2018 Ford Explorer XLT specs & colors

Sport Utility

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$36,325

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Key specs

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

Color options

Exterior

Captiva White

Interior

Black

Charcoal black

Medium Light Stone

Ecru

Packages

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
Cold Weather Package

$650

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

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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
- 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 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
XLT Technology Feature Bundle

$935

Starting MSRP
- Single-CD Player
- Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System
- pinch-to-zoom capability
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$935

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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)
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

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
Equipment Group 200A

$0

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Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type: Regular Gasoline V-6
MPG: 16 City / 22 Hwy
Horsepower: 290 hp
280 hp
290 hp
Seating Capacity: 6

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 290 @ 6500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 255 @ 4000
Engine Type: Regular Gasoline V-6
Displacement: 3.5 L/213
Transmission Options: 6-Speed A/T
A/T
Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
MPG: 16 City / 22 Hwy
Total Cooling System Capacity: N/A

Entertainment

Bluetooth®: Standard

Measurements

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

Safety

Stability Control: Standard
Backup Camera: Standard

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

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

Weight & Capacity

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 200 lbs
Curb Weight: N/A
Curb Weight - Front: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 200 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear: N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 2,000 lbs
Base Curb Weight: 4,629 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 19 gal
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 2,000 lbs
Total Option Weight: 0 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity: N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity: 2,000 lbs

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