Ford Explorer Specs

You can cover lots of ground from behind the wheel of the Ford Explorer. This midsize SUV provides plenty of space and powerful engines to enhance your drive, and we at Butler Ford Milledgeville want to lay out the Ford Explorer specs in detail.

Once you know the facts and figures, you'll be better able to judge whether the Explorer is the ideal SUV for your Eatonton, Sparta, or Milledgeville drives! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Ford Explorer Engine Specs

Let's start with the quality many drivers care about most-power under the hood. The Ford Explorer offers a lineup of three robust engines, each with plenty of muscle to get this SUV moving in any driving situation.

The base engine is a 3.5-liter V6 with 290 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque on tap.

If you prize efficiency, the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® 4-cylinder may be the way to go. It generates a potent 280 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. You'll see an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 19 city and 27 highway MPG with this engine under the hood.

The crown jewel of the engine lineup is the 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6. This powerhouse cranks out up to 365 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque for effortless acceleration. All engines mate with a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission.

Towing & Cargo Capacities

Many SUV shoppers prize vehicles with versatile cargo space and plenty of towing muscle. When you need a vehicle that can serve as your weekend warrior, the Explorer is more than up for the task.

Towing capability in this SUV will depend on the engine you choose. With either of the V6 engines under the hood, you can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. That's enough pulling power to move a small boat! Even the EcoBoost® 4-cylinder can handle a couple of jet skis, with a towing capacity of up to 3,000 pounds.

Cargo volume is generous in the Explorer. With 21 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats, you have the room to fit all sorts of gear, groceries, and more. When all seats are folded, you'll have 81.7 cubic feet at your disposal.

Explorer Interior Specs

We've covered cargo, but what about people space? The cabin of the Ford Explorer is roomy, with three rows of seats for up to seven people. Choose the optional second-row captain's chairs for more comfort, and seating capacity drops to six.

The captain's chairs move forward and back, letting third-row riders more easily access their seats and max out their legroom. All told, with legroom coming to 39.5 inches in the second row and 33.3 inches in the third row, every row of this SUV is spacious enough to accommodate adults.

Test Drive the Ford Explorer Today!

Now that you've read our review of the Ford Explorer specs, do you think this midsize SUV might be ideal for your Milledgeville, Eatonton, or Sparta drives?

If you like what you've seen so far, schedule a test drive at Butler Ford Milledgeville. Take the Explorer for a spin and see what it can really do!