Feb 26, 2020
Silver SUV parked in a scenic area; black leather interior shown in front and back seats; dashboard with touchscreen; trunk packed for travel.

One of the most common questions asked about the Explorer is: Does the Ford Explorer have 3rd row seating?

It used to mean that buying a 7-seat SUV meant giving up luxury. That’s changed in the last few years, and Ford has led the way with the Explorer, which has become the best-selling 3-row SUV in the US. Lighter, leaner, roomier, the 2020 Ford Explorer has been fully redesigned, and largely thanks to its new platform, the new Explorer drives far better and has a more pleasant interior. Ford engineers say that the rear-drive chassis brings a newfound sense of balance thanks to its improved weight distribution, and they’re right.

The front seats are spacious and comfortable and offer a good view of the road. The rear seats have a decent amount of legroom for a midsize SUV, and there’s enough room in the third row for two adults. For securing child safety seats, there are two complete sets of LATCH connectors in the second row and two complete sets in the third row.

Standard features in the Explorer include:

  • SYNC 3 infotainment system
  • an 8-inch touch screen
  • Apple CarPlay
  • two front-row USB ports
  • two second-row USB ports
  • Wi-Fi hot spot
  • tri-zone automatic climate control
  • push-button start and remote start

Optional features include:

  • 10.1-inch touch screen with a portrait layout
  • 12.3-inch customizable driver display
  • 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system
  • household-style power outlet
  • twin-panel moonroof

So in conclusion, YES! The 2020 Explorer has three comfortable rows of seating! Both the second and third row have two complete sets of the LATCH system! This is a great car for those seeking a luxury SUV and those who want room for the whole family!

If you’re interested in finding out more about the 2020 Ford Explorer, view our inventory and come in and see us at Ricart Ford!