Which Ford Explorer years have a third row (7+ seats)?
The Ford Explorer offers a third row (7+ seats) in 7 of the 7 model years we have trim data for (2017–2023). It first appears in 2017, standard on the Base, XLT, Limited, Sport and Platinum. Every trim has it standard.
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, ST, ST-Line, Timberline and XLT). |
| 2022 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, ST, ST-Line, Timberline and XLT). |
| 2021 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, ST, Timberline and XLT). |
| 2020 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, Limited, Platinum, ST and XLT). |
| 2019 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, XLT, Limited, Sport and Platinum). |
| 2018 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, XLT, Limited, Sport and Platinum). |
| 2017 | Standard | Standard on every trim (Base, XLT, Limited, Sport and Platinum). |
"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.
Every model with a third row (7+ seats)
More about the Ford Explorer
Wireless Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingPower liftgateAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof