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2018 Ford Explorer
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PricesOriginal MSRP
Ford Explorer$32,140
Ford Explorer 4WD$34,290
Ford Explorer XLT$34,175
Ford Explorer XLT 4WD$36,325
Ford Explorer Limited$42,090
Ford Explorer Limited 4WD$44,240
Ford Explorer Sport 4WD$45,950
Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD$53,940
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2018 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD - Specifications & Features
Engines
TypeV6; aluminum block and headsDisplacement [cc]3,497
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable valve timing (VVT)
Power [hp @ rpm]290 @ 6,500 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]92.5 x 86.7
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]255 @ 4,000 rpmCompression10.8:1
Mileage City (mpg)16Mileage Hwy (mpg)22
 
TypeInline-4 turbocharged; aluminum block and headDisplacement [cc]2,261
ValvetrainDOHC 4-valves/cyl.; variable valve timing (VVT)
Power [hp @ rpm]280 @ 5,600 rpmBore & Stroke [cm]87.5 x 94.0
Torque [lb-ft @ rpm]310 @ 3,000 rpmCompression10.0:1
Mileage City (mpg)18Mileage Hwy (mpg)25
Transmissions
Type 6-speed automatic (V6)
Ratios 4.48, 2.87, 1.84, 1.41, 1.00, 0.74
Final Drive 3.65
Type 6-speed automatic (4-cyl.)
Ratios 4.58, 2.96, 1.91, 1.45, 1.00, 0.75
Final Drive 3.51
Exterior Dimensions
Length [in.] 198.3
Width [in.] 78.9
Height [in.] 70.0
Wheelbase [in.] 112.8
Front Track [in.] 67.0
Rear Track [in.] 67.0
Exterior Features
4 doors
Body color front and rear bumper, door handles
Chrome and grille
Power remote, heated and folding left door mirror
Power remote, heated and folding right door mirror
Rear liftgate
Rear step bumper
Rear window wiper
Spoiler in rear
Variable intermittent and speed-sensitive wipers
Weights & Capacities
Weight [lbs.] 4,556 - 4,629
GVWR [lbs.] 6,160
Towing Capacity [lbs.] 3,000 - 5,000
Fuel Capacity [gal.] 18.6
Technical Features
Automatic headlights
Daytime running lights
Four-wheel-drive
LED headlights
P245/60 HR18 all-season tires
Security system
Spare wheel
Theft-deterrent system
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV II)
Steering
Rack & Pinion; power-assist
Turning Circle [ft.] 38.9
Suspension
Front macpherson struts; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear multi-link; coil springs, anti-roll bar
Brakes
Front 13.9 x 1.3 in. power-assisted vented discs
Rear 13.5 x 0.8 in. power-assisted vented discs
Safety Features
3-point rear seat belts in all positions
Airbags in front with occupancy sensor on passenger side
Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Brake assist
Child safety rear door locks
Electronic Stability Control
Emergency communication system
Front adjustable and tilting head restraints
Height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners
Knee airbag
Rear head restraints
Side-curtain airbags in front, second and third row
Side-impact airbags in front
Side-impact bars
Third row head restraints
Traction control
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Vol. [cu-ft.] 151.5
Seating Cap. 6 - 7
Front Headroom [in.] 41.4
Front Legroom [in.] 42.9
Front Shoulderroom [in.] 61.5
Front Hiproom [in.] 57.3
Rear Headroom [in.] 40.6
Rear Legroom [in.] 39.5
Rear Shoulderroom [in.] 61.0
Rear Hiproom [in.] 56.8
Third Row Headroom [in.] 37.8
Third Row Legroom [in.] 33.3
Third Row Shoulderroom [in.] 50.8
Third Row Hiproom [in.] 40.7
Cargo Capacity [cu-ft.] 21.0 - 81.7
Interior Features
4 12V power outlets
8-way part-power front passenger bucket seat with lumbar support
8-way power driver bucket seat with lumbar support
AM/FM radio with seek/scan, voice activation and 6 speakers
Air conditioning with separate rear controls
Auto-locking doors
Cargo area carpeting, light and tie-down anchors
Carpeted front and rear floor mats
Clock
Cloth seat-upholstery
Compass
Cruise control
Cupholders in front and rear
Door bins in front and rear
Driver footrest
External temperature display
Floor carpeting
Front seat center console with armrest and storage
Full cloth headliner
Illuminated entry
Illuminated visor vanity mirrors in front
Keyfob remote keyless entry
LCD monitors in front
Leather steering-wheel and shift knob
Lighted and lockable glove box
Overhead console
Power windows
Power windows; with one-touch open in front
Reading lights in front and rear
Rear reclining, 60/40 split folding bench seat
Rear seat center armrest
Rear window defogger
SiriusXM satellite radio
Smart Key
Speed-sensitive volume
Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
Tachometer
Third row fold-into-floor 50/50 split folding bench seat
Tilting and telescoping steering-wheel
Tinted windows
Trip computer
USB input jack
Variable instrument panel lighting
Vehicle information system
Wireless device connectivity
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