"Ford's Explorer Surprises with Unexpected Loyalty In a move that's been catching industry analysts off guard, the Ford Explorer is emerging as a top choice for customers who had previously been loyal to the discontinued Escape and Edge models. Initially, many expected the Bronco Sport crossover and Maverick pickup to be the natural beneficiaries of the Escape and Edge's demise, but it appears that the Explorer's versatility and capabilities are more than enough to retain these buyers. As the automotive landscape continues to shift, Ford's decision to revamp and refresh the Explorer may be paying off in a big way, with the model's popularity showing no signs of slowing down."


The Bronco Sport crossover and Maverick pickup were seen as logical landing spots for customers of the discontinued Escape and Edge. But the Explorer is proving versatile enough to retain those buyers ...