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2018 Ford Explorer XLT specs & colors

MSRP
Base FWD
$32,140
XLT FWD
$34,175
Base 4WD
$34,290
XLT 4WD
$36,325
Limited FWD
$42,090
Limited 4WD
$44,240
Sport 4WD
$45,950
Platinum 4WD
$53,940
$34,175
Starting MSRP
Current listing price
2018 Ford Explorer XLT

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Key specs

Color options

Interior
Black
Charcoal black
Medium Light Stone
Ecru

Packages

  • $1,295

    Starting MSRP

    • Auto High-Beam Headlights
    • Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only)
    • BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
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    • Auto High-Beam Headlights
    • Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only)
    • BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
    • cross-traffic alert
    • Note: replaces standard integrated blind spot mirrors feature
    • Adaptive Cruise Control & Fwd Collision Warning
    • brake support
    • Lane-Keeping System
    • lane-keeping assist
    • lane-keeping alert and driver alert
  • $4,900

    Starting MSRP

    • Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
    • Driver Connect Package
    • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
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    • Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
    • Driver Connect Package
    • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
    • enhanced voice recognition
    • 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability
    • pinch-to-zoom capability included when equipped w/available voice-activated touchscreen navigation system
    • AppLink
    • 911 Assist
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
    • 2 smart-charging multimedia USB ports (1 replaces the front center floor console powerpoint port)
    • 2 Driver Configurable 4.2" Color LCD Displays
    • Located in instrument cluster
    • SYNC Connect
    • remotely start
    • lock and unlock vehicle (includes service for 5 years from the vehicle sale date as recorded by the dealer)
    • schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle
    • locate parked vehicle
    • check vehicle status (includes service for 5 years from the vehicle sale date as recorded by the dealer) and Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices (includes a trial subscription of 3 months or 3 gigabytes,whichever comes first
    • Wireless Service Plan required after trial subscription ends)
    • Note: Ford Telematics Prep Package Included for Fleet ONLY: SYNC Connect provides data to support telematics services including vehicle location
    • speed and idle time w/optional vehicle diagnostics and maintenance reports
    • Requires Ford Telematics Powered by Telogis Service (requires subscription for Telogis service
    • Activate at www.fleet.ford.com)
    • Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
    • Power Liftgate
    • Forward Sensing System
    • Rear Bumper Step Pad
    • Molded in color black w/surround
    • Engine Block Heater (Regional)
    • Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/7 Speakers
    • MP3 capability and speed-compensated volume
    • Remote Start System
    • Power & Heated Glass Sideview Mirrors
    • manual-folding
    • LED turn signal indicators
    • security approach lamps
    • integrated blind spot mirrors and gloss shadow black caps
    • Note: Integrated blind spot mirrors not included when equipped w/BLIS
    • Heated Steering Wheel
    • Comfort Package
    • LED Fog Lamps
  • $1,595

    Starting MSRP

    • liftgate applique
    • Magnetic Met-Painted Grille Bars w/Mesh Insert
    • EXPLORER Unique Branded Front Floor Mats
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    • liftgate applique
    • Magnetic Met-Painted Grille Bars w/Mesh Insert
    • EXPLORER Unique Branded Front Floor Mats
    • Black Roof Rack Side Rails
    • Wheels: 20" x 8.5" Magnetic Met Painted 10-Spoke
    • Tires: P255/50R20 AS BSW
    • Lower Front & Rear Bumper Covers
    • Ebony Black Unique Door-Trim Panel Insert
    • Fire Orange contrasting stitching
    • EXPLORER Badge on Hood
    • Lower Bodyside Cladding Insert
    • Lower Door Trim
    • Sideview Mirror Caps
  • $0

    Starting MSRP

  • $650

    Starting MSRP

    • Heated Front Seats
    • Heated Steering Wheel
    • Forward Sensing System
  • $2,330

    Starting MSRP

    • Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
    • Driver Connect Package
    • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
    See more detail
    • Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
    • Driver Connect Package
    • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
    • enhanced voice recognition
    • 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability
    • pinch-to-zoom capability included when equipped w/available voice-activated touchscreen navigation system
    • AppLink
    • 911 Assist
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
    • 2 smart-charging multimedia USB ports (1 replaces the front center floor console powerpoint port)
    • 2 Driver Configurable 4.2" Color LCD Displays
    • Located in instrument cluster
    • SYNC Connect
    • remotely start
    • lock and unlock vehicle (includes service for 5 years from the vehicle sale date as recorded by the dealer)
    • schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle
    • locate parked vehicle
    • check vehicle status (includes service for 5 years from the vehicle sale date as recorded by the dealer) and Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices (includes a trial subscription of 3 months or 3 gigabytes,whichever comes first
    • Wireless Service Plan required after trial subscription ends)
    • Note: Ford Telematics Prep Package Included for Fleet ONLY: SYNC Connect provides data to support telematics services including vehicle location
    • speed and idle time w/optional vehicle diagnostics and maintenance reports
    • Requires Ford Telematics Powered by Telogis Service (requires subscription for Telogis service
    • Activate at www.fleet.ford.com)
    • Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
    • Power Liftgate
    • Rear Bumper Step Pad
    • Molded in color black w/surround
    • Radio: AM/FM Stereo w/7 Speakers
    • MP3 capability and speed-compensated volume
    • Remote Start System
    • Power & Heated Glass Sideview Mirrors
    • manual-folding
    • LED turn signal indicators
    • security approach lamps
    • integrated blind spot mirrors and gloss shadow black caps
    • Note: Integrated blind spot mirrors not included when equipped w/BLIS
    • LED Fog Lamps
  • $935

    Starting MSRP

    • Single-CD Player
    • Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System
    • pinch-to-zoom capability
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    • Single-CD Player
    • Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System
    • pinch-to-zoom capability
    • SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link
    • Note: SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link includes a 5-year prepaid subscription
    • Service not available in Alaska or Hawaii
    • SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately
    • or as a package
    • by Sirius XM Radio Inc
    • If you decide to continue service after your trial
    • the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates
    • Fees and taxes apply
    • To cancel you must call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349
    • See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com
    • All fees and programming subject to change
    • Sirius
    • XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc
    • Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO)

Specifications

Highlights

Regular Unleaded V-6
Engine Type
17 City / 24 Hwy
MPG
290 hp
280 hp
290 hp
Horsepower
6
Seating Capacity

Brakes

Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
13 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
13 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
4-Wheel Disc
Brake Type
Yes
Disc - Front (Yes or )
4-Wheel
Brake ABS System

Electrical

650
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
200
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Engine

290 @ 6500
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Regular Unleaded V-6
Engine Type
3.5 L/213
Displacement
255 @ 4000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
6-Speed A/T
A/T
Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
Transmission Options
17 City / 24 Hwy
MPG
N/A
Total Cooling System Capacity

Entertainment

Standard
Bluetooth®

Measurements

41 in
Third Hip Room
N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
41 in
Second Head Room
7
Passenger Capacity
79 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
21 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
N/A
Cargo Box (Area) Height
41 in
Front Head Room
N/A
Rear Door Opening Width
40 in
Second Leg Room
62 in
Front Shoulder Room
N/A
Rear Door Opening Height
67 in
Track Width, Rear
113 in
Wheelbase
8 in
Min Ground Clearance
51 in
Third Shoulder Room
32 in
Third Leg Room
81 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
57 in
Second Hip Room
44 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38 in
Third Head Room
N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
61 in
Second Shoulder Room
43 in
Front Leg Room
N/A
Liftover Height
198 in
Length, Overall
70 in
Height, Overall
152 ft³
Passenger Volume
57 in
Front Hip Room
67 in
Track Width, Front

Safety

Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera

Steering

Rack-Pinion
Steering Type
N/A
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
39 ft
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

Suspension

Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
Strut
Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Tires & Wheels

18 X 7.5 in
Front Wheel Size
Compact
Spare Tire Size
Aluminum
Front Wheel Material
18 X 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size
Compact in
Spare Wheel Size
P245/60HR18
Front Tire Size
Steel
Spare Wheel Material
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material
P245/60HR18
Rear Tire Size

Weight & Capacity

N/A
Curb Weight
200 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
2,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
2,000 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
4,443 lbs
Base Curb Weight
19 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
2,000 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Curb Weight - Front
0 lbs
Total Option Weight
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Curb Weight - Rear
N/A
Maximum Payload Capacity
200 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

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