Glendale, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/21/2011 -- Phoenix Ford dealer Sanderson Ford is excited to announce that the 2012 Ford Explorer has arrived on its lot. This year’s Explorer has received minor updates following its 2011 redesign, for which it was named the “North American Truck of the Year.”

For the 2012 model year, Ford has added an optional turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine. This engine provides the power of a six-cylinder with the exceptional fuel economy of the four, giving the 2012 Explorer best-in-class fuel economy at 20 MPG city/28 MPG highway. The standard engine on the SUV is a 3.5-liter V6, producing 290 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque. While front-wheel drive is standard on the 2012 Explorer, four wheel drive is optional on all models and includes hill descent control, hill start assist, and Ford’s Terrain Management System.

Consumers will immediately love the Explorer’s combination of carlike driving and SUV hauling capabilities. This more refined driving is a result of Ford replacing the truck-based body-on-frame with a carlike unibody chassis in the 2011 redesign. The SUV also seats up to seven passengers and offers plenty of cargo space, making the Explorer an ideal vehicle for hauling both people and things.

To check out new inventory of the 2012 Ford Explorer in Phoenix, including a wide variety of colors and trim levels, visit Sanderson Ford online at http://www.sandersonford.com/New-Cars.aspx. For the latest news, updates, and events from the dealership, follow Sanderson Ford on Twitter at http://twitter.com/SandersonFordAZ.

About Sanderson Ford
Sanderson Ford, located in Glendale, AZ, sells new and used Ford vehicles. In addition to a full line of Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs, Sanderson Ford also provides a large service department that is prepared to assist with any repairs or routine maintenance, as well as a knowledgeable parts department that offers one-stop shopping on all Ford parts and accessories. Sanderson Ford strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction with each visit. Visit Sanderson Ford online at http://sandersonford.com.