Whenever you think Ford Explorer, you think large SUV. The Bronco stepped aside at the Explorer took the SUV mantle and ran with it for the general public. But what is this? The SUV beast of yore has turned toward fuel economy, as outlined by CrunchGear . Such is the 2011 Ford Explorer, a smaller SUV for many who want something smaller. Smaller engine, lower ride height and fewer mud adventures are the trade-offs for such a mean, green automobile.
Taurus- and Flex-informed is the 2011 Ford Explorer
The 2011 Ford Explorer saves a significant amount of weight by using the exact same uni-body construction that Ford employs on the Taurus and Flex. Those are compact automobiles, making it necessary for Ford to drop some of the larger-scale SUV specs previously associated with the Explorer. Engine choices are a 3.5-liter V6 (the power option, although large) or a 2.0-liter EcoBoost for fuel efficiency; both are six-speed automatic. The previous puts out 290 horsepower in front- or four-wheel-drive possibilities (great for towing up to 5,000 pounds), while the latter provides greater fuel economy.
The SUV for city driving, not large loads
Ford’s apparent reasoning with the 2011 Ford Explorer is that most people aren’t using their SUVs for off-road driving and heavy lifting. This new Explorer handles the roads and is better for commute than any SUV to date. Weather is no bother, as a result of the front- and four-wheel-drive options. Couple that ability with greater fuel economy and also you have an SUV crossover. Easy-selecting rear differential and Descent Control are the kind of tools you need for safe downhill driving, too. And that’s not all. If you felt burdened by your giant SUV before, the 2011 Ford Explorer may just be the antidote. Burn less fuel and conserve the environment; everyone’s doing it.
Additional information
crunchgear.com/2010/07/26/the-2011-ford-explorer-goes-greener-no-v8-front-wheel-drive-unibody-platform-v6-or-ecoboost-i4/
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