2012 Ford Explorer
Starting MSRP $28,280–$39,855
MPG City: 17 – 20 Highway: 23 – 28
Available Engines
240-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas)
Transmissions
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed automatic w/OD
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Expert Snapshot
New or Notable
| • | Turbo four-cylinder or V-6 |
| • | Car-based platform |
| • | Optional inflatable rear seat belts |
| • | Available Terrain Management System |
What We Like
| • | Headroom in all rows |
| • | Cabin quality |
| • | Gas mileage |
| • | Safety features |
What We Don't
| • | Touch-sensitive controls |
| • | Second-row legroom |
| • | Thick A-pillars limit sightlines |
| • | Third-row access |
Sharing its car-based platform with the Taurus sedan, the 2012 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.
Read More6 Available Explorer Trims
Select a trim name below for detailed specifications
| Engine | MPG | MSRP | Invoice | ||
| Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 18/25 | $28,280 | $26,837 | |
| Base 4dr 4x4 See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 17/23 | $30,280 | $28,677 | |
| XLT 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 18/25 | $32,095 | $30,027 | |
| XLT 4dr 4x4 See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 17/23 | $34,095 | $31,847 | |
| Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 18/25 | $37,855 | $35,268 | |
| Limited 4dr 4x4 See Specs | Price with Options |
6 cyl | 17/23 | $39,855 | $37,088 | |
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Destination charge: $825
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