Explorer seats up to seven people and provides lots of versatile cargo-carrying space. In Explorer you’ll also find state-of-the-art technology for your driving convenience and safety.
2015 Ford Explorer has an agile, fluid shape combined with bold styling features such as the signature Ford 3-bar grille treatment.
Travel with the peace of mind you expect in a Ford Explorer, with standard feature such as AdvanceTrac with RSC and trailer sway control, plus available collision warning with brake support, industry-first inflatable rear safety belts, and much more.
Some features on images may vary between optional and standard for different model years. Please consult with our Sales staff and do not base an order on website imagery alone.
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| (in.) | ||
| Wheelbase | 119.1 | |
| Length | 198.8 | St has unique front fascia |
| Height | 69.9 | |
| Width - Excluding Mirrors | 78.9 | |
| Width - Including Mirrors | 89.3 | |
| Width - Mirrors Folded | 82.7 | |
| Front Track | 66.9 | |
| Rear Track | 66.9 | |
| Front Overhang | 33.7 | St has unique front fascia |
| Rear Overhang | 46.9 | |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 21.0 | |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 22.0 | |
| Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees) | 17.1 | |
| Minimum Running Ground Clearance | 7.9 |
| Interior Dimensions | ||
| (in.) | ||
| Head Room - First Row | 40.7/38.9 | Standard moonroof Platinum |
| Head Room - Second Row | 40.5/38.2 | Standard moonroof Platinum |
| Head Room - Third Row | 38.9 | |
| Maximum Leg Room - First Row | 43 | |
| Leg Room - Second Row | 39 | |
| Leg Room - Third Row | 32.2 | |
| Hip Room - First Row | 59.2 | |
| Hip Room - Second Row | 59.1 | |
| Hip Room - Third Row | 40.9 | |
| Shoulder Room - First Row | 61.8 | |
| Shoulder Room - Second Row | 61.9 | |
| Shoulder Room - Third Row | 54.6 |
| Capacities | |||||
| (cu.ft. - unless otherwise noted) | |||||
| Maximum Seating Capacity (occupants) | 7 | ||||
| Passenger Volume | 152.7 | ||||
| Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row | 18.2 | ||||
| Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row | 47.9 | ||||
| Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row | 87.8 | ||||
| Fuel capacity | XLT / Limited
ST / Platinum |
17.9 U.S. gal
20.2 U.S. gal |
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| Base Curb Weight | 4,345 lbs. | ||||
| Capacities: Seating | Explorer | XLT | LIMITED | ST | Platinum |
| Maximum Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Minimum Seating Capacity | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Specifications | |||
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 | 3.3L Hybrid | |
| Drive type | Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive | Intelligent 4WD | Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive |
| Engine type | 2.3L Turbocharged, Direct Injection Ti-VCT EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 | Naturally aspirated V6 |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability |
| Final drive ratio | 3.58:1 | 3.31:1 | 3.58:1 |
| Horsepower (net @ RPM) | 300 @ 5500 rpm* | ST: 400 @500 rpm*
Platinum: 365 @ 5500 rpm* |
318 @ 6500 rpm** |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ RPM) | 310 @ 3500 rpm* | ST: 415 @ 3500 rpm*
Platinum: 380 @ 3500 rpm* |
322 @ 3000 rpm** |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Valve lifters | Direct acting mechanical bucket | Direct acting mechanical bucket | Direct acting mechanical bucket |
| Induction System | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated V6 |
| Fuel delivery | Direct Injection | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Exhaust | Dual exhaust with chrome tips | Quad chrome exhaust tips | Dual Chrome Exhaust tips |
| Engine block type | Cast aluminum | Platinum/ST: Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI) | |
| Cylinder head material | Cast aluminum | Cast aluminum | |
| *Rating achieved using premium fuel **Calculated via combined performance of the engine and electric motor(s) with peak battery power. The calculations utilize SAE J1348® engine results and Ford electric motor dyno testing. Your results may vary. |
| Chassis Specifications | |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut front suspension with 32mm front stabilizer bar |
| Front shocks | Gas-pressurized hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link independent rear suspension with 22mm rear stabilizer bar |
| Rear shocks | Gas-pressurized hydraulic |
| Brakes | Power 4-wheel disc with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) |
| Steering | Electronic Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) |
| Towing Specifications | ||
| Configuration | Axle Ratio | Max. Loaded Trailer Weight |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 RWD | 3.36 | 5,300 lbs. |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 4WD | 3.51 | 5,300 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 4WD | 3.58* | 5,600 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 4WD | 3.16 | 5,600 lbs. |
| 3.3L Hybrid V6 | 3.73** | 5,000 lbs. |
| *ST model only | ||
| **requires optional Class III Trailer Tow Package |
| Vehicle Highlights | |
| Max Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Wheels Available | 18" Painted Aluminum, standard on base
18" Five-Spoke Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum 20" Polished aluminum 20" Hand polished aluminum 20" Machined aluminum 21" Aluminum wheels 20" Bright machined-face aluminum 21" Premium aluminum |
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