2012 Ford Explorer review
Ford Explorer highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 23 highway, 19 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Ford Explorer?
- Explorer trims have been upgraded with Rear Air Conditioning, Turbo Charged Engine, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
- The XLT trim now comes with Sync System as standard equipment.
- The Base trim now comes with Sync System as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Ford Explorer an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Explorer 23rd out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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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 Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Sync System
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Sync System
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
240
Torque (ft-lbs)
270
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
18.6
Wheelbase
112.6"
Overall length
197.1"
Width
78.9"
Height
70.4"
Leg room
F 40.6"/M 39.8"/R 33.2"
Head room
F 41.4"/M 40.5"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P245/65R17
Rear tires
P245/65R17
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
300/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Ford Explorer FAQ
The 2012 Ford Explorer is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Limited: 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- XLT: 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The Ford Explorer received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford Explorer as 22 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2012 Ford Explorer has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Ford Explorer, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Ford Explorer Reviews.
The 2012 Ford Explorer has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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