2012 Ford Explorer Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Automatic

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Automatic Manual

Engine Type

Gas V6

MPG (City/Highway)

18/25

Safety Ratings

MSRP

$28,280

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Summary

The 2012 Ford Explorer Base comes equipped with a powerful 3.5L V-6 290hp engine, paired with a smooth 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Safety is a top priority with 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, and a Safety Canopy System that includes overhead airbags for all three rows. The spacious interior offers air conditioning for comfort, 17″ steel wheels for durability, and convenient features like cruise control. The Explorer Base also boasts ABS and driveline traction control, as well as AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control for enhanced electronic stability.

2012 Ford Explorer Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Automatic price

Invoice price

$26,837

Delivery charges

$825

MSRP

$28,280

Total price

$29,105

This is the basic version without any options added, check the Window Sticker for more accurate package and detailed information.

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2012 Ford Explorer Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Automatic warranty

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Months: 36

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Miles: 36,000

Corrosion perforation (months/miles)

Months: 60

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Months: 60

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Miles: 60,000

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2012 Ford Explorer Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Automatic Colors

Interior Colors
Medium Light Stone w/Cloth Bucket Seats
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Exterior Colors
Dark Pearl Blue Metallic
Tuxedo Black Metallic
Black
Ingot Silver Metallic
White Suede...
Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
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Engine

Type Gas V6
Engine Size 3.50 l
Cylinders Configuration V6
Displacement 3,500 cc
Compressor Intercooled Turbo
Drive Type FWD
Horsepower 290 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque 270 lb.ft @ 3,000 rpm
Engine Location Front
Valves 24
Compression 9.3
Stroke 3.41 in
Bore 3.64 in

Fuel

Type Gasoline
Tank Capacity 18.60 gal

Mileage

EPA City Economy 18
EPA Highway Economy 25
EPA Combined Economy 21
Cruising Range City 316.20 mi
Cruising Range Highway 427.80 mi

Transmission

Type
Automatic
Number Of Speeds
6
Description
6 Speed Automatic
First Gear Ratio
4.48
Second Gear Ratio
2.87
Third Gear Ratio
1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio
1.41
Fifth Gear Ratio
1
Sixth Gear Ratio
0.74
Reverse Gear Ratio
2.88
Final Drive Axle Ratio
3.39
Transfer Case Gear Ratio High 1

Powertrain

Doors

Doors 4

Seating

Number Of Seats 7
Max Seating Capacity 7

Wheels

Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Front Wheel Size 20 x -TBD- in
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size 20 x -TBD- in
Spare Wheel Material Steel

Exterior dimensions

Overall Length 197.09 in
Overall Width 78.90 in
Max Width Without Mirrors 78.90 in
Overall Height 70.39 in
Track Width Front 67 in
Track Width Rear 67 in
Wheelbase 112.60 in

Interior dimensions

Passenger Volume 151.70 cu.ft
Front Head Room 41.40 in
Rear Head Room 40.50 in
Third Row Head Room 37.80 in
Front Shoulder Room 61.30 in
Rear Shoulder Room 61 in
Third Row Shoulder Room 50.80 in
Third Row Hip Room 40.70 in
Front Leg Room 40.60 in
Rear Leg Room 39.80 in
Third Row Leg Room 33.20 in
Cargo Volume 21 cu.ft
Max Cargo Volume 81 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat1 80.70 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat2 43.80 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat3 21 cu.ft

Weights

Curb Weight Base 4,732 lb

Steering

Type Power Rack & Pinion
Overall Ratio 15.8
Turning Diameter Curb To Curb 38.90 ft
Turning Radius Curb To Curb 19.45 ft

Trailering

Max Tongue Dead Weight Hitch 200 lb
Max Trailer Dead Weight Hitch 2,000 lb
Max Tongue Weigth Distributing Hitch 300 lb
Max Trailer Weigth Distributing Hitch 2,000 lb

Braking

Type Power
Primary Abs System 4-Wheel
Front Disc Yes
Rear Disc Yes

Tires

Front Tire Size P255/50R20
Rear Tire Size P255/50R20
Spare Tire Size Compact
Spare Tire Size Compact
Type All-Season

Suspensions

Front Type Macpherson Strut
Front Type Extended W/Coil Springs
Rear Type Multi-Link
Rear Type Extended W/Coil Springs

Emissions

Greenhouse Gas Score 4
Air Pollution Score 5

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  • Recall Date 09/22/2021

    Campaign ID; 21V746000

    Component Suspension

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2011-2013 Explorer Vehicles Originally Sold, Or Currently Registered In Connecticut, Delaware, The District Of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, And Wisconsin. These Vehicles May Be Equipped With A Cross-Axis Ball Joint (Cabj) Replacement Part That Could Seize, And Result In A Fracture Of The Outboard Section Of The Rear Suspension Toe Link.

    Recall Consequences

    A Rear Toe Link Fracture Can Result In A Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealer Will Inspect For The Presence Of A Cabj. If A Cabj Of Any Design Is Found, The Dealer Will Inspect The Tightness Of The Cabj, And Replace The Cabj, Knuckle, And/Or Toe Link As Necessary, Free Of Charge. Interim Notification Letters Were Mailed November 10, 2021. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed On March 17, 2022. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 21S43.

  • Recall Date 06/10/2019

    Campaign ID; 19V435000

    Component Suspension

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2011-2017 Explorer Vehicles. The Rear Suspension Toe Links May Fracture Due To Stress On The Rear Suspension.

    Recall Consequences

    A Fractured Rear Toe Link Will Cause A Sudden Change In Vehicle Handling And Increase The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Rear Suspension Toe Links, And Inspect Both Rear Toe Link Ball Joints, Replacing The Rear Wheel Knuckle(S), If Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began June 26, 2019. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 19S17.

  • Recall Date 08/28/2017

    Campaign ID; 17E048000

    Component Wheels

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Wheel Hub Bearing Assemblies, Part Number Hb5Z-1104-C, Incorrectly Listed As Being For Installation On The Rear Axles Of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 Vehicles. These Bearings Assemblies Were Manufactured Without A Self Retention Feature, Possibly Resulting In The Separation Of The Wheel Or Wheel End.

    Recall Consequences

    A Loss Of The Wheel Or Wheel End Can Increase The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify The Distributors Of The Hubs Specifying That They Are To Only Be Used On Drive Axles. It Is Believed That None Of The Hubs Were Purchased From Ford Dealers For The Incorrect Application. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332.

  • Recall Date 03/24/2015

    Campaign ID; 15V171000

    Component Structure

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2013 Explorer Vehicles. In The Affected Vehicles, The Interior Door Handle Return Spring May Unseat, Resulting In Interior Door Handle That Does Not Return To The Fully Stowed Position After Actuation.

    Recall Consequences

    If The Interior Door Handle Return Spring Is Unseated, The Door May Unlatch In The Event Of A Side Impact Crash, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect All Four Of The Interior Door Handles And Either Repair Or Replace Them, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 23, 2015. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 15S11.

  • Recall Date 05/29/2014

    Campaign ID; 14V286000

    Component Steering

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2013 Ford Explorer Vehicles Manufactured May 17, 2010, Through February 28, 2012. The Affected Vehicles May Experience An Intermittent Connection In The Electric Power Steering Gear, Which Can Cause A Loss Of The Motor Position Sensor Signal Resulting In A Shut Down Of The Power Steering Assist.

    Recall Consequences

    If The Vehicle Experiences A Loss Of Power Steering Assist It Will Require Extra Steering Effort At Lower Speeds, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Update The Power Steering Control Module (Pscm) Software, Free Of Charge. If A Vehicle Shows A History Of A Loss Of Motor Position Sensor Signal When The Vehicle Is Brought In For The Recall Remedy, Its Steering Rack Assembly Will Be Replaced, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 23, 2014. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-800-392-3673. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 14S06.

  • Recall Date 01/06/2014

    Campaign ID; 14E001000

    Component Steering

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Replacement Steering Gears Installed On Model Year 2011-2012 Explorers As Service Parts In September 2013 And January 2014. The Affected Gears May Lock, Preventing The Driver From Being Able To Steer The Vehicle.

    Recall Consequences

    The Inability To Steer The Vehicle Increases The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Replace The Suspect Steering Gears With New Steering Gears, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 29, 2014. Customers May Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 13S14.

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