Ford Explorer MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Ford Explorer model year from 1991 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Explorer has been offered with 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl powertrains; the most efficient version is the 2020 (up to 28 MPG combined). Electric versions are shown in MPGe — a different unit, listed separately from gas MPG. All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Ford Explorer fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 19–23 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $49,085 | 37 listings |
| 2026 | 19–24 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $48,175 | 39,977 listings |
| 2025 | 20–24 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $40,494 | 3,961 listings |
| 2024 | 20–24 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $31,995 | 1,392 listings |
| 2023 | 20–27 MPG | 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $31,500 | 5,266 listings |
| 2022 | 19–27 MPG | 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $28,995 | 3,573 listings |
| 2021 | 19–27 MPG | 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $24,595 | 1,979 listings |
| 2020 | 19–28 MPG | 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | $22,494 | 3,173 listings |
| 2019 | 18–22 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | $18,746 | 977 listings |
| 2018 | 18–22 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | $16,745 | 1,759 listings |
| 2017 | 18–22 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | $14,600 | 1,838 listings |
| 2016 | 18–22 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | $12,995 | 1,177 listings |
| 2015 | 18–23 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | $10,995 | 687 listings |
| 2014 | 18–23 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 18–23 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 19–23 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 19–20 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 15–17 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 15–17 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 15–16 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 15–16 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 15–16 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 14–16 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 15–16 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 15–16 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 14–17 MPG · 39 MPGe | Electric, 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 15–17 MPG · 39 MPGe | Electric, 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 15–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 14–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 14–17 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 14–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 14–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 15–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 15–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 16–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 15–17 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1991 | 16–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2027 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2027 Explorer was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG. Used 2027 models currently list for a median of $49,085 on VehiSales (37 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer Tremor AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer Tremor AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2026 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2026 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $48,175 on VehiSales (39,977 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer Tremor AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer Tremor AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2025 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2025 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $40,494 on VehiSales (3,961 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2024 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2024 Explorer was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $31,995 on VehiSales (1,392 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 22 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2023 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2023 Explorer was EPA-rated in 17 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 27 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $31,500 on VehiSales (5,266 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| Explorer Platinum HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 25 | 26 | 26 MPG |
| Explorer HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 23 | 26 | 25 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer Platinum HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 23 | 24 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 22 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 21 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2022 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2022 Explorer was EPA-rated in 15 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 27 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $28,995 on VehiSales (3,573 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| Explorer Platinum HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 25 | 26 | 26 MPG |
| Explorer HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 23 | 26 | 25 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer Platinum HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 23 | 24 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 22 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 21 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
2021 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2021 Explorer was EPA-rated in 10 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 27 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $24,595 on VehiSales (1,979 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| Explorer HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 23 | 26 | 25 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2020 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2020 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 28 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $22,494 on VehiSales (3,173 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer HEV RWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 27 | 29 | 28 MPG |
| Explorer HEV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 23 | 26 | 25 MPG |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2019 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2019 Explorer was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $18,746 on VehiSales (977 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2018 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2018 Explorer was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $16,745 on VehiSales (1,759 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2017 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2017 Explorer was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $14,600 on VehiSales (1,838 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2016 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2016 Explorer was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $12,995 on VehiSales (1,177 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2015 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2015 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 23 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $10,995 on VehiSales (687 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2014 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2014 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2013 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2013 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2012 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2012 Explorer was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2011 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2011 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2010 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2010 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
2009 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2009 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
2008 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2008 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
2007 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2007 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.6L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2006 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2006 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
2005 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2005 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2004 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2004 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2003 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2003 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2002 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2002 Explorer was EPA-rated in 9 versions (Electric, 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG; electric version rated at 39 MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer USPS Electric | Electric | — | Electricity | 45 | 33 | 39 MPGe · 38 mi range |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2001 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2001 Explorer was EPA-rated in 9 versions (Electric, 4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 17 MPG; electric version rated at 39 MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer USPS Electric | Electric | — | Electricity | 45 | 33 | 39 MPGe · 38 mi range |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer USPS 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer USPS 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer USPS 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer USPS 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2000 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 2000 Explorer was EPA-rated in 8 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
1999 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1999 Explorer was EPA-rated in 7 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1998 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1998 Explorer was EPA-rated in 8 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1997 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1997 Explorer was EPA-rated in 8 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1996 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1996 Explorer was EPA-rated in 6 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1995 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1995 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
1994 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1994 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
1993 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1993 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
1992 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1992 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
1991 Ford Explorer: engines & MPG
The 1991 Explorer was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Explorer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Explorer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Ford Explorer get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Explorer range from 16 to 28 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2020 model year.
What powertrains does the 2027 Ford Explorer have?
The 2027 Explorer was EPA-rated with 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl powertrains — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Ford Explorer require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric Explorer?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid and electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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