2011 Ford Explorer fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2011 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 20 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 25 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 19 to 20 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 18 and 25 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,350 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD Automatic 6-spd | 6-cyl 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
| Explorer FWD Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
| Explorer 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 6-cyl 3.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
| Explorer 4WD Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,350 per year in fuel, versus $3,550 for the least efficient.