Specs and Features

2018 Ford Explorer Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2018 Ford Explorer lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Explorer

	1 of 5 Explorer Sport Utility 4D	2 of 5 Explorer XLT Sport Utility 4D	3 of 5 Explorer Limited Sport Utility 4D	4 of 5 Explorer Sport SUV 4D	5 of 5 Explorer Platinum Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price	$14,585	$16,720	$18,110	$19,191	$20,566
Fuel Economy	City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG	City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG	City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG	City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG	City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	290 @ 6500 RPM	290 @ 6500 RPM	290 @ 6500 RPM	365 @ 5500 RPM	365 @ 5500 RPM
Seating	7	7	7	7	7
Cargo Volume	81.70 cu ft	81.70 cu ft	81.70 cu ft	81.70 cu ft	81.70 cu ft
Dimensions	198.3" L x 90.2" W x 70" H	198.3" L x 90.2" W x 70" H	198.3" L x 90.2" W x 70" H	198.3" L x 90.2" W x 70" H	198.3" L x 90.2" W x 70" H
Engine	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, EcoBoost, TT, 3.5L	V6, EcoBoost, TT, 3.5L
Configurations	V	V	V	V	V
Towing Capacity	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs

Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Collision Warning System	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Emergency & Security Services	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Parental Control System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Side View Cameras	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard
Surround View Camera	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Premium Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Satellite Radio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

255 @ 6500 RPM

350 @ 5500 RPM

Third Row Seat	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Leather Seats	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Third Row Seat	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Adjustable Pedals	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard
Privacy Glass	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard

Alarm System

Not Available

Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD
Hill Descent Control	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4443 pounds	4629 pounds	4556 pounds	4901 pounds	4901 pounds
Fuel Capacity	18.6 gallons	18.6 gallons	18.6 gallons	18.6 gallons	18.6 gallons
Front Head Room	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches
Front Leg Room	42.9 inches	42.9 inches	42.9 inches	42.9 inches	42.9 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	7.8 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches	8.3 inches
Overall Length	198.3 inches	198.3 inches	198.3 inches	198.3 inches	198.3 inches
Payload Capacity	1510 pounds	1500 pounds	1500 pounds	Not Available	Not Available
Front Shoulder Room	61.5 inches	61.5 inches	61.5 inches	61.5 inches	61.5 inches
Turning Diameter	39.2 feet	38.9 feet	38.9 feet	38.9 feet	38.9 feet
Wheel Base	112.6 inches	112.6 inches	112.6 inches	112.6 inches	112.6 inches
Width with mirrors	90.2 inches	90.2 inches	90.2 inches	90.2 inches	90.2 inches

FAQs

Is the Ford Explorer a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2018 Explorer feature a 6 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.

Does the 2018 Ford Explorer have a turbo?

No, the 2018 Explorer does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.

What features does a 2018 Explorer have?

2018 Ford Explorer features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2018 Explorer trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2018 Explorer have?

The 2018 Explorer ranges in power from the Sport Utility 4D with 290 horsepower to the Platinum Sport Utility 4D with 365 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.

Is the Ford Explorer underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2018 Explorer ranges in power from the Sport Utility 4D with 290 horsepower to the Platinum Sport Utility 4D with 365 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.

Is the Ford Explorer fuel efficient?

The 2018 Explorer comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the Sport SUV 4D which gets 18 MPG, with 16 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2018 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Ford Explorer specs page.