2023 Ford Explorer
The 2023 Ford Explorer is listed in 17 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo, 3.3 L 6-cyl and 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 27 MPG (best: 8.7 L/100 km).
Model year2023
Versions17
ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DrivePart-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer AWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 27 / 23 | 10.2 | 387 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 26 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 445 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 454 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer AWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 451 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer FFV AWD | 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer HEV AWD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 26 / 25 | 9.4 | 361 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer HEV RWD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 27 / 28 / 27 | 8.7 | 324 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer Platinum HEV AWD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 10-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 24 / 23 | 10.2 | 379 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer Platinum HEV RWD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 26 / 26 | 9.0 | 342 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 28 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer RWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 28 / 23 | 10.2 | 385 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 438 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer RWD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 428 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 21 / 20 | 11.8 | 445 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Explorer Timberline AWD | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 22 / 21 | 11.2 | 433 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
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 2023 Ford Explorer.