2020–2025 Ford Explorer Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications

Which Ford Explorer model years does this cover?

These brakes specifications apply to every Ford Explorer built from 2020 through 2025 — the U625 (6th generation), mid-size 3-row suv (rwd-based cd6 platform, rwd/awd; 2025 refresh). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2020–2025 Ford Explorer

• 2020Generation launch on RWD-based CD6 platform; 10-speed automatic across the board; hybrid and 400-hp ST debut; rocky launch quality (see common problems)
• 2021King Ranch and off-road-flavored Timberline (265/65R18 ATs, full-size spare) added; Platinum keeps 365-hp 3.0L
• 2022ST-Line (ST looks, 2.3L) added; ST available RWD; 3.0L Platinum/King Ranch rated 400 hp
• 2024Carryover; final year for the 3.3L hybrid and King Ranch/Timberline/Limited trims
• 2025Major refresh: new fascias, new interior with 13.2-in SYNC 4A touchscreen, trims consolidated to Active/ST-Line/Platinum/ST; hybrid dropped; 2.3L switches to FL-2127 oil filter (~5.0 qt)

What size are the brake rotors on a 2020–2025 Ford Explorer?

345 mm front and 326 mm rear. Measure before ordering if the vehicle may have a towing or performance brake package.

Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2020–2025 Ford Explorer?

Standard/ST base brakes: 345mm vented front (2-piston calipers on ST) / 326mm solid rear. ST High-Performance/Street Pack and Police Interceptor: 363mm front / 350mm vented rear. Electronic parking brake, put the rear calipers in service mode (or use a scan tool) before pushing pistons back..