2012 Ford Explorer

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2012 Ford Explorer

Starting MSRP $28,280–$39,855

Standard Equipment & Options

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Base

$28,280

XLT

$32,095

Limited

$37,855

Body Exterior

Power door mirrors
Dual exhaust
Trailer hitch receiver $570 $570 $570
Number of doors:4
Heated door mirrors
Turn signal indicator mirrors
Spoiler

Rear cargo

Power liftgate $495 $495
Liftgate

Convenience Features

Distance pacing cruise control $5,310
Speed control
Memory seat
Power moonroof $1,595 $1,595
Rear HVAC
Automatic temperature control $1,800
Air conditioning
Power front windows
Rear beverage holders
Front beverage holders
Adjustable pedals
Navigation system $795 $795
Garage door transmitter
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $1,800
Telescoping steering wheel
Tilt steering wheel
Remote keyless entry

Entertainment Features

AM/FM radio
CD player
Entertainment system $1,995 $1,995
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Headphones $1,995 $1,995
Premium audio system
MP3 decoder

Speakers

8 $1,800
12
6

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Electronic instrumentation
Tachometer
Compass
Outside temperature display
Low tire pressure warning
Trip computer
Fully automatic headlights
Delay-off headlights
Front fog lights
Variably intermittent wipers
Rain sensing wipers $5,310
Rear window wiper
Rear window defroster

Reverse sensing system

Rear $275
Automated $5,310
Rear with camera $1,800

Off-Road Capability

Approach angle:21.7 deg
Ground clearance (min):193mm (7.6")
Ramp breakover angle:16.5 deg
Departure angle:21.4 deg

Powertrain

Mode select transmission
Fuel tank capacity:18.6gal.
Compressor:intercooled turbo $995 $995 $995
Recommended fuel:regular unleaded
Transmission:6 speed automatic
Variable valve control
Block heater $35 $35 $35
Sequential sport shift

Cylinder configuration

V-6
I-4 $995 $995 $995

Drive type

Front-wheel
Four-wheel

Engine liters

3.5
2.0 $995 $995 $995

Fuel economy city

18mpg
17mpg

Fuel economy highway

25mpg
23mpg

Horsepower

240hp @ 5,500RPM $995 $995 $995
290hp @ 6,500RPM

Number of valves

24
16 $995 $995 $995

Torque

255 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
270 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM $995 $995 $995

Safety and Security

ABS brakes
Brake assist $5,310
Dual front impact airbags
Dual front side impact airbags
Overhead airbag
Traction control
Panic alarm
Immobilizer
Security system
Stability control
Occupant sensing airbag

Seats and Trim

3rd row seats:split-bench
Leather upholstery
Rear seat center armrest
Split folding rear seat
Front center armrest
Ventilated front seats
Heated front seats
Power passenger seat
Power driver seat
Front seats:bucket

Max. seating capacity

7
6 $750

Rear seats

Bucket $750
Split-bench

Suspension/Handling

Four wheel independent suspension
Power steering
Speed-sensing steering
Alloy wheels

Front tires

245/60HR18.0 BSW
245/65TR17.0 BSW
245/50HR20.0 BSW $6,305
255/50HR20.0 BSW $1,195

Rear tires

245/65TR17.0 BSW
245/60HR18.0 BSW
255/50HR20.0 BSW $1,195
245/50HR20.0 BSW $6,305

Warranty

Basic warranty:36 months/36,000miles
Roadside assistance coverage:60 months/60,000miles
Corrosion perforation warranty:60 months/ unlimited distance
Powertrain warranty:60 months/60,000miles

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