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Ford
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Continuing the tradition of excellence
established by its predecessors and setting
some new ones of its own, the 2008 Ford
Explorer XLT is available in 7 trims,
ranging from the XLS 4.0L to the Limited
4.6L.
- Explorer XLS
- XLS Sport
- XLT
- XLT Sport
- NBX
- Explorer Eddie Bauer
- Limited
If you’re looking for information about 2008 Ford Explorer
XLt parts, or you want to read about some of the available
Explorer accessories to add to your truck, you’ve come to
the right place, so enjoy!
No matter which Explorer you choose, you’ll end up with
one of two engines. The first engine is a 4.0-liter, 12-valve,
SOHC V6 that produces 210 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and delivers
254 pounds-per-foot of torque at 3,700 rpm. The second engine,
available in every model except the Explorer XLS and Explorer
XLS Sport, is a 4.6-liter, 16- valve, SOHC V8 that produces
239 horsepower at 4,750 rpm and delivers 282 pounds-per-foot
of torque at 4,000 rpm.
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Ford Explorer Specifications
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| Engine
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4.0L
displacement single overhead cam (SOHC)
V6 cylinder configuration flex fuel engine
12 valves 210 hp @ 5100 rpm
254 ft-lbs. @ 3700 rpm E85 fuel |
| DriveTrain |
5-speed
automatic transmission rear wheel drive
four-wheel independent suspension front and rear stabilizer
bar |
| Exterior
Features |
alloy
rims 17 in. rims
P245/65R17 tires all terrain tires
fullsize spare tire alloy spare wheel
underbody mounted spare tire
variable intermittent wipers privacy glass
roof rack rear defogger
intermittent rear wiper
SUV / Minivan Doors
flip-up liftgate window rear liftgate door
step running boards |
| Safety
Features |
front
and rear solid disc brakes 4-wheel ABS
front seatbelt pretensioners rear door child safety locks
child seat anchors rear center lap belt
2 front headrests 2 rear headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system engine immobilizer
dusk sensing headlamps front fog lights |
| Front
Seats |
5
person total seating capacity bucket front seats
leather upholstery 6-way power driver seat
height adjustable driver seat driver seat with adjustable
lumbar support, heated driver seat 6-way power passenger
seat
height adjustable passenger seat passenger seat with adjustable
lumbar support, heated passenger seat |
| Convenience
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cruise
control power steering
tilt-adjustable steering wheel audio and cruise controls
on steering wheel, height adjustable pedals front and
rear cupholders
front and rear door pockets front and rear 12v power outlet(s)
front console with storage overhead console with storage
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security
system, etc.) retained accessory power, manual easy entry
rear seat access |
| Performance |
Base
Number of Cylinders: 6 Base Engine Size: 4 liters
Base Engine Type: V6 -1 Horsepower: 210 hp
Max Horsepower: 5100 rpm Torque: 254 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 3700 rpm Drive Type: RWD
Turning Circle: 36.7 ft. |
AM/FM
in-dash 6 CD player stereo 290 watts stereo output
7 total speakers mast antenna |
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