2004 Ford Explorer

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2004 Ford Explorer is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 5-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Seating: Not available

Exterior (Front)

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL)
Displacement	4.0 L to 4.6 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	5
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 17, 2026.

09E025000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Reported May 11, 2009. View on NHTSA
07E104000: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
Remedy: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT…
Reported December 11, 2007. View on NHTSA
06E049000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Reported May 24, 2006. View on NHTSA
06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 17, 2026

Data verified: October 17, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2004 Ford Explorer have?

Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Ford Explorer?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2004 Ford Explorer front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2004 Ford Explorer?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 17, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.