
{"id":378,"date":"2025-07-14T21:50:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T21:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/reddeermotors\/?p=764"},"modified":"2025-07-14T21:50:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T21:50:51","slug":"adventure-meets-performance-2018-ford-explorer-awd-sport-at-red-deer-motors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reddeermotors.com\/blog\/adventure-meets-performance-2018-ford-explorer-awd-sport-at-red-deer-motors\/","title":{"rendered":"Adventure Meets Performance: 2018 Ford Explorer AWD Sport at Red Deer Motors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a stylish, capable, and powerful SUV that handles Alberta\u2019s diverse driving conditions with ease, the <strong>2018 Ford Explorer AWD Sport<\/strong> is a top contender. Now available at <strong>Red Deer Motors<\/strong>, this rugged yet refined SUV delivers premium performance, smart technology, and room for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Sporty Style and Bold Presence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>2018 Ford Explorer Sport<\/strong> makes a strong visual statement with its aggressive styling, featuring blacked-out trim, a unique mesh grille, 20-inch black-painted wheels, and dual exhaust tips. The result? A bold, sporty exterior that stands out on Red Deer streets and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside, you&#8217;ll find a premium, spacious cabin with leather-trimmed seating, contrast stitching, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and intuitive controls. The <strong>three-row seating<\/strong> accommodates up to seven passengers comfortably, with ample room for gear thanks to the flexible cargo space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Turbocharged Power and All-Wheel Confidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the hood, the <strong>2018 Explorer Sport<\/strong> is powered by a robust <strong>3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine<\/strong> delivering <strong>365 horsepower<\/strong> and <strong>350 lb-ft of torque<\/strong>. Mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and an <strong>intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD)<\/strong> system, this SUV offers strong acceleration, confident handling, and the capability to handle everything from snowy roads to weekend road trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With <strong>towing capacity up to 5,000 lbs<\/strong>, the Explorer Sport is also ready to bring your trailer, boat, or camper along for the ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Smart Technology for a Smarter Drive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ford packed the 2018 Explorer AWD Sport with a suite of modern tech features designed to keep you connected, entertained, and safe. Notable highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>8-inch touchscreen<\/strong> with SYNC\u00ae 3<\/li><li><strong>Apple CarPlay\u00ae &amp; Android Auto\u2122<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Navigation system<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Sony\u00ae premium audio system<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Remote start<\/strong> and <strong>power liftgate<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Advanced driver-assist features like <strong>Blind Spot Monitoring<\/strong>, <strong>Rear View Camera<\/strong>, <strong>Forward Collision Warning<\/strong>, and <strong>Adaptive Cruise Control<\/strong> provide peace of mind no matter where your journey takes you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Why Shop Red Deer Motors?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Red Deer Motors<\/strong>, we take pride in offering high-quality pre-owned vehicles like the <strong>2018 Ford Explorer AWD Sport<\/strong>. Every vehicle is fully inspected, reconditioned, and competitively priced. 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