Ford Explorer I

The Ford Explorer I (1991–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States.
Model codes: UN46 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,432–4,681 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm |
| Height | 1,709–1,735 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,593–2,842 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)
3,388 complaints for model years 1991–1994. 299 crashes · 258 fires · 396 injuries · 29 deaths
- Tyres 762
- Brakes 465
- Transmission and drivetrain 151
- Engine 147
- Body and structure 142
- Suspension 119
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 6 versions of the Ford Explorer I
United States 6 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1995(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1991–1994(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1991–1993(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1991–1993(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 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.





