2005 Ford Explorer
Kelley Blue Book Retail $7,225–$10,650
MPG City: 14 – 16 Highway: 18 – 21
Available Engines
210-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 (regular gas)
239-hp, 4.6-liter V-8 (regular gas)
210-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 (flexible; E85)
Transmissions
5-speed automatic w/OD
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Expert Snapshot
New or Notable
| • | Fully independent suspension |
| • | V-6 or V-8 |
| • | Five-speed automatic |
| • | Optional Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags |
| • | AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control |
What We Like
| + | Easy to drive and maneuver |
| + | Crash-test ratings |
| + | Step-in height |
| + | Interior space |
What We Don't
| - | V-6 performance |
| - | Fuel economy |
| - | Resale value |
Ford's league-leading midsize sport utility vehicle gains standard AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control for 2005. Similar to the Mercury Mountaineer, the Explorer comes in four basic flavors, but there are numerous variations within each trim. Explorers may be equipped with rear- or four-wheel drive. Read More
20 Available Explorer Trims
Select a trim name below for detailed specifications
| Original MSRP | |||||
| XLS 4.0L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$27,165 | ||||
| XLS 4.0L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$29,655 | ||||
| XLS 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$28,595 | ||||
| XLS 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$30,845 | ||||
| XLT 4.0L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$30,000 | ||||
| XLT 4.0L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$32,250 | ||||
| XLT 4.6L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$30,810 | ||||
| XLT 4.6L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$33,060 | ||||
| XLT 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$31,370 | ||||
| XLT 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$33,620 | ||||
| XLT 4.6L Sport 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$32,175 | ||||
| XLT 4.6L Sport 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$34,430 | ||||
| Eddie Bauer 4.0L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$34,100 | ||||
| Eddie Bauer 4.0L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$36,350 | ||||
| Eddie Bauer 4.6L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$34,910 | ||||
| Eddie Bauer 4.6L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$37,160 | ||||
| Limited 4.0L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$34,985 | ||||
| Limited 4.0L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$37,240 | ||||
| Limited 4.6L 4dr 4x2 See Specs |
$35,795 | ||||
| Limited 4.6L 4dr 4x4 See Specs |
$38,050 | ||||
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