2012 Ford Explorer fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2012 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 23 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 27 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 19 to 23 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 20 and 27 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,900 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 | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG | $2,900 |
| Explorer FWD Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
| Explorer AWD Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,900 per year in fuel, versus $3,550 for the least efficient.