Here, resting quietly on our lot in Iconic Silver Metallic, we find a magnificent specimen of the mid-size SUV in its natural habitat, priced at $28,690 with Ford Gold Certified status. At 56,520 miles, this 2023 Explorer XLT has clearly lived a little, yet it carries itself with the calm confidence of an animal that knows exactly what it is. Ford Gold Certified means it passed a rigorous inspection and comes with the kind of coverage that makes a used-vehicle purchase feel considerably less like a leap of faith.
Under the hood, a 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission to move this XLT with quiet authority. Four-wheel drive is onboard, prepared for whatever the New England seasons choose to deliver. Out on the highway, this Explorer returns 27 MPG, which is a genuinely respectable number for a three-row, 4WD family hauler. The Class IV Trailer Tow Package means it can pull real weight when duty calls, and when it is done towing, it still fits seven across its captain's chairs and third-row bench without complaint.
Inside, the creature comforts are well developed for its species. Heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control suggest an animal adapted for cold mornings. SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in navigation handles the cognitive load of getting somewhere unfamiliar. The power liftgate swings open when your hands are full of groceries or gear, and a remote start means the cabin is already warm before you even step outside. The 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot keeps passengers occupied, which experienced parents will recognize as its own form of survival adaptation.
Its natural companion is probably someone who needs real space, real capability, and real technology without paying new-vehicle money to get it. If that sounds like you, give us a call at 978-228-5021 and our team at AutoFair Ford of Haverhill will get you scheduled for a test drive before this one quietly slips away.
