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Those seeking a versatile mid-size vehicle that merges the most desirable functional elements of an SUV and a crossover with exceptional style, comfort and segment-leading fuel economy will find plenty to praise about the 2011 Ford Explorer lineup.
Hard-core off-roaders are still likely to prefer conventional body-on-frame vehicles like the Nissan Pathfinder and Toyota 4Runner – or unit-body alternatives like the Dodge Durango or Jeep Grand Cherokee that offer a dual-range 4WD system. Anyone needing to tow more than 5,000 pounds or wanting a rear-seat DVD entertainment system also should look elsewhere
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Price | $5,478 | $4,780 | $5,137 | $5,056 | |
KBB.com Rating | 3.7 | 3.4 | 3.8 | 3.4 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.2 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.0 | |
Fuel Economy | City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG | City 23/Hwy 28/Comb 25 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 22/Hwy 27/Comb 24 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 290 @ 6500 RPM | 148 @ 6000 RPM | 176 @ 6000 RPM | 170 @ 6000 RPM | |
Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | |
Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | AWD |