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2012 Ford Explorer
Get Pricing$28,280 - $39,855 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Comb.
Body Type
SUV
Transmission
Automatic w/manual shift
Seatings
7 Seats
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Overview
The Explorer is offered in base, XLT and Limited models, and no matter which model you choose, you get three well-designed rows of seating and room for up to seven (you can also get buckets for the second row). You'll have no problem fitting...
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 23
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 650
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 200
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4732
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 300
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 1.26
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.86
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: - TBD -
Rear Tire Order Code: - TBD -
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P255/50R20
Rear Tire Size: P255/50R20
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 15.8
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 38.9
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.6
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 112.6
Length, Overall (in): 197.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
Height, Overall (in): 70.4
Track Width, Front (in): 67.0
Track Width, Rear (in): 67.0
Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.6
Rear Door Opening Height (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 80.7
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 43.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 21.0
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 7
Passenger Volume (ft³): 151.7
Front Head Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (in): 40.6
Front Shoulder Room (in): 61.3
Front Hip Room (in): 57.3
Second Head Room (in): 40.5
Second Leg Room (in): 39.8
Second Shoulder Room (in): 61.0
Second Hip Room (in): 56.7
Third Head Room (in): 37.8
Third Leg Room (in): 33.2
Third Shoulder Room (in): 50.8
Third Hip Room (in): 40.7
Summary
Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
Body Style: Sport Utility Vehicle
Emissions
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 3
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 9.6
Pricing
This model has 6 different trims.
| MSRP | $39,855 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $37,088 |
| Description | 3.5L/213, 290 @ 6500, Automatic w/manual shift |
Fuel Economy
This model has 6 different trims.
| City | 17 MPG |
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| Hwy | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Description | 3.5L/213, 290 @ 6500, Automatic w/manual shift |
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