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2011 Ford Explorer

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Ford Explorer highlights

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5

RepairPal reliability rating

4 out of 5

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 25 highway, 20 combined

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New for 2011

  • The Explorer is available in a new trim called the Base.
  • The Eddie Bauer trim has been discontinued for 2011.
  • Explorer trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera, Blind Spot Monitor, Smart Key, Remote Start, Sony Sound System, and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
  • Panoramic Sunroof, A/C Seat(s), Automated Cruise Control, Automated Parking, and Power Hatch/Deck Lid features are now available as options on select trims.

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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Third Row Seat
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Running Boards
  • Tow Hitch

Drive type

2WD

Engine size

2.0L

Transmission

Automatic

Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.5 out of 5

24 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Above Average

RepairPal gave the Ford Explorer an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Explorer 20th out of 30 among Midsize SUVs.

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