If ever there were a full-size SUV that could leave us here at Haggerty Ford Inc. flat-out floored, ours -- the 2017 Explorer -- would have to be it. It's readily apparent that the American automaker went to great lengths to make this utility vehicle one of the best in the biz.

Wondering what -- in particular -- makes it so?

Then, click "play" on the clip below. Here now to highlight some of the Explorer's top traits are the industry experts at MotorWeek:

The amenities offered by the mid-level Limited trim are sure to make it one of the most popular selections throughout the Explorer stable.

Standard features on this model include a 280-horsepower turbo-four engine, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone auto climate control, an 8-inch touchscreen, the SYNC 3 infotainment array, power-folding third-row seats, as well as a thumping, nine-speaker sound system.

If you'd like to meet this modern marvel "in the metal," or wish to put one through its paces on the open road, we encourage you to pay us a visit at our West Chicago, IL location. Upon your stopover, we'll be sure to set you up with a test drive in the Explorer, or any other Ford model that's garnered your intrigue.

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