These are standard specifications for the 2020 Ford Explorer, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
10 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel (standard), AWD |
| Production Years for Series : | 2016 - |
| Weight : | 4345 lbs | 1970.859 kg |
| MPG City : | 17 |
| MPG Highway : | 24 |
| Combined MPG : | 20.00 |
| Introduced At : | 2014 LA Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 365 HP (268.64 KW) |
| Torque : | 380 Ft-Lbs (515 NM) |
| Turbocharged V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3343 cc | 204.0 cu in. | 3.3 L. |
| Bore : | 90.4 mm | 3.559 in. |
| Stroke : | 86.7 mm | 3.413 in. |
| Compression : | 12.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Ignition system : | Coil-on-plug |
| Crankshaft : | Forged steel |
| Pistons : | High-temperature cast aluminum alloy |
| Connecting rods : | Forged steel with cracked caps |
| Turbocharged V 6 60-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 400 HP (294.4 KW) |
| Torque : | 415 Ft-Lbs (563 NM) |
| Bore : | 85.4 mm | 3.362 in. |
| Stroke : | 86.0 mm | 3.386 in. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Direct Fuel Injection | |
| Crankshaft : | Forged steel |
| Pistons : | Cast aluminum |
| Connecting rods : | Forged steel |
10 Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 4.714 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.997 |
| 3rd Gear : | 2.149 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.769 |
| 5th Gear : | 1.521 |
| 6th Gear : | 1.275 |
| 7th Gear : | 1.000 |
| 8th Gear : | 0.853 |
| 9th Gear : | 0.689 |
| 10th Gear : | 0.636 |
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 2020 : | 1,939,334 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | |
Dimension(s)
SUV
| Cargo Volume : | 88 cu. ft. |
| Passenger Volume : | 152.7 cu. ft. |
| Standard Payload : | 600.0 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity : | 18.6 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 7 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.8 in | 5050 mm. |
| Width : | 78.9 in | 2004 mm. |
| Height : | 69.9 in | 1775 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 119.1 in | 3025 mm. |
| Front Track : | 66.9 in | 1699 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 66.9 in | 1699 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 7.9 in | 201 mm. |
| Front Overhang : | 33.7 in | 856 mm. |
| Rear Overhang : | 46.0 in | 1169 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Row Headroom : | 40.7 in | 1034 mm. |
| Second Row Headroom : | 40.5 in | 1029 mm. |
| Third Row Headroom : | 38.9 in | 988 mm. |
| Front Row Legroom : | 43.0 in | 1092 mm. |
| Second Row Legroom : | 39.0 in | 991 mm. |
| Third Row Legroom : | 32.2 in | 818 mm. |
| Front Hip Room : | 59.2 in | 1504 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room : | 59.1 in | 1501 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room : | 61.8 in | 1570 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room : | 61.9 in | 1572 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| MacPherson | |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Wheels : | 18-inch |
| Optional Tires | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 255/55R/20 |
| Tires : | 275/45R/21 |
| Optional Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 18-inch five-spoke sparkle silver-painted aluminum (standard on XLT) |
| Tires : | 20-inch polished aluminum (optional on XLT, standard on Limited) |
| Tires : | 20-inch hand-polished aluminum (optional on Limited) |
| Tires : | 20-inch bright machined-face aluminum (standard on Platinum) |
| Tires : | 21-inch premium aluminum (optional on Platinum) |
Recall
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V735000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying. |
| Consequence | A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S44. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V154000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break. |
| Consequence | Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V575000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, 'Rear Visibility.' |
| Consequence | Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V693000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine and a 10 Speed Automatic Transmission with the All Wheel Drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam. |
| Consequence | Defective drive shafts may fail and cause a loss of connection between the transfer case and rear axle, possibly resulting in a vehicle rollaway when in Park or a loss of drive. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash. The drive shafts can also deform and separate from the driveline and potentially contact the fuel tank, increasing the risk of fuel leaks and/or fire. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S65. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V575000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, 'Rear Visibility.' |
| Consequence | Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V693000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine and a 10 Speed Automatic Transmission with the All Wheel Drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam. |
| Consequence | Defective drive shafts may fail and cause a loss of connection between the transfer case and rear axle, possibly resulting in a vehicle rollaway when in Park or a loss of drive. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash. The drive shafts can also deform and separate from the driveline and potentially contact the fuel tank, increasing the risk of fuel leaks and/or fire. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S65. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V788000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time. |
| Consequence | With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V549000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with second row center seat belt buckles that may not be properly secured to the seat. |
| Consequence | Vehicles with seat belt buckles that are not properly secured may fail to restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the second row center seat assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S50. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V730000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines and 19 gallon fuel tanks. The fuel tank inlet check valve may not be fully welded to the fuel tank shell. |
| Consequence | An incomplete weld securing the inlet check valve to the fuel tank shell could result in a substantial fuel leak during a crash, increasing the risk of fire. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank shell, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S68. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V497000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs. |
| Consequence | If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20181121 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V633000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, 'Head Restraints' and 207, 'Seating Systems.' |
| Consequence | A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20190118 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V859000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20190327 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V575000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The Manual Park Release (MPR) cover may not be installed. In addition, the vehicles may be in Factory Mode, which disables warning alerts and does not display the transmission gear selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 114, 'Theft Prevention' and 102, 'Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect.' |
| Consequence | Without the cover, the MPR lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in Factory Mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install a MPR cover. Dealers will verify the instrument cluster is not in Factory Mode and clear any fault codes, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C06. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20190528 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V687000 |
| Summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L engines. The wiring harness may not have been properly secured and may contact the air conditioner compressor (A/C) pulley, potentially damaging the harness or the A/C belt. |
| Consequence | The A/C pulley may rub through the wiring harness insulation and contact the unfused battery positive wire, resulting in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a tie strap to the wiring harness at the hand shock tower clip, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S32. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2020 Ford Explorer FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2020 Ford Explorer?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2020 Ford Explorer? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer has a wheelbase size of 119.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2020 Ford Explorer? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer has a length of 198.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2020 Ford Explorer? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer has a width of 78.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2020 Ford Explorer have?A: The 2020 Ford Explorer has 40.70 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2020 Ford Explorer have?A: The 2020 Ford Explorer has legroom of 43.00 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2020 Ford Explorer? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer was a SUV.Q: What type of wheels did the 2020 Ford Explorer have? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer had 18-inch wheels.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 2020? A: Ford produced 1,939,334 automobiles in 2020.Q: What engines did the 2020 Ford Explorer have? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer had the following engine options: Turbocharged V 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 365 HP (268.64 KW) and 380 Ft-Lbs (515 NM) Turbocharged V 6 (3343 cc | 204.0 cu in. | 3.3 L.) Turbocharged V 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 400 HP (294.4 KW) and 415 Ft-Lbs (563 NM) Q: What transmission did the 2020 Ford Explorer have? A: The 2020 Ford Explorer had a 10 speed Automatic gearbox.