2021 Ford Explorer Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 8 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Sixth generation (U625).
- Length198.8 in
- Width78.9 in
- Height70.2 in
- Wheelbase119.1 in
- Ground clearance8.2 in
- Curb weight4,345 lb – 4,727 lb
- Length198.8 in
- Height70.2 in
- Wheelbase119.1 in
- Ground clearance8.2 in
- Curb weight4,345 lb – 4,727 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 2021 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: 198.8 in · 78.9 in · 70.2 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 70.5 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P255/65HR18.0 BSW AS, P255/55HR20.0 BSW AS, P275/45HR21.0 BSW AS, P255/55VR20.0 BSW self-sealing AS…. Tire sizes
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- Check tire sizeOEM tire sizes
- Check wiper sizeBlade lengths
- Check battery sizeGroup size
- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 198.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 78.9 in |
| Height | 70.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 41.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 41.0 in |
| Front legroom | 43.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 39.0 in |
| Front shoulder room | 62.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 62.0 in |
| Front hip room | 59.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 59.0 in |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 4,345 lb – 4,727 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 6,160 lb |
| Fuel tank | 18.6 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 5,600 lb |
Engine
- 1898 1912
- 1881 1915
| Torque | 310 – 415 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P255/65HR18.0 BSW AS
- P255/55HR20.0 BSW AS
- P275/45HR21.0 BSW AS
- P255/55VR20.0 BSW self-sealing AS
- 255/50R21
- 255/55R20
- 255/65R18
- 275/45R21
- 285/45R21
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger21"
- Rear11"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- H6-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-305.2 qt
- 5W-306 qt
- 5W-206 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (8 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4dr 4x2 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
| Base 4dr 4x4 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
| Limited 4dr 4x2 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
| Limited 4dr 4x4 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
| Platinum 4dr 4x4 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4727 |
| ST 4dr 4x4 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4701 |
| XLT 4dr 4x2 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
| XLT 4dr 4x4 | 198.8 | 78.9 | 70.2 | 119.1 | 8.2 | 4345 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Sixth generation (U625)): years 2020–2023. View model overview