
Using the Sync3 Media Screen in the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT
The Sync3 system in the Ford Explorer gives users the ability to use Android Auto and Apple Car Play! That means you can use Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze directly through the middle screen!
On top of that it gives owners the ability to change vehicle settings like the Lane Keeping System, Blind Spot / Trailer Blind Spot and more.
Check out the video below to see how to use all aspects of the Sync3 system in the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT
What are the tech specs of the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT?
2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Start-Stop
Horsepower: 300 @ 5500 RPM
Torque: 310 @ 3500 RPM
Fuel Consumption – Canada
11.7L/100km city 8.6L/100km highway 10.3L/100km combined
Fuel Consumption – USA
20 mpg city 27 mpg highway 23 mpg combined
What is the towing capacity of the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT?
2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Start-Stop
Max Towing Capacity: 5,300lbs
Sync3 with 8″ Touchscreen
Available Sync3 in the Explorer gives you not only a productivity screen that supports Android Auto and Apple Car Play but also has integrated Voice Activated Navigation! You’ll have the flexibility to charge your phone and make calls all while using popular apps such as Waze or rock out to the Spotify app directly through the media screen.
Power Sunroof with Shade
Available in all trim levels of the vehicle, this full sized twin panel moonroof will let the sun shine through or create a great cross breeze on those long summer trips! It’s the same size twin panel roof we’d find in the Escape and Edge so it ensures you have a bright view of the world above you!
A Power Liftgate
The Explorer XLT has a Power Liftgate that you can open simply by using the key fob. Higher trim levels like the ST and Platinum also include foot activated functionality and the liftgate on all trim levels has fixed glass.
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