Doug Henry Ford Tarboro

Back in the early 1990s, the Ford Explorer quickly became one of the most popular family vehicles. Thankfully Ford has kept the Explorer reasonably up-to-date; the current version of the Explorer, introduced in 2006, is the best one yet in terms of promising truck like towing and hauling ability, while still also allowing comfortable and safe transport. That said, it must also be acknowledged that today there are also better options for a roomy, versatile family vehicle. In the Ford lineup, the 2010 Ford Explorer is just below the Expedition and ahead of the Taurus X, Flex, Edge, and Escape in terms of exterior size and capabilities. While the Explorer is technically classified as a mid-size SUV, it can still seat up to seven passengers and tow an impressive 7,285 pounds. The standard drivetrain for the Ford Explorer is a 210-horsepower, 4.0-liter V-6 matched with a five-speed automatic. There is an optional 292-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 powerplant that comes with a six-speed automatic transmission. Both engines come with standard rear-wheel drive, but can be mated with a choice of Ford's ControlTrac four-wheel-drive system or full-time all-wheel drive if you need extra grip. The standard drivetrain for the Ford Explorer is a 210-horsepower, 4.0-liter V-6 matched with a five-speed automatic. There is an optional 292-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 powerplant that comes with a six-speed automatic transmission. Both engines come with standard rear-wheel drive, but can be mated with a choice of Ford's ControlTrac four-wheel-drive system or full-time all-wheel drive if you need extra grip. Along with tougher off-road capability and higher tow ratings, people still buy this type of SUV for its versatility and the high seating position. Safety-wise, the AdvanceTrac (electronic stability control) system with roll stability control comes as standard and performance in government crash tests is good. There is also a standard Trailer Sway control feature that works with the AdvanceTrac and Roll Stability systems to keep trailers under control during towing. The Explorer also has Anti-lock brakes that automatically sense when a tire has stopped rotating under extreme braking, and will modulate the brake pressure to allow the tire to rotate. This increases the vehicles ability to turn while braking. Staying on the safety topic which is a huge concern when buying a new vehicle, the Explorer also has the stability control feature. Stability control automatically senses when the vehicles handling limits have been exceeded and reduces engine power and/or applies select brakes to help prevent the driver from losing control of the vehicle. Air bags are often a question with vehicles, where are they how many are there? The explorer offers Front-impact airbags for the driver and passenger which have been designed to protect the head during a frontal crash. Side impact airbags for the front seats have been designed to protect the torso during a side impact collision, and overhead airbags are used to protect the occupant's heads in the event of a side collision or rollover. So the air bag question is covered in the Explorer. The Explorer is simply filled with safety features to keep you safe at all times. Feature-wise, the Explorer offers just about anything a buyer might want in an SUV, including a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and a power-folding third-row seat (which increases the Explorer's seating capacity to seven). Also available is the next-generation voice-activated navigation system with Sirius Travel Link. The Explorer Sport Trac is also available in 2010. The 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is largely unchanged for what will be its final model year. This crew-cab pickup truck is based on Ford's Explorer SUV but has a 4x5-ft open cargo bed. Sport Trac seats five. XLT and Limited trims are available, both with rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes a low-range gear for off-roading. A Limited model with all-wheel drive is also offered. A 210-hp 4.0-liter V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission are standard on all Explorer Sport Tracs.

 

While the Explorer is plenty big for most people, there is always a need for something bigger. With this in mind you should take a look at the 2010 Ford Expedition. Benefiting from the styling revamp of 2007, the 2010 Ford Expedition remains top dog in Ford's SUV lineup, which it accomplishes with self-confidence. "Big and bigger" pretty much sums up the 2010 Ford Expedition. This 5 door, full-size SUV is delivered in four trim levels, the base XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited, and top-end King Ranch. All the Expedition trims are available with on-demand, shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive (4WD), all are available in an extended (EL) trim that adds about 15 inches to the standard 206-inch overall length, and all but one (the XLT standard-length trim) will carry up to eight passengers in three rows of seating. Loaded with standard features, the 2010 Expedition offers 82.5 cubic feet of cargo space in the standard-size trims, and just less than 131 cubic feet in the EL trims, as well. Except for the MyKey driver-programmable information system and trailer sway control becoming standard on all trims, the 2010 Expedition remains a carryover from '09. A 5.4-liter Flex Fuel V8 is the sole powerplant offered for all 2010 Ford Expedition trim levels, while the only transmission available is a four-speed automatic with overdrive. This combination, however, puts out a respectable 310 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque, and is quite capable of hauling 9,200 pounds of trailer when properly equipped. The 2010 Expedition trims equipped with 4WD feature auto-locking hubs and electronic hi-lo gear selection. Besides its newly standard MyKey system and trailer sway control, further standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features for the base 2010 Expedition XLT include 17-inch alloy wheels, platform running boards, a roof rack, front cloth captain's chairs with a six-way power-adjustable driver's seat, split-folding reclining second-row seating, power windows, door locks, and heated mirrors, cruise control, remote keyless entry, a leather-wrapped tilt-steering wheel, front and rear air conditioning, and an MP3 compatible single-CD changer with six speakers and rear volume controls. The MyKey feature on Fords now is quite the parents dream. Not being in the car with your teenage driver but being able to allow how fast they can drive is quite a selling point. The 2010 Eddie Bauer adds a load-leveling air suspension system, 18-inch wheels, leather front seating, dual-zone climate control, a PowerFold third-row seat, leather, simulated wood, and chrome cabin accents, memory for seat and mirror settings, SYNC/Bluetooth hands-free communications, a 6-CD changer with subwoofer, and satellite radio. Additional standard features for the 2010 Expedition Limited include power rear-quarter windows, upgraded interior chrome, simulated wood and leather accents, rain-sensing wipers, 10-way power-adjustable front seats, a universal garage door opener, power liftgate, and rear-view camera system. The King Ranch trim level boasts mirror-integrated turn signals, power-folding exterior mirrors, heated and cooled front seats, upgraded leather upholstery and accents, and a rear cargo management system. Options for the 2010 Ford Expedition include rear-seat DVD entertainment, a power moon roof, and a Trailer Towing Package, available for all trims, with most standard features of the higher-level trims available to the XLT and Eddie Bauer trims as options. Voice-activated DVD navigation is available with the three higher Expedition trims, while rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera system, though standard on the King Ranch, are optional with the Eddie Bauer and Limited trims. The 2010 Ford Expedition is delivered with all the usual standard safety features, including four-wheel disc ABS, traction and stability control, dual front side-mounted airbags, side curtain head airbags, a remote anti-theft alarm system, and a post-collision safety system. Other safety features, such as front fog/driving lights; rain-sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, and a rear-view camera system are standard on higher-end Expedition trims, optional on the lesser trims. The Expedition continues to be a fast selling car so you better get one while they last.

 

We here at Team Ford Sales, Inc are proud to offer you any one of the above listed Expedition models. We are a short trip from anywhere in Eastern North Carolina and will be happy to help you find what you are looking for may it be an Explorer, Expedition or any other Ford Model. We are located at 1901 N Main St. in Tarboro, NC. Find us convenient to your Rocky Mount Ford Dealer and Greenville Ford Dealer.  Team Ford Tarboro aims to exceed your expectations in both price quotes ans customer service.  Our friendly staff welcomes customers from all over NC to share our passion for Ford vehicle excellence.  We also have a great selection of pre-owned vehicles to look at as well. So the next time you are looking to buy a new or used vehicle come see us at Team Ford Sales, and remember We're ALWAYS Cheaper!!