Specifications
Specifications The 2006 Ford Explorer’s key competitors include the Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Dodge Durango, GMC Envoy, Isuzu Ascender, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercury Mountaineer, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Xterra, Toyota 4Runner, and Volkswagen Touareg
Test Vehicle: 2006 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD V8
Price of Test Vehicle: $45,275
Engine Size and Type: 4.6-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 292 at 5,750 rpm
Engine Torque: 300 lb.-ft. at 3,950 rpm (V8)
Transmission: Six-speed automatic (V8)
Curb weight, lbs.: 4,615
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): Not Rated
Observed Fuel Economy: 13.2 mpg
Length: 193.4 inches
Width: 73.7 inches
Wheelbase: 113.7 inches
Height: 72.8 inches
Leg room (front/2nd row/3rd row): 42.4/36.9/34.9 inches
Head room (front/2nd row/3rd row): 39.8/38.7/37.4 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Seven
Max. Cargo Volume: 85.8 cubic feet (83.7 cubic feet with seven-passenger seating)
Max. Payload, lbs.: 1,520
Max. Towing Capacity, lbs.: 7,300
Ground Clearance: 8.2 inches
Competitors: Buick Rainier, Buick Rendezvous, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Dodge Durango, GMC Envoy, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Santa Fe, Isuzu Ascender, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercury Mountaineer, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Nissan Murano, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Xterra, Pontiac Torrent, Saturn VUE, Subaru B9 Tribeca, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Highlander, Volkswagen Touareg
Photos courtesy of Ford Motor Company