What Changed

The 2009 Explorer adds trailer sway control as a standard feature.

Comparison to Prior Model

2009 Ford Explorer 2008 Ford Explorer
2009 Ford Explorer 2008 Ford Explorer
Price Range ($) $26,995 - $37,705 $26,010 - $36,090
Length (in) 193.4 193.4
Wheelbase (in) 113.7 113.7
Width (in) 73.7 73.7
Height (in) 72.8 72.8
Track (in) 60.9 60.9
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 496.2 496.2
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4455-4719 4436-4702
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 79.3 (First 2 rows)
  • 114.2
  • 79.3 (First 2 rows)
  • 114.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 106.3 (First 2 rows)
  • 146.4
  • 106.3 (First 2 rows)
  • 146.4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 43.9 (Behind row 2)
  • 13.6
  • 43.9 (Behind row 2)
  • 13.6
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 4.0l V6 (210-bhp)
  • 4.6l V8 (292-bhp)
  • 4.0l V6 (210-bhp)
  • 4.6l V8 (292-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A6 A5, A6
City MPG 13-15 13-14
Highway MPG 19-21 19-20
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