2018 Ford Explorer XLT specs & colors
Sport Utility
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
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Black
Charcoal black
Medium Light Stone
Ecru
Packages
$4,900
Starting MSRP
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
- Driver Connect Package
- SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
See more detail $4,900
Starting MSRP
- 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
$1,295
Starting MSRP
- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only)
- BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
See more detail $1,295
Starting MSRP
- 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
$650
Starting MSRP
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Forward Sensing System
$935
Starting MSRP
- Single-CD Player
- Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System
- pinch-to-zoom capability
See more detail $935
Starting MSRP
- 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)
$2,330
Starting MSRP
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
- Driver Connect Package
- SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
See more detail $2,330
Starting MSRP
- 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
$1,595
Starting MSRP
- liftgate applique
- Magnetic Met-Painted Grille Bars w/Mesh Insert
- EXPLORER Unique Branded Front Floor Mats
See more detail $1,595
Starting MSRP
- 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
Specifications
Highlights
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Regular Unleaded V-6
Engine Type
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17 City / 24 Hwy
MPG
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290 hp
280 hp 290 hp Horsepower
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|
6
Seating Capacity
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Brakes
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4-Wheel
Brake ABS System
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|
13 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
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13 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
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Yes
Disc - Front (Yes or )
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Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
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N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
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N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
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4-Wheel Disc
Brake Type
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Electrical
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650
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
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200
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
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Engine
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255 @ 4000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
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290 @ 6500
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
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Regular Unleaded V-6
Engine Type
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3.5 L/213
Displacement
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6-Speed A/T
A/T Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode Transmission Options
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17 City / 24 Hwy
MPG
|
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N/A
Total Cooling System Capacity
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Entertainment
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Standard
Bluetooth®
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Measurements
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N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
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57 in
Front Hip Room
|
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70 in
Height, Overall
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N/A
Cargo Box (Area) Height
|
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61 in
Second Shoulder Room
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43 in
Front Leg Room
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40 in
Second Leg Room
|
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41 in
Front Head Room
|
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67 in
Track Width, Rear
|
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38 in
Third Head Room
|
|
N/A
Liftover Height
|
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62 in
Front Shoulder Room
|
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21 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
|
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81 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
|
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32 in
Third Leg Room
|
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N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
|
|
7
Passenger Capacity
|
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41 in
Second Head Room
|
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N/A
Rear Door Opening Width
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N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
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N/A
Rear Door Opening Height
|
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79 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
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8 in
Min Ground Clearance
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N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
|
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152 ft³
Passenger Volume
|
|
198 in
Length, Overall
|
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51 in
Third Shoulder Room
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41 in
Third Hip Room
|
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113 in
Wheelbase
|
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57 in
Second Hip Room
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44 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
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N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
|
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67 in
Track Width, Front
|
Safety
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Standard
Stability Control
|
|
Standard
Backup Camera
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Steering
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N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
|
|
39 ft
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
|
|
N/A
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
|
|
Rack-Pinion
Steering Type
|
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N/A
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
|
Suspension
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Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
|
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Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
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Strut
Suspension Type - Front
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Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
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Tires & Wheels
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P245/60HR18
Rear Tire Size
|
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18 X 7.5 in
Front Wheel Size
|
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Compact in
Spare Wheel Size
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18 X 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size
|
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Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material
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P245/60HR18
Front Tire Size
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Compact
Spare Tire Size
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Aluminum
Front Wheel Material
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Steel
Spare Wheel Material
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Weight & Capacity
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N/A
Curb Weight - Front
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200 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
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2,000 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
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0 lbs
Total Option Weight
|
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2,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
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19 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
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2,000 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
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4,443 lbs
Base Curb Weight
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200 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
|
|
N/A
Maximum Payload Capacity
|
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N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
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N/A
Curb Weight
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N/A
Curb Weight - Rear
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