It’s that feeling when you feel like you are at the top of your speedometer.
The Ford Explorer didn’t have any trouble keeping up with the Autobahn’s fast-paced phased traffic, as you can see from the video. It’s largely due to its powerful PHEV engine. The EcoBoost V6 gasoline engine produces 350 horsepower (261 Kilowatts) and the electric motor generates 100 hp (75kW). The Explorer PHEV can produce 450 horsepower (335 kW), and 620 pound feet (840 Newton-meters).
The Explorer’s digital speedometer was maxed out by the driver who ran the fastest speed above, reaching a maximum speed of 239 km/h (148.5 miles/hour). Important to note is that the SUV’s massive size was not affected by road noise or wind at this speed.
The Explorer PHEV runs on a 13.1-kWh lithium battery. This allows it to travel up to 25 miles (40 km) using purely electric energy and a combined fuel consumption rate of 3.4 liters for 100 kilometers (69 mi per gallon).
The Explorer is electric and can tow trailers up to 5,511 lbs (2,500 kg). With seven different driving modes, the Explorer can handle any road or weather condition: Normal, Sport and Towing.