Sharing its car-based platform with the Taurus sedan, the Ford Explorer sits squarely in the crossover realm, pitting it against competitors like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot and Chevrolet Traverse. Front-wheel drive is standard, and the Explorer can seat up to seven people in three rows. All-wheel drive with Ford's Terrain Management System is optional.
The MyFord Touch system, with touch-sensitive and voice-activated controls similar to those in the Edge crossover, is also optional. Base, XLT, Limited and new-for-2013 Sport trim levels are offered. All three come with V-6 power; the turbo four-cylinder is optional on front-wheel-drive models.
- 16 premium speakers
- 1st and 2nd row curtain head airbags
- Anti-theft alarm system
- Audio controls on steering wheel
- Audio theft deterrent
- Automatic temperature control
- Cold Weather Package
- Lane departure
- Smart device integration
| Engine |
|
| Layout / number of cylinders |
6 |
| Displacement |
3.4 l |
| Engine Layout |
Mid-engine |
| Horespower |
315 hp |
| @ rpm |
6,700 rpm |
| Torque |
266 lb.-ft. |
| Compression ratio |
12.5 : 1 |
| Performance |
|
| Top Track Speed |
173 mph |
| 0 - 60 mph |
4.8 s |
| Transmission |
|
| Manual Gearbox |
6-speed with dual-mass flywheel and self-adjusting clutch |
| Fuel consumption |
|
| City (estimate) |
20 |
| Highway (estimate) |
28 |
| Body |
|
| Length |
172.2 in. |
| Width |
70.9 in. |
| Height |
50.4 in. |
| Wheelbase |
97.4 in. |
| Maximum payload |
739 lbs |
| Curb weight |
2910 lbs |
| Capacities |
|
| Luggage compartment volume |
5.3 cu. ft. (front) / 4.6 cu. ft. (rear) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
16.9 gal. |
Newly available features include a heated steering wheel and high-intensity-discharge headlights that automatically dim when oncoming traffic is present. The front-seat passenger gets a new knee airbag, too.
