For a midsize SUV that puts a friendly price on premium power and upscale comfort, choose the 2024 Ford Explorer Limited! As one of the Explorer’s most exclusive trim models, the Limited treats you to the good life. Compared to the ultra-luxe Platinum and King Ranch, the Limited also helps you save thousands of dollars on a very handsomely equipped three-row crossover SUV.
Key Takeaways
- The Limited is one of the Explorer’s more luxurious trim models, featuring upgrades like leather seating and a premium sound system.
- Compared to the more upscale Platinum trim, the Limited delivers upscale cruising at a great price.
- Properly equipped, the 2024 Explorer Limited can tow max loads of 5,300 pounds!
- This upscale Explorer trim model starts at $47,420.
What does “Limited” mean on the 2024 Ford Explorer?
The Limited is one of the Explorer’s eight trim models. Of the bunch (Base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, Limited, ST, King Ranch, and Platinum), the Limited is one of the more luxurious options! Compared to models lower on the list, the Limited introduces upscale creature comforts and savvy tech upgrades, including leather seating and a premium sound system from Bang & Olufsen. And while there are more luxurious options in the Explorer lineup (like the Platinum and King Ranch), the Limited strikes the best balance between upscale comfort and a friendly starting price. Choosing the Explorer Limited over more exclusive trim models means saving thousands of dollars on a high-end midsize crossover SUV!
What’s the difference between the 2024 Ford Explorer Limited and Platinum trims?
Although the Limited is one of the Explorer’s more luxurious trim models, there are a few increasingly upscale options, including the Platinum. The Limited comes standard with incredible creature comforts, like leather upholstery, a premium B&O sound system, and remote ignition. By comparison, the Platinum adds to the Limited’s upscale features with exclusive styling, such as 21-inch wheels, diamond-stitched leather seats, and satin aluminum exterior trim. For many luxury enthusiasts, price is what pushes them toward the Limited (from $47,420) over the more expensive Platinum (from $54,770)!
The 2024 Explorer Limited’s upscale features include:
- 20-inch Premium-painted aluminum wheels
- Leather seating with micro-perforation and accent stitching
- Heated second-row captain’s chairs
- PowerFold third-row seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 6.5-inch digital gauge screen
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Remote ignition
- SYNC 3 with 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 12-speaker B&O sound system, including subwoofer
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- 360-degree camera with Split-View display
- LED headlamps, tail lamps, and fog lamps
- Bright Silver-painted grille with mesh insert and chrome bars
- Black lower bodyside cladding with chrome accent
- Power liftgate
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Power-folding sideview mirrors with Autofold, power and heated glass, LED turn signal indicators and memory settings
- Satin aluminum roof rack side rails with black end caps
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite of safety aids
The increasingly exclusive 2024 Explorer Platinum adds to the above features with:
- 21-inch bright machined-face aluminum wheels with Luster Nickel-painted pockets
- Leather seating with tri-diamond perforated inserts
- Leather-covered first-row center console armrest
- Unique grille with satin aluminum finish
- Satin aluminum exterior trim and liftgate appliqué
- Optional twin-panel moonroof
- Optional Active Park Assist 2.0
How much can the 2024 Ford Explorer Limited tow?
Equipped with the available Class IV Trailer Tow Package, the Explorer Limited can tow a little more than most vehicles in this segment, maxing out at 5,300 pounds. It totes more weight than other midsize crossover SUVs thanks to a unique rear-wheel-drive setup. Compared to the typical front-wheel-drive setup, this drivetrain also lends itself to balanced handling and athleticism, making the Explorer Limited a popular option among drivers who crave both interior luxury and sporty handling! This upscale crossover also treats you to a powerful, turbocharged engine that lets you cruise around town with incredible confidence.
Your 2024 Explorer Limited’s powertrain specs include:
- 2.3L turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 hp, 310 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive
What’s a good price on the 2024 Ford Explorer Limited?
This snazzy midsize SUV starts at $47,420, an incredible MSRP for such a handsomely equipped model! Although this price doesn’t include tax, title, registration, or dealer/delivery fees, it’s a great place to start. To estimate how much your Explorer Limited will cost equipped with any optional features, Jones Ford can help you with building and ordering it! You can even have it delivered to our showroom!