Electric, hybrid and petrol · 1991–2027

Ford Explorer

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Ford Explorer. By the official figures, the 2027 uses 11.8 L/100km: 24 mpg UK, 20 mpg US.

Ford Explorer in white
Fuel use
11.8 L/100km
2027 official
UK mpg
24 mpg
US mpg
20 mpg
On a full tank
576 km
67.7 L tank

What a Explorer costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$34.57 per 100 km$3,803
Australia$2.41/L petrol$28.34 per 100 km$3,146
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£33.01 per 100 miles£2,310
United States$4.35/gal petrol$21.76 per 100 miles$2,938

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

Ford Explorer, 2022

Specs for the 2022 Ford Explorer XLT RWD, 2.3L EcoBoost petrol (US market); other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Seats
6
Doors
4
Drive
RWD

Size and weight

Length
5,050 mm
Width
2,004 mm
Height
1,775 mm
Wheelbase
3,025 mm
Kerb weight
1,971 kg
Boot
515 L
Boot, seats folded
2,485 L
Towing (braked)
2,404 kg

Engine

Engine
2.3 L 4-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size
2,264 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
224 kW
Torque
420 Nm
Gearbox
10-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
67.7 L

Safety

Airbags
8

Ownership

Tyres
P255/65R18
Spare wheel
Space saver

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Adaptive cruise control
Yes

U625 (6th generation), 2020–2027

Specs for the 2.3 EcoBoost XLT; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
U625 (6th generation)
Built
2020-2027
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
RWD

Size and weight

Length
5,049 mm
Width
2,004 mm
Height
1,775 mm
Wheelbase
3,025 mm
Kerb weight
1,970 kg
Towing (braked)
2,400 kg

Engine

Engine
2.3 L 4-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size
2,261 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
224 kW
Torque
420 Nm
Gearbox
10-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
68 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★☆
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Adaptive cruise control
Yes

U502 (5th generation), 2011–2019

Specs for the 3.5 V6 XLT AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
U502 (5th generation)
Built
2011-2019
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
5,047 mm
Width
2,148 mm
Height
1,778 mm
Wheelbase
2,865 mm
Kerb weight
2,051 kg
Boot
595 L
Towing (braked)
2,268 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
2,879 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
216 kW
Torque
420 Nm
Gearbox
6-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
11.8 L/100km
Fuel tank
70 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★★

U251 (4th generation), 2006–2010

Specs for the 4.0 V6 XLT; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
U251 (4th generation)
Built
2006-2010
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,849 mm
Wheelbase
2,888 mm
Kerb weight
1,822 kg
Boot
2,410 L

Engine

Engine
4.0 L V6 petrol
Engine size
4,308 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
185 kW
Torque
376 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
85 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

U152 (3rd generation), 2002–2005

Specs for the 4.0 V6 XLT; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
U152 (3rd generation)
Built
2002-2005
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,863 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Height
1,838 mm
Wheelbase
2,888 mm
Kerb weight
1,928 kg
Boot
2,440 L

Engine

Engine
4.0 L V6 petrol
Engine size
4,605 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
196 kW
Torque
394 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
85 L
Minimum petrol
87 RON

Second generation (UN105/UN150), 1999

Specs for the 1999 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD, 4.0 L V6 petrol, 5-speed automatic (US-market); other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Generation
Second generation (UN105/UN150)
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,844 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
1,714 mm
Wheelbase
2,835 mm
Turning circle
11.4 m
Kerb weight
1,874 kg
Boot
1,206 L
Boot, seats folded
2,294 L

Engine

Engine
4.0 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
157 kW
Torque
325 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
79.5 L

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2027Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2026Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2025Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2024Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2023Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2023Hybrid9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2022Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2022Hybrid9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2021Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2021Hybrid9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2020Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2020Hybrid9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2019Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2018Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2017Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2016Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2015Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
2014Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
2013Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
2012Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2011Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
2010Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2009Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2008Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2007Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2006Petrol15.3 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
2005Petrol15.1 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2004Petrol13.2 L/100km21 mpg18 mpg—
2003Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2002Petrol16.8 L/100km17 mpg14 mpg—
2002Electric54.1 kWh/100km1.1 mi/kWh39 MPGe61 km
2001Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
2001Electric54.1 kWh/100km1.1 mi/kWh39 MPGe61 km
2000Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
1999Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
1998Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
1997Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
1996Petrol15.7 L/100km18 mpg15 mpg—
1995Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—
1994Petrol14.7 L/100km19 mpg16 mpg—

Ford Explorer questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Ford Explorer?

The 2027 Ford Explorer uses 11.8 L/100km by its official figures: 24 mpg in UK gallons and 20 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Ford Explorer cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $3,803 in New Zealand, $3,146 in Australia, £2,310 in United Kingdom, $2,938 in United States.

How far does a Ford Explorer go on a full tank?

About 576 km (358 miles) from its 67.7 L tank at its official fuel use.

How much can a Ford Explorer tow?

2,404 kg braked, for the 2022 Ford Explorer XLT RWD, 2.3L EcoBoost petrol (US market).

How big is the Ford Explorer's boot?

515 L, for the 2022 Ford Explorer XLT RWD, 2.3L EcoBoost petrol (US market).

Cars like the Explorer

From other makes, closest in what they use.

Honda

Passport

1994–2026

11.8 L/100km · 24 mpg

Toyota

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2001–2026

11.8 L/100km · 24 mpg

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GLE-Class

2015–2027

11.2 L/100km · 25 mpg

Mercedes-Benz

GLS-Class

2017–2027

11.2 L/100km · 25 mpg

Dodge

Journey

2009–2020

11.2 L/100km · 25 mpg

Genesis

GV80

2021–2027

11.2 L/100km · 25 mpg

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