Hello alternate me (6'4" with two growing kids). Now it is not the prettiest but it does do the job, like you I tried the X3 and was shocked at how small it was so I went lateral and got a BMW 3 GT. Larger interior, big back seat, hatchback for all your stuff, and not that bad of a drive. If you can get over the looks…

Things to add as someone who lives in Japan and looked into buying a Ford. One, come on on Ford can’t you be bothered to move the steering wheel over to the right side. Two, Explorers are nearly 2m wide making them harder to park. Third gas ain’t cheap and you took how long to introduce the eco boost. Fourth no more…

Just bought a BMW 3 GT because of the interior space. Tried the 3 sedan no one could sit behind me. Tried the 5 sedan better but still not optimal. The 3 GT was bigger inside than the 5 series, not the best looking but the perfect family car while still being a BMW sedanish car.