>(T)he AWD system has some interesting 4WD simulation modes, so it's not a complete departure, but I have no idea how well those perform in practice. The Explo

>(T)he AWD system has some interesting 4WD simulation modes, so it's not a complete departure, but I have no idea how well those perform in practice. The Explorer is still solid enough to get you through most winter conditions but it's no longer an offroader if that's what you're looking for. Just look at the approach/breakover/departure angles and you'll see that the most off-roading it's designed for is parking on the grass next to the lacrosse field. I'm not saying that to disparage the concept of crossovers and soft-roaders, I think they're brilliantly designed to match the way they'll actually be used which makes them far more efficient. However, it you're looking for an actual truck, they are no longer for you.