2008 Ford Explorer

At a Glance

Pricing $26,010 - $36,090
Drive Types RWD, AWD
Engines 4.0l V6, 4.6l V8
Transmissions A5, A6
Fuel Economy 13-14 (city), 19-20 (highway)

The definitive mid-sized SUV. The Ford Explorer helped define the segment and has been a top seller. The Explorer is offered in 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive models with a choice of V6 or V8 power. Explorer offers ample room on the interior with 5, 6 and 7 passenger seating options. The independent rear suspension is fairly rare in this segment. Roll stability control helps alleviate fears of control problems.

What Changed:

Explorer becomes the first Ford vehicle to implement the capless fuel filling system. . Optional SYNC (TM) system for hands free operation of phones and entertainment devices.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Explorer XLT 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 RWD $26,010
Explorer XLT 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 RWD $27,305
Explorer XLT 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 AWD $28,305
Explorer XLT 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 AWD $29,600
Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 RWD $28,730
Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 RWD $30,025
Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 AWD $31,025
Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 AWD $32,320
Explorer Limited 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 RWD $32,500
Explorer Limited 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 RWD $33,795
Explorer Limited 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) A5 AWD $34,795
Explorer Limited 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A6 AWD $36,090