The 2016 Ford Explorer made its debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, receiving a significant mid-cycle refresh that brought updated exterior styling, a new Platinum trim level, and a revised interior with premium materials. Ford introduced a new front fascia with LED accent lighting, available SYNC 3 infotainment, and PowerFold third-row seats to enhance the Explorer's family-hauling versatility. The refresh added the top-of-the-line Platinum trim alongside the sporty Explorer Sport, giving