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2009 Ford Explorer
Get Pricing$28,470 - $39,180 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
16 MPG Comb.
Body Type
SUV
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Seatings
7 Seats
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Overview
The 2009 Ford Explorer is well positioned to compete against both truck- or car-based mid-sized SUVs. The body-on-frame construction will please those in need of towing capacity, while the independent rear suspension and stiffer frame enhance...
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 14
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 19
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 650
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd):
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 130
Maximum Alternator Watts: 1950
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 18.5
Weight Information
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs): 2960
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs): 3400
Curb Weight - Front (lbs): 2553
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs): 2149
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs): 6280
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs): 8500
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: Independent SLA
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent SLA
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs): 2470
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs): 2200
Axle Type - Front: Ford SLA
Axle Type - Rear: Ford SLA
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs): 3240
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs): 3600
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front: 3.55
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear: 3.55
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): 32.0
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): 32.0
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 1.34
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.77
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line):
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.01 x 0.43
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.85 x 0.39
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: T5N
Rear Tire Order Code: T5N
Spare Tire Order Code: T5N
Front Tire Size: P255/50R20
Rear Tire Size: P255/50R20
Spare Tire Size: P255/50R20
Front Tire Capacity (lbs): 1700
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs): 1700
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs): 1700
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front: - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear: - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare: - TBD -
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Aluminum
Steering
Steering Type: Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center: 18.9
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock:
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): 38.4
Frame
Frame Type: Ladder
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 22.5
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
Fuel Tank Location: Midship
Aux Fuel Tank Location:
Doors
Side Door Type:
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 113.7
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in): 193.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.7
Height, Overall (in): 71.9
Overhang, Front (in): 35.4
Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in): 44.3
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in): 31.4
Ground Clearance, Front (in): 8.3
Ground Clearance, Rear (in): 8.3
Rear Door Opening Height (in): 33.7
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Side Door Opening Height (in):
Side Door Opening Width (in):
Step Up Height - Front (in): - TBD -
Step Up Height - Side (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 4 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 44.9
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 83.7
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 43.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 13.6
Cargo Volume to Seat 4 (ft³):
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 7
Front Head Room (in): 39.8
Front Leg Room (in): 42.4
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.0
Front Hip Room (in): 55.4
Second Head Room (in): 38.7
Second Leg Room (in): 36.9
Second Shoulder Room (in): 58.9
Second Hip Room (in): 55.5
Third Head Room (in): 37.4
Third Leg Room (in): 34.9
Third Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Third Hip Room (in): 45.3
Summary
Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
Body Style: 4 Door
Body Code:
Emissions
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 3
Pricing
This model has 18 different trims.
| MSRP | $39,180 |
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| Invoice | $36,203 |
| Description | 4.6L/281, 292 @ 5700, Automatic w/OD |
Fuel Economy
This model has 18 different trims.
| City | 14 MPG |
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| Hwy | 19 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Description | 4.6L/281, 292 @ 5700, Automatic w/OD |
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