2001 Ford Explorer fuel economy
The EPA lists 9 versions of the 2001 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 15 to 39 MPGe; the most efficient version is rated 45 city / 33 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 15 to 39 MPGe depending on version
- City and highway
- 45 and 33 most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer USPS Electric | EV | 2-Wheel Drive | 45 | 33 | 39 MPGe | 38 mi | |
| Explorer 2WD Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 MPGe | $3,950 | |
| Explorer USPS 2WD Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 MPGe | $3,950 | |
| Explorer USPS 2WD FFV Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L FFV | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 MPGe | $3,950 | |
| Explorer 2WD Automatic 4-spd | 8-cyl 5.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 MPGe | $4,450 | |
| Explorer 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 MPGe | $4,450 | |
| Explorer 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 8-cyl 5.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 MPGe | $4,450 | |
| Explorer USPS 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 MPGe | $4,450 | |
| Explorer USPS 4WD FFV Automatic 5-spd | 6-cyl 4.0L FFV | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 MPGe | $4,450 |
The longest-range version is rated at 38 miles on a full charge.