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The Ford Explorer, the vehicle that defined an entire segment, was completely reinvented for 2011, challenging conventional notions of three-row SUV capability, on-road dynamics, fuel economy, safety, technology, design and craftsmanship. The Explorer's standard 3.5-liter V6 with Ti-VCT provides as much as 25 mpg on the highway, which is class-leading, yet can be equipped to tow up to 5,000 pounds. For 2012, Explorer adds a 2.0-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost® engine option that delivers a new benchmark in full-size SUV fuel economy.

New Ford Explorer Features for 2012

• 2.0-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost powertrain option for front-wheel-drive models
• New color offerings include Ginger Ale Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl Metallic, Cinnamon Metallic and Black
• For 2012, Explorer is offered with two levels of the acclaimed Ford SYNC® voice-activated communications and entertainment system
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert is now packaged with Explorer's industry-exclusive rear inflatable seat belts

 

General Specs

Engines: 3.5-liter V6, 290 hp @ 4,800 rpm, 286 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,500 rpm; 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder, 240 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 270 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed SelectShift Automatic with overdrive
Series: Base, XLT and Limited

2012 Ford Explorer Fuel Economy

2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder: FWD models deliver best-in-class full-size, three-row SUV fuel economy of 28 mpg highway, 20 mpg city
3.5-liter V6 with Ti-VCT: The standard V6 delivers a class-leading EPA-rated 17 mpg city/25 mpg highway, aided by Ti-VCT improving fuel economy, performance and reducing part-throttle emissions
Did you know? Explorer fuel economy is aided by EPAS, a variable-displacement air conditioning compressor, six-speed automatic transmissions and an optimized aerodynamic shape

Standard Safety Features

• AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability ControlTM) and Curve Control functionality
• Second-generation first-row airbags, side seat airbags
• Industry-exclusive rear inflatable seat belts for outboard seating positions
• Safety Canopy® side curtain airbags
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support
• BLIS with cross-traffic alert ? SOS Post-Crash Alert SystemT