2003 Ford Explorer Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 34 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Third generation (U152).
- Length189.5 in
- Width72.1 in
- Height71.4 in
- Wheelbase113.0 in – 113.8 in
- Curb weight4,159 lb – 4,381 lb
- Length189.5 in
- Height71.4 in
- Wheelbase113.0 in – 113.8 in
- Curb weight4,159 lb – 4,381 lb
- Width72.1 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2003 Ford Explorer
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
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Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 189.5 in · 72.1 in · 71.4 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 70.6 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P245/65SR17.0 OWL AT, P245/65SR17.0 BSW AT, P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS, P235/70SR16.0 OWL AS…. Tire sizes
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Exterior dimensions
| Length | 189.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 72.1 in |
| Height | 71.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.0 in – 113.8 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.9 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 38.9 in |
| Front legroom | 43.9 in |
| Rear legroom | 37.2 in |
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 58.9 in |
| Front hip room | 55.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 54.3 in |
| Luggage volume | 46.6 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 4,159 lb – 4,381 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 5,200 lb – 5,520 lb |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 5,400 lb – 7,300 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 254 – 282 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P245/65SR17.0 OWL AT
- P245/65SR17.0 BSW AT
- P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS
- P235/70SR16.0 OWL AS
- 235/65R18
- 235/70R16
- 245/65R17
- 255/50R20
- 265/35R22
- 275/30R24
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger22"
- Rear16"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 65-1
- 65-2
- 65-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-305 qt
- 5W-206 qt
- 5W-206 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (34 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eddie Bauer 4.0L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| Eddie Bauer 4.0L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| Eddie Bauer 4.0L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| Eddie Bauer 4.6L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4166 |
| Eddie Bauer 4.6L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| Eddie Bauer 4.6L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| Limited 4.0L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| Limited 4.0L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| Limited 4.0L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| Limited 4.6L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4166 |
| Limited 4.6L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| Limited 4.6L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| NBX 4.0L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| NBX 4.0L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| NBX 4.6L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.0 | — | 4166 |
| NBX 4.6L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| XLS 4.0L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| XLS 4.0L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLS 4.0L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLS 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| XLS 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLS 4.0L Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLT 4.0L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| XLT 4.0L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLT 4.0L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLT 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4159 |
| XLT 4.0L Sport 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLT 4.0L Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4374 |
| XLT 4.6L 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4166 |
| XLT 4.6L 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| XLT 4.6L 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| XLT 4.6L Sport 4dr 4x2 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4166 |
| XLT 4.6L Sport 4dr 4x4 | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
| XLT 4.6L Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive | 189.5 | 72.1 | 71.4 | 113.8 | — | 4381 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Third generation (U152)): years 2002–2005. View model overview