Specs
Research 2003 Ford Explorer specs for the trims available. Choose the desired trim / style from the dropdown list to see the corresponding specs.
XLS 4dr 114" WB 4.0L XLS
Brakes
Brake Type |
Pwr |
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) |
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Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
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Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) |
11.85 x 0.37 |
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) |
12.01 x 0.37 |
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes |
Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes |
Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
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Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel |
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) |
48.3 |
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) |
- TBD - |
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) |
48.6 |
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³) |
86.2 |
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) |
44.5 |
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³) |
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Cargo Volume to Seat 4 (ft³) |
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Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) |
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Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) |
41.4 |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) |
73.5 |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in) |
- TBD - |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 4 (in) |
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Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) |
45.3 |
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) |
7.8 |
Doors
Electrical
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
130 |
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd) |
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Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
650 |
Maximum Alternator Watts |
1950 |
Engine
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
210 @ 5100 |
Displacement |
4.0L/245 |
Fuel System |
SEFI |
Engine Oil Cooler |
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SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
254 @ 3700 |
Engine Order Code |
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Engine Type |
Gas/Ethanol V6 |
Exterior Dimensions
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) |
72.1 |
Step Up Height - Side (in) |
- TBD - |
Step Up Height - Front (in) |
- TBD - |
Side Door Opening Width (in) |
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Side Door Opening Height (in) |
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Rear Door Opening Width (in) |
48.3 |
Rear Door Opening Height (in) |
33.6 |
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) |
8.5 |
Ground Clearance, Front (in) |
8.5 |
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) |
30.7 |
Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in) |
44.1 |
Overhang, Front (in) |
31.6 |
Height, Overall (in) |
71.4 |
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) |
189.5 |
Wheelbase (in) |
113.8 |
Frame
Fuel Tank
Aux Fuel Tank Location |
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Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) |
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Fuel Tank Location |
Midship |
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) |
22.5 |
Interior Dimensions
Third Shoulder Room (in) |
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Passenger Capacity |
7 |
Passenger Capacity |
5 |
Third Hip Room (in) |
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Second Leg Room (in) |
35.9 |
Second Shoulder Room (in) |
58.9 |
Second Hip Room (in) |
54.2 |
Third Head Room (in) |
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Third Leg Room (in) |
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Second Head Room (in) |
38.9 |
Front Hip Room (in) |
55.0 |
Front Shoulder Room (in) |
59.1 |
Front Leg Room (in) |
42.4 |
Front Head Room (in) |
39.9 |
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) |
21 |
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) |
15 |
Steering
Steering Type |
Power Rack & Pinion |
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) |
38.4 |
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) |
36.8 |
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center |
18.9 |
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock |
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Summary
Vehicle Name |
Ford Explorer |
Body Code |
114" WB |
Body Style |
4 Door |
Suspension
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) |
- TBD - |
Suspension Type - Front |
Coil spring |
Suspension Type - Rear |
Coil spring |
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) |
- TBD - |
Axle Type - Front |
Independent SLA |
Axle Type - Rear |
Independent SLA |
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) |
2800 |
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) |
3600 |
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front |
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Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear |
3.73 |
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear |
3.55 |
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) |
32.00 |
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) |
32.00 |
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) |
1.34 |
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) |
.77 |
Tires
Spare Tire Order Code |
- TBD - |
Spare Tire Order Code |
T65 |
Rear Tire Order Code |
- TBD - |
Rear Tire Order Code |
T65 |
Front Tire Order Code |
- TBD - |
Front Tire Order Code |
T65 |
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) |
1460 |
Front Tire Capacity (lbs) |
1460 |
Spare Tire Size |
P235/70R16 |
Spare Tire Size |
P255/70R16 |
Rear Tire Size |
P235/70R16 |
Rear Tire Size |
P255/70R16 |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare |
- TBD - |
Front Tire Size |
P235/70R16 |
Front Tire Size |
P255/70R16 |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear |
- TBD - |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front |
720 |
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front |
- TBD - |
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) |
1460 |
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) |
328 |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) |
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Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) |
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Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) |
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Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) |
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Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) |
580 |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) |
5000 |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) |
3280 |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) |
500 |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) |
5800 |
Transmission
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) |
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Transfer Case Power Take Off |
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Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low |
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Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High |
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Transfer Case Model |
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Trans PTO Access |
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Trans Power Take Off |
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Clutch Size (in) |
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Reverse Ratio (:1) |
3.07 |
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) |
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Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) |
0.75 |
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) |
1.00 |
Third Gear Ratio (:1) |
1.55 |
Second Gear Ratio (:1) |
2.44 |
First Gear Ratio (:1) |
3.25 |
Trans Description Cont. Again |
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Trans Description Cont. |
Automatic w/OD |
Trans Type |
5 |
Trans Order Code |
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Drivetrain |
Rear Wheel Drive |
Vehicle
Weight Information
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) |
5420 |
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) |
7700 |
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) |
10240 |
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) |
2046 |
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) |
2240 |
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) |
3000 |
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) |
2735 |
Wheels
Spare Wheel Size (in) |
16 x 7 |
Front Wheel Material |
Steel |
Spare Wheel Material |
Steel |
Rear Wheel Material |
Steel |
Rear Wheel Size (in) |
16 x 7 |
Front Wheel Size (in) |
16 x 7 |