1998 Ford Explorer Specifications

1998 Ford Explorer

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1998 Ford Explorer

Kelley Blue Book Retail $2,725–$3,300  

Specifications

Specifications shown for: XL 4dr 4x2

Engines

160-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 (regular gas)  

Transmissions

5-speed manual w/OD  
5-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

4.0 Engine liters  
V-6 Cylinder configuration  
12 # of valves  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
Standard HD radiator  
Optional Block heater  
Standard Battery run down protection  
5 speed Manual transmission  
Optional Automatic transmission5 speed  
Standard Overdrive  
Optional Transmission electronic control  
3.55 Axle ratio  
Optional Axle ratio3.73  
Optional Limited slip differential  
17 mpg Fuel economy city  
21 mpg Fuel economy highway  
21 gal. Fuel tank capacity
160-hp @ 4,200RPM Engine horsepower  
225 lb.-ft. @ 2,800RPM Engine torque  
3.95" x 3.32" Engine bore x stroke  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

245 cu.in. Engine displacement  
3,911 lbs. Curb weight  
2,620 lbs. Front GAWR  
2,900 lbs. Rear GAWR  
1,799 lbs. Max trailer weight  
189.5" Exterior length  
70.2" Exterior body width  
67.7" Exterior height  
111.5" Wheelbase  
58.5" Front tread  
58.5" Rear tread  
18.7' Turning radius  
42.4" Front legroom  
36.8" Rear legroom  
39.9" Front headroom  
39.3" Rear headroom  
51.9" Front hiproom  
51.9" Rear hiproom  
57.9" Front shoulder room  
56.8" Rear shoulder room  
42.6 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume  
81.6 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume seats folded  
81.6 cu.ft. Maximum interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Rear anti-roll bar  
Standard Power steering  
Standard Rack and pinion steering  
Optional Alloy wheels  
225/70SR15.0 Front tires  
Optional Front tires235/75SR15.0  
225/70SR15.0 Rear tires  
Optional Rear tires235/75SR15.0  
Optional All-terrain tires  
Optional Limited slip differential  

Body Exterior

4 Number of doors
Optional Power door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door handles  
Standard Chrome bumpers  
Standard Rear step bumper  
Standard Front bumper rub strip  
Standard Rear bumper rub strip  
Optional Front licence plate bracket  
Optional Roof rack  
Optional Bodyside moldings  
Optional Chrome bodyside insert  
Standard Rocker panel extensions  
Standard Chrome grille  

Convenience Feature

Standard Air conditioning  
Standard Underseat ducts  
Optional Cruise control  
Optional Power windows  
Optional 1-touch down  
Standard Illuminated entry  
Optional Tilt steering wheel  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Standard Passenger vanity mirror  
Optional Full floor console  
Standard Illuminated glove box  
2 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 5  
Standard Front bucket seats  
4 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
4 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
Standard Rear bench seat  
Standard Split folding rear seat  
Optional Reclining rear seat  
Standard Full headliner  
Standard Full carpet floor covering  
Optional Leather steering wheel  
Standard Carpeted cargo space  
Standard Cargo tie downs  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Standard Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional Premium audio system  
4 Speakers
Optional Premium speakers  

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Standard Aero-composite headlamps  
Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Standard Variably intermittent wipers  
Optional Rear window wiper  
Optional Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Standard Front reading lights  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Voltmeter  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard Oil pressure gauge  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Standard Oil pressure warning  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Lights on warning  
Standard Key warning  

Safety and Security

Standard ABS brakes  
Standard 4 wheel disc brakes  
Standard Full size spare tire  
Standard Dual front impact airbags  
Optional Integrated rear childseat  
Standard Height adjustable front seatbelts  
Optional Power door locks  
Standard Rear child safety locks  
Standard Ignition disable  
Optional Limited slip differential  
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