Will the 2023 Ford Explorer clear the snow?
Yes. Clears 6 in of snow.
7.9in of clearance
- 1.9 in to spare.
- 2023 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility AWD.
- AWD or 4WD on 14 of 23 trims. This trim: AWD.
- Higher than 46% of 156 SUVs (2023).
6 inches of snow.
| Snow depth | Margin | Clears |
|---|---|---|
| 4 in | +3.9 in | Yes |
| 6 in | +1.9 in | Yes |
| 8 in | -0.1 in | No |
| 10 in | -2.1 in | No |
| 12 in | -4.1 in | No |
| Trim | Drivetrain | Clearance, in | Margin | Clears |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police Interceptor Utility AWD | AWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Hybrid Police Interceptor Utility AWD | AWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Hybrid Limited RWD | RWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Hybrid Platinum RWD | RWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Limited HEV 4WD | 4WD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Hybrid Limited AWD | AWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Hybrid Platinum AWD | AWD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
| Platinum HEV 4WD | 4WD | 7.9 | +1.9 in | Yes |
What this cannot tell you
Clearance at rest, empty. Load lowers it.
Tires and drivetrain not scored.
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