2011 Ford Explorer Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 6 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Fifth generation (U502).
- Length197.1 in
- Width78.9 in
- Height70.4 in – 71.0 in
- Wheelbase112.6 in
- Ground clearance7.6 in – 8.3 in
- Curb weight4,557 lb – 4,732 lb
- Length197.1 in
- Height70.4 in – 71.0 in
- Wheelbase112.6 in
- Ground clearance7.6 in – 8.3 in
- Curb weight4,557 lb – 4,732 lb
- Width78.9 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 2011 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
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 197.1 in · 78.9 in · 70.4 in – 71.0 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 63.3 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P245/65TR17.0 BSW AS, P255/50HR20.0 BSW AS, P245/60HR18.0 BSW AS, 245/60R18…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 197.1 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 78.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in – 71.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in – 8.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 41.4 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 40.5 in |
| Front legroom | 40.6 in |
| Rear legroom | 39.8 in |
| Front shoulder room | 61.3 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 61.0 in |
| Front hip room | 57.3 in |
| Rear hip room | 56.7 in |
| Passenger volume | 152.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 21.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 4,557 lb – 4,732 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 6,160 lb |
| Fuel tank | 18.6 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 255 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P245/65TR17.0 BSW AS
- P255/50HR20.0 BSW AS
- P245/60HR18.0 BSW AS
- 245/60R18
- 245/65R17
- 255/50R20
- 255/55R19
- 265/40R22
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver26"
- Passenger22"
- Rear11"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 65-1
- 65-2
- 65-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-206 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (6 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4dr 4x4 | 197.1 | 78.9 | 71.0 | 112.6 | 8.3 | 4732 |
| Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 197.1 | 78.9 | 70.4 | 112.6 | 7.6 | 4557 |
| Limited 4dr 4x4 | 197.1 | 78.9 | 71.0 | 112.6 | — | 4732 |
| Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 197.1 | 78.9 | 70.4 | 112.6 | — | 4557 |
| XLT 4dr 4x4 | 197.1 | 78.9 | 71.0 | 112.6 | 8.3 | 4732 |
| XLT 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 197.1 | 78.9 | 70.4 | 112.6 | 7.6 | 4557 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Fifth generation (U502)): years 2011–2015. View model overview