How long is the cargo area of a Ford Explorer?

The Ford Explorer offers 21 cubic feet of cargo space when the second and third rows are upright and in place. When the third row is folded down, the Ford Explorer cargo space expands to 43.9 cubic feet.

What size transmission is in a 2006 Ford Explorer?

4.0L V-6 Engine. 5-spd auto w/OD Transmission. 210 @ 5,100 rpm Horsepower.

Is 2006 Ford Explorer a good car?

Excellent ride and handling characteristics for a truck-based SUV, strong optional V8, comfortable and quiet interior with user-friendly layout, standard Roll Stability Control. Low resale value, lousy fuel economy.

What are the inside dimensions of a Ford Explorer?

Length 198.3 Wheelbase 112.8 Width – Excluding mirrors Including mirrors Mirrors folded 78.9 90.2 82.5 Height 70.0 Minimum running ground clearance 7.8 Liftover height 31.1 Cargo rear opening height 31.0 Cargo rear opening width at floor 46.7 INTERIOR (in.) First Row Headroom 41.4 Legroom (max.)

How big is the cargo space in a Ford Explorer?

It’s feasible to carry two adults in the third-row seats, but choosing the third-row option also reduces available cargo space. Seven-passenger Explorers max out at 81.3 cubic feet of cargo space, while five-passenger versions offer a more competitive 88 cubic feet.

What kind of rating does Ford Explorer get?

The NHTSA has not crash tested the 2006 Ford Explorer, but last year’s model fared well, earning four to five stars in all frontal- and side-impact tests, as well as a top rating of “Good” in IIHS frontal-offset testing. Any 2006 Ford Explorer model is a joy to drive, as SUVs go.

What’s the difference between the 2005 and 2006 Ford Explorer?

The 2006 Ford Explorer gets revisions that keep it ahead of the pack. Although it doesn’t qualify as a full redesign, the new Explorer is quieter, more powerful, better-handling, better-equipped and several rungs higher on the safety ladder than the 2005 model.

What kind of engine does a Ford Explorer have?

The base engine is a 4.0-liter V6 good for 210 horsepower. Optional on all models except the XLS is a 4.6-liter V8 engine with 292 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard, and both two- and four-wheel drive are available with either engine. Properly equipped, a V8 2WD Explorer can tow 7,300 pounds.