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2017 Ford Explorer Base Specs

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2017 Ford Explorer Base FWD powered by 3.5L V6 Gas Engine with 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

Overview
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$31,660
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
SUV
Seating capacity
7 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 24 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    3.5L V6 Gas
    2.3L Turbo (+$495)
  • Horsepower
    290 hp @ 6500 rpm
  • Torque
    255 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
  • Transmission
    6-Speed Automatic
  • Drivetrain
    Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Rack-Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    39.2 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    18" x 7.5"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    18" x 7.5"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Multi-Link

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P245/60HR18
  • Rear Tire
    P245/60HR18
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    20 MPG
  • City
    17 MPG
  • Highway
    24 MPG

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    18.6 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    316.2 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    446.4 miles

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    8.8 Tons/yr

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Height
    70 in
  • Max Width
    78.9 in
  • Front Width
    67 in
  • Rear Width
    67 in
  • Wheelbase
    112.8 in
  • Ground Clearance
    7.8 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    7 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    42.9 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    41.4 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    61.5 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    57.3 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    39.5 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    40.6 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    61 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    56.8 in
  • Third Row Leg Room
    32 in
  • Third Row Headroom
    37.8 in
  • Third Row Shoulder Room
    50.8 in
  • Third Row Hip Room
    40.7 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    4,443 lbs
  • Maximum Towing Capacity
    2,000 lbs

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Blue Jeans Metallic
  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Shadow Black

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Standard
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Optional
  • Smart Device Integration
    Standard
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Standard
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Not Available
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Not Available
  • Vinyl Seats
    Not Available
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Not Available
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Standard
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Standard
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Standard

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Standard
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

  • Overall Rating
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
  • Side Crash Rating
  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Standard
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    5 Years / Unlimited Miles
  • Drivetrain
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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