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Vehicle Highlights
MPG: City 17/Hwy 23 Max Seating: 7
Doors: 4 Engine: V6, 3.5 Liter
Drivetrain: 4WD Transmission: Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift
EPA Class: Sport Utility Vehicles Body Style: Sport Utility
Country of Origin: United States Country of Assembly: United States
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Exterior Colors Availability MFG Code
Black 
(N/A After 12/1/2011)
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [UA ]
Black, Tuxedo Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [UH]
Blue, Dark Pearl Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [DX]
Bronze, Golden Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [JQ]
Cinnamon, Metallic 
(Req's Interior Color-W or L)
Available [HT]
Ginger Ale, Metallic 
(Req's Interior Color-W or L)
Available [JY]
Grey, Sterling Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [UJ]
Red, Candy Tinted Metallic 
(Req's Interior Color-W or L)
Available [RZ]
Silver, Ingot Metallic 
(Req's Interior Color-W or L)
Available [UX]
White, Platinum Tricoat Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
Available [UG]
White, Suede 
(Req's Interior Color-L)
Available [WS]
Interior Colors Availability MFG Code
Black, Charcoal 
(N/A w/Exterior Color-WS) (First Character Refers to Seats)
Available [*W]
Stone, Medium Light 
(Req's an Exterior Color) (First Character Refers to Seats)
Available [*L]
Emissions Equipment Availability MFG Code
Emission Equipment, California/Cross-Border States 
(Req'd in CA, CT, MA, ME, MD, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT & WA) (Optional for Cross-Border States) (Cross-Border States are AZ, DE, ID, NH, NM, NV, OH, UT, VA & WV)
Available [422]
Emission Equipment Exemption, California 
(Req's Emission Equipment Override-423) (Available Only on Units Sold to Authorized Governmental Units & Privately Owned Ambulance Companies)
Available [936]
Emission Equipment Override, California 
(N/A in ME, RI or VT ex When in Combo w/Emission Equipment Exemption-936)
Available [423]
Emission Equipment Override, Non-California/Cross-Border States Dealers 
(Req's Emission Equipment-422)
Available [93N]
Engine Availability MFG Code
V6, 3.5 Liter  Standard [998]
Transmission Availability MFG Code
Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift 
(Available & Included Only w/Trailer Tow Pkg-52T)
Available [44C]
Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift  Standard [44J]
Mandatory Equipment Packages Availability MFG Code
Equipment Group 
[Includes] Equipment Group-201A Plus Comfort Pkg Which Consists of Power Passenger's Seat Adjuster, Upgraded Power Driver's Seat Adjuster & Leather Surfaced Heated Bucket Seats.
Available [205A]
Equipment Group 
(See Std Equipment Listing)
Standard [200A]
Equipment Group 
(Std w/Equipment Group-205A) [Includes] Dual-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning; Driver Connect Pkg Which Consists of SYNC Communications & Entertainment System w/MyFord Touch, Voice Activation System, 911 Assist, Vehicle Health Reports, Traffic Reports, Directions & Information Services w/3-yrs of Service & (2) Driver Configurable LCD Displays, (2) USB Ports, Audio/Video Input Jack & SD Memory Card Reader; Inside Automatic Day/Night Mirror; R/V Camera & Premium Radio System.
Available [201A]
Equipment Group 
(Late Availability)
[Includes] Comfort Pkg Which Consists of Power Passenger's & Upgraded Power Driver's Seat Adjusters & Leather Surfaced Heated Bucket Seats; Inside Automatic Day/Night Mirror; R/V Camera & Premium Radio System.
Available [204A]
Accessory Equipment Packages Availability MFG Code
Trailer Tow Pkg, Class III 
(N/A w/Equipment Group-303A) (Req's 998 3.5L Engine) [Includes] Auto Trans-44C, 4-Pin & 7-Pin Connectors, Engine Oil Cooler & Tire Mobility Kit.
Available [52T]
Comfort and Convenience Availability MFG Code
Liftgate Release, Power 
(Std w/Equipment Group-301A, 302A & 303A) (Req's Equipment Group-201A, 204A or 205A on XLT)
Available [18P]
Entertainment and Instrumentation Availability MFG Code
Communication & Entertainment System, SYNC w/Voice Activation, 911 Assist & Vehicle Health Reports  Standard  
Entertainment System, (Installed by Dealer) 
[Includes] (2) DVD Players, (2) Wireless Headphones, (2) LCD Monitors & Remote Control.
Available [50R]
Navigation System, Voice Activated w/Touch Screen 
(Std w/Equipment Group-301A, 302A & 303A) (Req's Equipment Group-205A on XLT) [Includes] SD Card for Map & POI Storage & Sirius Travel Link w/6-mos of Service.
Available [61N]
Radio Equipment, Sirius Feature 
[Includes] 6-mos of Service.
Standard [85B]
Safety and Security Availability MFG Code
Blind-Spot Information System w/Cross Traffic Alert 
(Std w/Equipment Group-302A & 303A) (Req's Equipment Group-201A, 204A or 205A on XLT) [Includes] Inflatable Second Row Seat Belts.
Available [67B]
Parking Sensors, Rear  Standard [76R]
Seats Availability MFG Code
Seats, Leather Surfaced Heated Bucket 
(Available & Included Only w/Equipment Group-204A & 205A on XLT) (Last Character Refers to Interior Color)
Available [B*]
Seats, Unique Cloth Bucket 
(Last Character Refers to Interior Color)
Standard [8*]
Interior Availability MFG Code
Floor Mats, All Weather F&R  Available [16N]
Roof and Glass Availability MFG Code
Moon Roof, Dual Panel 
(Req's Equipment Group-201A or 205A on XLT)
Available [439]
Lighting and Mirrors Availability MFG Code
Lights, Daytime Running 
(N/A w/Equipment Group-302A or 303A)
Available [942]
Exterior Availability MFG Code
Bracket, Front License Plate  Available [153]
Mud Guards, (Installed by Dealer)  Available [50M]
Cargo and Towing Availability MFG Code
Cargo Cover, (Installed by Dealer)  Available [60T]
Roof Rail Crossbars, (Installed by Dealer)  Available [50N]
Wheels Availability MFG Code
Wheels, Polished Aluminum 
(Req's 998 3.5L Engine) (Req's Equipment Group-201A, 204A or 205A on XLT) (Req's Equipment Group-301A, 302A or 303A on Limited) [Includes] P255/50R20 BSW Tires.
Available [642]
Tires Availability MFG Code
P245/60R18 BSW  Standard  
P255/50R20 BSW 
(Available & Included Only w/Wheels-642 on XLT)
Available  
Incentives Availability MFG Code
Supplemental Customer Incentive, Military Cash (Expires 1-2-14) 
(Available to Active Military Personnel, National Guard or Reservists) (Incentive Combinations & Availability May Be Restricted by Regional or Fleet Rules & Other Factors -- See Dealer for Details)
Available  
Powertrain
Engine V6, 3.5 Liter
Horsepower 290 @ 6500 RPM
Torque 255 @ 4000 RPM
Gas Mileage City 17/Hwy 23
Bore x Stroke 3.64 x 3.41
Compression Ratio 10.8
Fuel Type Gas
Fuel Induction Sequential Fuel Induction
Valve Train Dual Overhead Cam
Valves Per Cylinder 4
Total Number Valves 24
Transmission Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift
Drivetrain 4WD
Transfer Case -
Dimensions
Fuel Capacity 18.6 gallons
Wheel Base 112.6 inches
Overall Length 197.1 inches
Width with Mirrors 90.2 inches
Width without Mirrors 78.9 inches
Height 71.0 inches
Curb Weight 4731 lbs.
Tires / Wheel Size P245/60R18
Rear Tires / Wheel Size -
Turning Radius -
Standard Axle Ratio 3.39
Minimum Ground Clearance 7.6 inches
Maximum Ground Clearance -
Maximum GVWR -
Maximum Towing 5000 lbs.
Payload Base Capacity -
Head Room: Front 39.1 inches
Head Room: Rear 37.8 inches
Leg Room: Front 40.6 inches
Leg Room: Rear 33.2 inches
Shoulder Room: Front 61.3 inches
Shoulder Room: Rear 50.8 inches
EPA Passenger 151.7 cu.ft.
EPA Trunk or Cargo 80.7 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior -
Truck Bed Volume -
 
Safety
Standard Airbag Driver
Passenger
Front Head Curtain
Front Side
Rear Head Curtain
Child Door Locks Standard
Engine Immobilizer Standard
Traction Control -
Communication System -
 
Warranty Information
Basic 3 years or 36000 miles
Powertrain 5 years or 60000 miles
Corrosion/Rust Thru 5 years with Unlimited miles
Roadside Assistance Program 5 years or 60000 miles
Non-Transferable Powertrain -
Hybrid Components -

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