Ford Explorer III
The Ford Explorer III (2002–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: U152 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,813 mm |
| Width | – | 1,831 mm |
| Height | – | 1,814 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,888–2,891 mm |
| Electric | ||
| Range (EPA/NRCan) | 61 km EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
6,225 complaints for model years 2002–2005. 284 crashes · 88 fires · 341 injuries · 8 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 2,087
- Body and structure 1,261
- Suspension 308
- Electrical system 236
- Steering 110
- Engine 97
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 13 versions of the Ford Explorer III
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United States 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2006CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2004–2005CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 2002–2005FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 2002–2005FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 2002–2005CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2003–2005CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 2002SOHC, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2002SOHC | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 2002SOHC | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2002AWD, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005Sport utility vehicle | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 15.1–15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 347–359 g/km |
| 2004–2005Sport utility vehicle | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | 20.2–20.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 323–325 g/km |
| 2002–2005Sport utility vehicle | 4.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 15.8–16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 363–380 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.