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Ford offered the new era of the Ford Explorer 2011 SUV besides becoming completely remodeled, such as new technologies which improve fuel economy by as much as 30% and it is safer than ever. With design and architectural innovations, the brand new Ford Explorer 2011 will raise the security regular in the section along with brand new air bag methods and also the very first blow up safety devices in the industry, Trinity frontal effect structure, AdvanceTrac ® with RSC ® ( Roll Stability Control ™) as well as Cornering Manage functionality. The brand new Ford Explorer 2011 offers online connectivity technology MyFord Touch ™ and the integrated communications as well as entertainment SYNC ® to keep the driver’s eye on the road and your on the job the actual wheel.

With EcoBoost ™ engine I-4 2.0-liter, the Ford Explorer 2011, is expected to enhance fuel economy over 30% and exceeds the average rival versions like the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander 2010 V6 2010.

Engine Specifications
3.5L V6

Drive type    Front-Wheel Drive (std.) / Intelligent 4WD (opt.)
Engine type    3.5L Twin independent Variable Camshaft Timing (TiVCT) V6
Transmission    6-speed automatic (std.) / 6-speed SelectShift Automatic (opt.)
Final drive ratio    3.16 (FWD) / 3.39 (4WD)
Horsepower (net @ rpm) (Ford projected)    283 @ 6500
Torque (lb.-ft @ rpm) (Ford projected)    252 @ 4100
Compression ratio    10.8: 1
Valve lifters    Direct acting mechanical bucket
Induction System    Naturally aspirated
Fuel delivery    Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Exhaust    Quasi dual exhaust with chrome tips
Engine block type    Cast aluminum
Cylinder head material    Cast aluminum
FWD V6 MPG    17 city / 25 hwy / 20 combined
Four Wheel Drive V6 MPG    17 city / 23 hwy / 19 combined