2024 Ford Explorer

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2024 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.3L 6-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; FFV)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: 4WD, RWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

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: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.3L 6-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; FFV)
Displacement	2.3 L to 3.3 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	10
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: 4WD, RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 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 10 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.

26V451000: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters explaining…
Reported July 14, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V371000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for park system damage and replace the park system components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number…
Reported June 9, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V159000: SEAT BELTS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…
Reported March 17, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V123000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear…
Remedy: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall…
Reported March 3, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V012000: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded…
Reported January 15, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V687000: TRAILER HITCHES
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for…
Reported October 10, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V442000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera…
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Reported June 27, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V393000: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.…
Reported June 13, 2025. View on NHTSA
24V852000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Reported November 8, 2024. View on NHTSA
24V685000: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will install a tie strap between the battery cable and high voltage cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for…
Reported September 13, 2024. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 10, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 6, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 10, 2026

Data verified: October 10, 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 2024 Ford Explorer have?

Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.3L 6-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Ford Explorer?

Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2024 Ford Explorer front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: 4WD, RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2024 Ford Explorer?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.