Compare 2009 Ford Explorer - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $28,470 | $29,155 | $31,215 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $26,458 | $27,260 | $29,498 |
| Destination | $815 | $745 | $775 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Manual | Manual |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | Optional | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Overhead Console | Full With Storage | Mini With Storage | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Delay | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | Power | N/A |
| Air Compressor | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 8 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 8-way Power | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 65-35 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Fixed |
| 3rd Row Seats | 50-50 Split-bench | N/A | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Premium Cloth | Cloth |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Manual | N/A | Manual |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 Performance | 6 |
| Amplifier | Optional | 275W | N/A |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Safety Canopy System(TM) | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | N/A | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | SecuriLock(R) | PASSLock | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | THEFTLOCK | THEFTLOCK |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | Black |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Body-colored | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Flip-up | Flip-up | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Spoiler | N/A | N/A | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Roof Rails | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P235/70SR16.0 OWL AS | P245/65SR17.0 BSW AS | P245/70SR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Painted Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Fender Flares | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.0L V-6 | 4.2L I-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | All Wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Comfort | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Brand Name | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Trailing Arm | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Brand Name | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | AdvanceTrac(R) W/Roll Stability Control(R) | StabiliTrak | Stabilitrak |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | N/A | Tap Shift |
| Transmission | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.55 | 3.42 | 3.16 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 193.4 " | 191.8 " | 205.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.7 " | 74.7 " | 78.4 " |
| Exterior Height | 71.9 " | 75.5 " | 70.4 " |
| Engine | 4.0L V-6 | 4.2L I-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 210 @ 5,100 Rpm | 285 @ 6,000 Rpm | 281 @ 6,300 Rpm |
| Torque | 254 @ 3,700 Rpm | 276 @ 4,600 Rpm | 266 @ 3,400 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 14 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 20 Mpg | 20 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.7 Seconds | 7.3 Seconds | 7.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.8 Seconds | 15.4 Seconds | 15.7 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 80 Mph | 93 Mph | 82 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .7 | .8 | .7 |
| Slalom Speed | 56 Mph | 57 Mph | 54 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.95/3.32 " | 3.66/4.02 " | 3.70/3.37 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,460 Lbs. | 4,356 Lbs. | 5,066 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,110 Lbs. | 5,550 Lbs. | 6,459 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 2,860 Lbs. | 2,950 Lbs. | 3,197 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,340 Lbs. | 3,200 Lbs. | 3,527 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,520 Lbs. | 1,194 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 3,500 Lbs. | 5,400 Lbs. | 2,000 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 8,500 Lbs. | 10,000 Lbs. | 9,698 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 " | 113.0 " | 118.9 " |
| Front Track | 60.9 " | 63.1 " | 67.8 " |
| Rear Track | 61.8 " | 62.1 " | 67.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.4 '' | 18.2 '' | 20.2 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 7.8 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .41 | N/A | .36 |
| Front Legroom | 42.4 " | 46.9 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 " | 37.0 " | 36.8 " |
| Third Row Legroom | 34.9 " | N/A | 33.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.8 " | 40.2 " | 40.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.7 " | 39.6 " | 39.4 " |
| Third Row Headroom | 37.4 " | N/A | 37.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.4 " | 56.0 " | 59.1 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 55.5 " | 58.2 " | 57.8 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | 45.3 " | N/A | 48.3 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.0 " | 58.5 " | 62.0 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.9 " | 58.5 " | 61.3 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 53.1 " | N/A | 57.6 " |
| Luggage Volume | 45.1 Cu.ft. | 43.7 Cu.ft. | 24.4 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 85.8 Cu.ft. | 80.1 Cu.ft. | 116.4 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 106 Cu.ft. | N/A | 154 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 22.5 Gal. | 22.0 Gal. | 22.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | acceptable | poor | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | poor | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | acceptable | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | acceptable | good |
| Overall Front | good | acceptable | good |
| Overall Side | acceptable | marginal | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | acceptable | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | marginal | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | marginal | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | acceptable | poor | good |
