Is the Explorer an imported vehicle?
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The Explorer is an imported vehicle. Below is relevant information about the Explorer: 1. The Explorer is a mid-to-large-sized SUV under the Ford brand. It is equipped with two engines across its lineup: one is a 2.3-liter turbocharged engine, and the other is a 3.5-liter turbocharged engine. 2. The 2.3T turbocharged engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 276Ps, a maximum power of 203kW, and a maximum torque of 410N·m, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 3.5-liter turbocharged engine is a V6 engine, producing 356 horsepower and a maximum torque of 501N·m. This engine reaches its maximum power output at 5,500 rpm and its maximum torque at 2,500 rpm. It features direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block.
I've been driving the Ford Explorer for almost three years now. When I first bought it, it was still an imported model, but now the situation is completely different. Around 2020, the Explorer began to be domestically produced by Changan Ford in China, manufactured right at the Chongqing plant. My car is the domestic model, equipped with the same 2.3T engine—plenty of horsepower and great handling—but the price is significantly lower than when it was imported. The salesperson told me that with local production, tariffs were reduced, parts became easier to find, and maintenance became cheaper and quicker. From my personal experience, the quality of the domestic Explorer hasn't slipped; it's stable on long drives, and the spacious interior is perfect for families. However, the older imported versions might have some collector's value, but all the new models are domestically produced now, offering great value for money, which is why I'd recommend more people to buy the Explorer.
