2013 Ford Explorer FWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDFront-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
27
MPG
Combined
23
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
21.9MPG average-5.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 23 MPG · Owner reported avg: 21.9 MPG
Range: 20–24 MPG
Driving mix: City 20% / Highway 80%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 21.9 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic 6-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
27
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
17
Hwy
24
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,950 |
| Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,400 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 393 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 12.9 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- SUV/Crossover
- GVWR
- Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 2L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Direct Injection
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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