The 2008 Ford Explorer is a sturdy, traditional body-on-frame SUV featuring seating for up to seven passengers. It offers robust towing capacity and available four-wheel drive (4WD)

Key Specifications & Options

• Engines:

  • Standard: 4.0L V6 (210 hp / 254 lb-ft torque) paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

  • Optional: 4.6L V8 (292 hp / 300 lb-ft torque) paired with a 6-speed automatic. 

• Towing Capacity: Up to 5,225 lbs with the V6, and up to 7,310 lbs with the V8. 

• Fuel Economy: Averages roughly 13 city / 19 highway MPG. 

• Trims: Available in Base (XLT), Eddie Bauer, and Limited

Notable Features

• Safety: Standard AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with Roll Stability Control (RSC) and side-curtain airbags.

• Comforts: Available leather seating, third-row power-folding seats, navigation, and DVD rear-seat entertainment.