Ford Explorer Sport second generation

Ford Explorer Sport second generation
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The Ford Explorer Sport second generation (1995–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: UN105 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,536–4,844 mm
Width1,783 mm
Height1,702–1,735 mm
Wheelbase2,583–2,835 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

708 complaints for model years 1997–2003. 53 crashes · 52 fires · 73 injuries · 9 deaths

  • Transmission and drivetrain 69
  • Body and structure 66
  • Seats 57
  • Electrical system 41
  • Locks and latches 39
  • Speed control 39

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Ford Explorer Sport second generation

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2003CLKUP4.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2001–2003CLKUP4.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA325–345 g/km
2001–20034.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km
2001–20034.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2002SOHC4.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2001FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP4.0 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2001FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP4.0 LFlex fuel (E85)5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2003Sport utility vehicle4.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic15.1–15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle347–359 g/km
2002–2003Sport utility vehicle4.0 LPetrol5-speed manual15.4–15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle354–357 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.