2018 Ford Explorer XLT specs & colors

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$34,175

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Key specs

4-door
6 seats
290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
20 combined MPG
198.3" length, 70" height
Front Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Captiva White

Interior

Black

Charcoal black

Medium Light Stone

Ecru

Packages

Equipment Group 200A

$0

Starting MSRP
Equipment Group 201A

$2,330

Starting MSRP
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
- Driver Connect Package
- SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
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$2,330

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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
- 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
Equipment Group 202A

$4,900

Starting MSRP
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Ctrl
- Driver Connect Package
- SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System
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$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

XLT Technology Feature Bundle

$935

Starting MSRP
- Single-CD Player
- Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System
- pinch-to-zoom capability
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$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)
Ford Safe & Smart Package

$1,295

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- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only)
- BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
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$1,295

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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
XLT Appearance Package

$1,595

Starting MSRP
- liftgate applique
- Magnetic Met-Painted Grille Bars w/Mesh Insert
- EXPLORER Unique Branded Front Floor Mats
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$1,595

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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
Cold Weather Package

$650

Starting MSRP
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Forward Sensing System

Specifications

Highlights

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

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

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

Entertainment

Bluetooth®: Standard

Measurements

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

Safety

Backup Camera: Standard
Stability Control: Standard

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

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

Weight & Capacity

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

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