2021 Ford Explorer Timberline specs & colors
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MSRP
- Base RWD $32,925
- Base 4WD $34,925
- XLT RWD $35,075
- XLT 4WD $37,075
- Limited RWD $45,255
- Timberline 4WD $46,015
- Limited 4WD $47,255
- ST 4WD $49,000
- King Ranch RWD $52,600
- Platinum RWD $52,730
- Platinum 4WD $53,335
- King Ranch 4WD $54,600
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Deep Cypress
Packages
$935
Starting MSRP
- (2) Yakima FrontLoaders w/locks
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
Outfitters Bike - FrontLoader
$935
Starting MSRP
- (2) Yakima FrontLoaders w/locks
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Cargo Mat
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Roof-Rail Crossbars
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
$0
Starting MSRP
$935
Starting MSRP
- Yakima SkyBox 16
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
Outfitters Cargo - SkyBox
$935
Starting MSRP
- Yakima SkyBox 16
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Cargo Mat
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Roof-Rail Crossbars
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
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$935
Starting MSRP
- Yakima MegaWarrior w/Yakima large stretch net
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior
$935
Starting MSRP
- Yakima MegaWarrior w/Yakima large stretch net
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Cargo Mat
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
- Roof-Rail Crossbars
- Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
- These features are ordered through WBDO only
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Standard SUV 4WD |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18 X 7.5 in |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Front Wheel Size | 18 X 7.5 in |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | N/A |
| Displacement | 2.3 L/140 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 310 @ 3500 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 300 @ 5500 |
| Cruising Range - City | 340.10 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 411.70 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 19 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 23 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 21 MPG |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| Trans Type | 10 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.27 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.52 |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.85 |
| Ninth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.77 |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High | N/A |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.00 |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.71 |
| Tenth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.58 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.15 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 4.88 |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low | N/A |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.6 in |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 13.6 in |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 17.9 gal |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | N/A ft |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Rear Tire Size | P265/65HR18 |
| Front Tire Size | P265/65HR18 |
| Maximum Trailering Capacity | 5300 lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 500 lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 5000 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 530 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 5300 lbs |
| Curb Weight - Rear | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 4345 lbs |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight - Front | N/A lbs |
| Total Option Weight | 0.00 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 6 |
| Rear Door Opening Width | N/A in |
| Rear Door Opening Height | N/A in |
| Third Shoulder Room | 54.6 in |
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline | 59 in |
| Front Leg Room | 43 in |
| Second Hip Room | 59.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in |
| Track Width, Front | 66.9 in |
| Passenger Volume | 152.7 ft³ |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 | 87.8 ft³ |
| Front Hip Room | 59.2 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings | 48.1 in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 | 47.9 ft³ |
| Track Width, Rear | 66.9 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 61.9 in |
| Liftover Height | 32.8 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 | 20.8 in |
| Third Leg Room | 32.2 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 61.8 in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 | 18.2 ft³ |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 | 83.9 in |
| Third Head Room | 38.9 in |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height | 32.8 in |
| Second Head Room | 40.5 in |
| Second Leg Room | 39 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 8.2 in |
| Height, Overall | 70.2 in |
| Front Head Room | 40.7 in |
| Third Hip Room | 40.9 in |
| Length, Overall | 198.8 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 78.9 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 | 49.8 in |
| SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability, AppLink, 911 Assist, Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatibility and 1 smart-charging multimedia USB port in the media hub | Standard |
| Streaming Audio | Standard |
| Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capability, 6 speakers, speed-compensated volume and SiriusXM radio w/a 3 month prepaid subscription, Service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by SiriusXM 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. | Optional |
| Integrated Roof Antenna | Standard |
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | Standard |
| Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity | Standard |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and Internal Memory | Standard |
| Lip Spoiler | Standard |
| LED Brakelights | Standard |
| Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers | Standard |
| Black Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim | Optional |
| Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | Standard |
| Black Grille | Standard |
| Off-Road Lights | Optional |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Optional |
| Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim | Standard |
| Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Optional |
| Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Laminated Glass | Optional |
| Deep Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent | Standard |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Colored Rub Strip/Fascia Accent, Metal-Look Bumper Insert and 2 Tow Hooks | Optional |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Optional |
| Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | Optional |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Optional |
| Wheels: 18" High Gloss Black-Painted Aluminum -inc: laser etched Timberline logo | Optional |
| Tires: P265/65R18 AT BSW -inc: mini spare | Optional |
| Steel Spare Wheel | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster | Standard |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | Standard |
| Roof Rack Rails Only | Optional |
| Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels | Standard |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System -inc: pinch-to-zoom capability, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link, Note: SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link includes a 5-year prepaid subscription, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link service is not available in Alaska or Hawaii, After your trial period ends, Sirius XM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by SiriusXM Radio Inc, See SiriusXM customer agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com, All fees and programming subject to change, Trial subscriptions not available in Alaska and Hawaii | Optional |
| Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback ActiveX Cloth/Leatherette Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft | Optional |
| 8-Way Power Passenger Seat -inc: Power Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement and Power 2-Way Lumbar Support | Optional |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| Compass | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Fixed 50-50 Bench ActiveX Cloth/Leatherette 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints | Optional |
| Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer | Standard |
| 4 12V DC Power Outlets | Optional |
| Heated Leather Steering Wheel | Optional |
| Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls | Standard |
| Perimeter Alarm | Optional |
| Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
| Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | Standard |
| Keypad | Optional |
| Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents | Optional |
| ActiveX Cloth/Leatherette Bucket Front Seats w/Cloth Back Material and Power 2-Way Driver Lumbar | Optional |
| ActiveX Seat Material Captain's Charis -inc: heathered cloth insert, deep tangerine stitching, Timberline logo, 10-way power driver (power function for tilt, lumbar and recline), 8-way power passenger (power function for lumbar and recline) and 2-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints | Optional |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Optional |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | Optional |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | Optional |
| Front And Rear Map Lights | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror | Standard |
| 10-Way Power Driver Seat -inc: Power Recline, Height Adjustment, Fore/Aft Movement, Cushion Tilt and Power 2-Way Lumbar Support | Optional |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access | Standard |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | Optional |
| Analog Appearance | Standard |
| Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch | Standard |
| Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows | Standard |
| Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Trim | Standard |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Vinyl/Rubber Front And Rear Floor Mats | Optional |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only | Optional |
| Locking Glove Box | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | Optional |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| FordPass Connect -inc: 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices w/wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the trial subscription period for remote features, To activate, go to www.att.com/ford), remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle, schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle, locate parked vehicle and check vehicle status (FordPass Connect, the Ford Pass App, and Complimentary Connected Services are required for remote features (see FordPass terms for details), Connected Service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability, Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features, Connected services excludes Wi-Fi hotspot.), Note: Ford Telematics and data services prep included for fleet only: FordPass Connect 4G Wi-Fi modem provides data to support telematics and data services including but not limited to vehicle location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts, Device enables telematics services through Ford or authorized providers, Activate at www.fleet.ford.com or call 833-FCS-Ford, (833-327-3673) | Optional |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Standard |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, Rear Console w/Storage and 4 12V DC Power Outlets | Optional |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Heated-Cushion, Driver And Passenger Heated-Seatback | Optional |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| 3 Skid Plates | Optional |
| Auto Locking Hubs | Optional |
| Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control | Optional |
| 17.9 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| Block Heater | Optional |
| Mechanical Limited Slip Differential | Optional |
| 3.58 Torsen Limited Slip Rear Axle | Optional |
| 50 State Emissions System Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) system is standard equipment for vehicles with the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 FFV engine. | Standard |
| Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic -inc: SelectShift capability w/paddle shifters (STD) | Optional |
| Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 -inc: auto start-stop technology (STD) | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | Optional |
| GVWR: 6,160 lbs | Optional |
| Off-Road Suspension | Optional |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| Trailer Wiring Harness | Optional |
| Upfitter Switches | Optional |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and SelectShift Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Optional |
| Regenerative Alternator | Standard |
| Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive | Optional |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust | Standard |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ - Lane Centering | Optional |
| Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag | Standard |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - 360 Degree Camera Back-Up Camera w/Washer | Optional |
| Terrain Management System ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Optional |
| Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist | Standard |
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Driver Monitoring-Alert | Standard |
| Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Aerial View Camera System | Optional |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - 360 Degree Camera Right Side Camera | Optional |
| Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute | Standard |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Ford Co-Pilot360 - Cross-Traffic Alert | Optional |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - 360 Degree Camera Front Camera w/Washer | Optional |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot | Standard |
| Emergency Sos | Standard |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 - 360 Degree Camera Left Side Camera | Optional |
| AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC) | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Optional |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
| Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Evasion Assist | Optional |
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