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2012 Ford Explorer - Features & Specs

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Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L V6 AWD 6-speed Automatic)

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Highlights

  • FUEL ECONOMY (CTY/HWY) 17/23 mpg
  • CAR TYPE SUV
  • TRANSMISSION 6-speed Shiftable Automatic
  • BASIC WARRANTY 3 Yr./ 36000 Mi.
  • ENGINE TYPE Gas
  • TOTAL SEATING 7
  • CYLINDERS V6
  • CONSUMER RATING

Colors

year: 2012
make: Ford
model: Explorer
category:
fsbodytype: SUV
1:SUV 2:SUV 3:4dr SUV

Exterior Colors

Black
Cinnamon Metallic
Dark Blue Pearl Metallic
 Info N/A
Ginger Ale Metallic
Golden Bronze Metallic
Ingot Silver Metallic
Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Sterling Grey Metallic
White Platinum Metallic Tri-coat

Interior Colors

Charcoal Black, leather
Charcoal Black, premium leather
Medium Light Stone, leather
Medium Light Stone, premium leather
Pecan, premium leather

Specifications

LENGTH 16ft 5.1in
WIDTH 6ft 6.9in
HEIGHT
5ft 11in
GROUND CLEARANCE
0ft 7.6in
Body style illustration may not reflect the actual shape of this vehicle.

Exterior Measurements

6 ft. 6.9 in. (78.9 in.) 5 ft. 11 in. (71 in.)
16 ft. 5.1 in. (197.1 in.) 0 ft. 7.6 in. (7.6 in.)
5 ft. 7 in. (67 in.) 5 ft. 7 in. (67 in.)
9 ft. 4.6 in. (112.6 in.)

Interior Measurements

39.1 in. 57.3 in.
40.6 in. 61.3 in.
56.7 in. 38.3 in.
39.8 in. 61.0 in.

Fuel

Gas Regular unleaded
18.6 gal. 316.2/427.8 mi.
17/23 mpg

Weights and Capacities

5000 lbs. 4731 lbs.
21.7 degrees 21.4 degrees
21.0 cu.ft. 80.7 cu.ft.
** When adequately equipped, which may require engine and/or other drivetrain upgrades.

DriveTrain

All wheel drive 6-speed shiftable automatic

Engine & Performance

3.5 L Double overhead cam (DOHC)
V6 24
Variable 255 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm
290 hp @ 6500 rpm 38.9 ft.

Suspension

  • Short and long arm front suspension
  • Multi-link rear suspension
  • Four-wheel independent suspension
  • Front and rear stabilizer bar

Warranty

3 yr./ 36000 mi. 5 yr./ 60000 mi.
5 yr./ 60000 mi.

Features

Interior Features

1ST_ROW_SEATING_CAPACITY:2
2ND_ROW_SEATING_CAPACITY:3
3RD_ROW_SEATING_CAPACITY:2
total_seating:7

3rd Row Seats

50-50 split bench
manual folding split-bench

2nd Row Seats

40-60 split bench
split folding
folding with storage

1st Row Seats

bucket

Standard seating shown. Other seating may be available as optional equipment.

Front Seats

  • Multi-level heating passenger seat
  • 6 -way power passenger seat
  • 8 -way power driver seat
  • Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
  • Multi-level heating driver seat
  • Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
  • Height adjustable driver seat
  • Height adjustable passenger seat
  • Leather
  • Bucket front seats

Rear Seats

  • Split-folding rear seatback
  • Reclining rear seats
  • Folding with storage center armrest
  • Manual folding split-bench third row seats
  • Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power Features

  • Digital keypad power door locks
  • Power mirrors
  • Heated mirrors
  • 2 one-touch power windows

Instrumentation

  • Clock
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • Low fuel level warning
  • Compass

Convenience

  • Adjustable pedals
  • Cruise control
  • Cargo net
  • Front console with storage
  • Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders
  • Front and rear door pockets
  • Overhead console with storage
  • Retained accessory power
  • Front seatback storage
  • Electric power steering
  • Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
  • 12V front, 12V and 110V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s)
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
  • Rear view camera
  • Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
  • Destination Download*

Comfort

  • Interior air filtration
  • Three zone climate control
  • Cargo area light
  • Leather and simulated alloy trim on center console
  • Wood and simulated alloy trim on dash
  • Leather, wood and simulated alloy trim on doors
  • Front and rear reading lights
  • Alloy and leather trim on shift knob
  • Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel
  • Front and rear floor mats
  • Turn signal in mirrors
  • Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
  • Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Memorized settings

  • Memorized settings for 3 drivers

In Car Entertainment

  • Mast antenna
  • Sony premium brand stereo system
  • Sony premium brand speakers
  • 12 total speakers
  • Video monitor
  • Audio/Video Input
  • AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback stereo
  • Sirius XM satellite radio
  • Auxiliary audio input and iPod/iPhone integration
  • 1 subwoofer(s)
  • 5.1 surround audio (discrete)
  • 6 Months of provided satellite radio service
  • Memory card slot
  • USB connection

Telematics

  • Voice directions only via subscription service navigation system
  • Pre-wired for phone
  • Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
* SYNC is offered through a subscription based service or requires a compatible mobile device.

Exterior Features

Roof and Glass

  • Variable intermittent wipers
  • Privacy glass
  • Rear defogger
  • Rear window wiper
  • Roof rack

Body

  • Rear spoiler

Tires and Wheels

  • Painted alloy wheels
  • 20 in. wheels
  • Steel spare wheel
  • P255/50R20 tires
  • All season tires
  • Underbody mounted spare tire
  • Temporary spare tire

Doors

  • Fixed lifgate window
  • Rear liftgate door

Towing and Hauling

  • Cargo tie downs

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front, rear and third row head airbags
  • Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Remote anti-theft alarm system
  • Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • Auto delay off headlamps
  • Dusk sensing headlamps
  • 2 front headrests
  • 3 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Rear center 3-point belt
  • Front seatbelt pretensioners
  • Turn signal mirrors
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution
  • Front multi-adjustable headrests
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Post-collision safety system
  • Tire pressure monitoring
  • Airbag Deployment Notification*
  • BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Options

Packages

  • Rapid Spec 301A
  • Rapid Spec 300A
  • Rapid Spec 302A

Exterior Options

  • 20-inch Polished Aluminum Wheels w/P255/50R20 A/S BSW Tires
  • Power Liftgate
  • Dual Panel Moonroof
  • Splash Guards
  • Roof Rail Crossbars
  • License Plate Bracket

Interior Options

  • Voice Activated Navigation System
  • Cargo Shade
  • 2nd Row Captain's Chairs
  • All-Weather Floor Mats
  • 2nd Row Console
  • Dual Headrest DVD Entertainment System

Mechanical Options

  • Trailer Tow Package Class III
  • Engine Block Heater

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The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2012 Ford Explorer in WA is:

$146 per month*
* Explanation

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