2016 Ford Explorer
The 2016 Ford Explorer is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5 L 6-cyl and 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 22 MPG (best: 10.7 L/100 km).
Model year2016
Versions7
ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD FFV | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 17 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 452 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 428 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 23 / 19 | 12.4 | 474 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 22 / 18 | 13.1 | 490 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD FFV | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 16 / 23 / 19 | 12.4 | 474 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer FWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 27 / 22 | 10.7 | 410 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer FWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 452 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2016 Ford Explorer.