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Ford Explorer AWD

2012–2026 · 42 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
20
Best
23
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The Ford Explorer AWD has been tested by the EPA across 42 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2026. Over this period, the Explorer AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182520MPG
2026
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2025
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182520MPG
2025
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2025
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2024
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2024
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2024
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2023
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2023
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$3,000172420MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000172420MPG
2022
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2022
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2022
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2022
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2021
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2021
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2021
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2020
2.3L 4-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2019
2.3L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2019
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2019
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150162219MPG
2018
2.3L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2018
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150162219MPG
2018
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2017
2.3L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2017
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150162319MPG
2017
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2016
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150162319MPG
2016
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2016
2.3L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2015
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2015
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2014
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2014
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2013
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2013
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2012
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$3,150172319MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
23
2025
23
2024
23
2023
23
2022
23
2021
23
2020
23
2019
21
2018
21
2017
21
2016
21
2015
19
2014
19
2013
19
2012
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Explorer AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Explorer AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Bronco (thru 1977)/Bronco II/Explorer/Explorer Sport (Explorer for 1990-2018 only. For model years 2019 on, see 12-425.), Ford Explorer (For 2019 on. For model years 1990-2018 see 12-401.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,732
Total Deaths
469

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.9%
Speeding Involved
10.7%
DUI Involved
7.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
11%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes315
Fatalities
90
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2022
Fatal Crashes260
Fatalities
81
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2021
Fatal Crashes270
Fatalities
84
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2020
Fatal Crashes195
Fatalities
50
Deaths/Crash
0.26
2019
Fatal Crashes195
Fatalities
45
Deaths/Crash
0.23
2018
Fatal Crashes153
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.24
2017
Fatal Crashes146
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.27
2016
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2015
Fatal Crashes69
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.17
2014
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.20
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2026
4
2025
13
2024
2
2023
3
2022
4
2021
4
2020
29
2019
1
2018
2
2017
5
2016
7
2015
2
2014
2
2013
6
2012
7
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