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Ford Explorer III · SUV 5 doors · 2001–2006

Ford Explorer 4.6 MT 242 HP AWD

GasolineManual, 5 gearsAll drive
Power
242 hp · 178 kW
Torque
380 Nm
0–100 km/h
8.0 s
Top speed
158 km/h
Other versions of this body · 11
4.6 AT 242 HP 4.6 AT 242 HP AWD 4.6 MT 242 HP 4.6 MT 242 HP AWD 5.4 AT 304 HP 5.4 AT 304 HP AWD All versions →

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
158 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
8 s
Fuel tank
85 l

Engine

Modular 280 · 4,601 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
Modular 280
Displacement
4,601 cm³
Max power
178 kW / 242 hp
Torque
380 Nm at 4000 rpm
Fuel
A92
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
90.2 mm
Stroke
90 mm
Compression ratio
9.4

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code U152 · class J
Body type
SUV
Doors
5
Seats
7
Length
4,813 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,827 mm
Wheelbase
2,888 mm
Front track
1,547 mm
Rear track
1,555 mm
Ground clearance
230 mm
Kerb weight
2,065 kg
Max weight
2,667 kg
Boot space (min)
1,320 l
Boot space (max)
2,490 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
245/70/R16
Optional tyre sizes
245/70R16
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA70.6 5x114.3
Tyre pressure
2.1-2.4 bar
Front brakes
Discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring