Ford Explorer V
The Ford Explorer V (2011–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 18 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: U502
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,010 mm RDW | 5,010–5,040 mm TC | 5,006 mm |
| Width | 2,290 mm RDW | 2,000 mm TC | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,790 mm RDW | 1,770–1,790 mm TC | 1,788 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm RDW | 2,860–2,870 mm TC | 2,860 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,700 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,700 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,913 kg RDW | 2,067–2,146 kg TC | 1,989–2,223 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,013 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,808 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,622 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 7 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | – | – | 353–563 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/55R20
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012: ★★★★☆ · 2013–2019: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
12,961 complaints for model years 2011–2019. 243 crashes · 60 fires · 354 injuries · 3 deaths
- Steering 3,318
- Body and structure 2,984
- Engine 1,623
- Transmission and drivetrain 789
- Electrical system 781
- Fuel system 468
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 18 versions of the Ford Explorer V
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European Union 3 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3.0 L | 267 kW (363 PS) | Plug-in hybrid | 82 g/km | 34 |
| 2019 | 2.3 L | 206 kW (280 PS) | Petrol | 287 g/km | 20 |
| 2016 | 3.5 L | 216 kW (294 PS) | Petrol | 299 g/km | 16 |
United States 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2019SIDI | 2.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 254–255 g/km |
| 2016–2019SIDI | 2.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263–267 g/km |
| 2011–2019 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276–282 g/km |
| 2013–2019FFV | 3.5 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 280–283 g/km |
| 2013–2019FFV | 3.5 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 293–300 g/km |
| 2013–2019SIDI | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 302–311 g/km |
| 2012–2019 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291–298 g/km |
| 2012–2015SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240–245 g/km |
| 2011 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2019Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 2.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.8–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–267 g/km |
| 2013–2019Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.9–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 274–311 g/km |
| 2013–2019Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 3.5 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | 15.9–17.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 254–288 g/km |
| 2015Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239 g/km |
| 2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235 g/km |
| 2011–2012Sport utility vehicle | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.4–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–285 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.