2025 Ford Explorer Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2025 Ford Explorer (20–24 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.0 L; 4-cyl, 2.3 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,800–$3,350
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 | 394 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20–21 | $3,200–$3,350 | 428–439 g/mi |
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 | 377 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | 420–425 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer AWD | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Explorer AWD | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Explorer AWD | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Explorer RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Explorer RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Explorer RWD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2025 Ford Explorer?
According to EPA data, the 2025 Ford Explorer is rated at 20–24 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2025 Ford Explorer have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2025 Ford Explorer use?
It uses Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2025 Ford Explorer?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,800 to $3,350.