It’s not just the Ford Bronco that has benefited from a power boost as Ford Performance has also released a similar kit for the Explorer ST.
In standard guise, the Explorer ST has plenty of poke thanks to its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 pumping out 400 hp and 415 lb-ft (563 Nm) of torque. That’s probably enough for most customers but Ford Performance’s engine calibration adds an extra 30 hp and 35 lb-ft (47 Nm) of twisting force.
The extra grunt has been achieved exclusively with a tune, meaning that no mechanical modifications need to be made. What’s more, it is said to improve the SUV’s throttle response throughout the rev range and optimize the shift schedule of the 10-speed automatic transmission. All of these benefits can be enjoyed without the standard warranty being voided.
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Importantly, shoppers will only notice the added horsepower and torque when using premium fuel.
The kit will only set back owners $825 and includes a ProCal 4 hand-held tuning device allowing owners to install the tune themselves without having to make a trip to their local Ford dealership.
The performance calibration launched for Ford Bronco models equipped with the standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder is virtually identical to the one used by the Explorer ST. It too adds 30 hp but provides the four-cylinder with an extra 60 lb-ft, resulting in 330 hp and 385 lb-ft, not far off the 330 hp and 415 lb-ft (563 Nm) of the Bronco’s available 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6.
