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Ford · model year 2027
2027 Ford Explorer AWD
SUV · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 238 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #238 of 479 - 73 Fuel-efficient large SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #73 of 488 - 167 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #167 of 539 - 552 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #552 of 1,362 - 708 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #708 of 2,158 - 03 Ford cars
Every model year, newest first #3 of 3,957
Against fuel-efficient SUVs
The CarCody take
The 2027 Ford Explorer AWD is a gasoline SUV with part-time four-wheel drive, a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and a 10-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 23 MPG combined: 20 in city driving and 27 on the highway. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $2,900, with tailpipe emissions of 394 grams per mile.
Good to know
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- 27 MPG highway rating
- 2.3 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine
- 10-speed automatic transmission
Watch for
- 20 MPG city rating
- $2,900 estimated annual fuel cost
- 394 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile
- Gasoline powertrain
Who it suits. SUV drivers who want part-time four-wheel drive Drivers comparing city and highway fuel use Buyers comfortable with gasoline running costs
Choose the 2027 Explorer AWD if an SUV body and part-time four-wheel drive fit your driving needs. Its 23 MPG combined result is straightforward to budget around, with separate city and highway figures to match your routes. The 2.3-liter turbo four-cylinder and 10-speed automatic complete a conventional gasoline setup. Consider the yearly fuel estimate and emissions figure before settling on it.
What it is
The 2027 Ford Explorer AWD is a standard sport utility vehicle with part-time 4-Wheel Drive. It uses gasoline and has a 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo engine paired with an automatic 10-spd transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 23 MPG combined. The EPA rating breaks down to 20 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates yearly fuel cost at $2,900. That estimate reflects the Explorer's gasoline powertrain and 23 MPG combined rating.
How it compares
The 2027 Explorer AWD carries a 23 MPG combined rating.
Who it suits
This Explorer suits drivers who want an SUV with part-time four-wheel drive and a gasoline engine, while keeping a clear city-and-highway fuel rating in view.
Trade-offs
City mileage is lower than highway mileage: 20 MPG versus 27 MPG. The 23 MPG combined rating comes with an EPA-estimated $2,900 yearly fuel cost and 394 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile.
Verdict
Choose the 2027 Explorer AWD if an SUV body and part-time four-wheel drive fit your driving needs. Its 23 MPG combined result is straightforward to budget around, with separate city and highway figures to match your routes. The 2.3-liter turbo four-cylinder and 10-speed automatic complete a conventional gasoline setup. Consider the yearly fuel estimate and emissions figure before settling on it.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 23 MPG
- City MPG
- 20 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 394 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic 10-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What fuel does the 2027 Ford Explorer AWD use?
It uses gasoline.
What is the Explorer AWD's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.
How does its city mileage compare with highway mileage?
It is rated at 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway.
What is the estimated annual fuel cost?
The EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $2,900.
What drivetrain does this Explorer have?
It has part-time 4-Wheel Drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
The powertrain is a 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo engine with an automatic 10-spd transmission.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its listed tailpipe CO2 is 394 grams per mile.
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