2016 Explorer
2016 Explorer
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Perfect your adventures.
Capably outgoing. Technologically advanced. Beautifully refined. The new Explorer is outfitted to elevate
your getaways. It’s more aerodynamic, more luxurious and even easier to park than its predecessor. Go further.
In Ford Explorer – 25 years of adventures and counting.
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standard on Sport and Platinum). You can also pair the new
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Class II Trailer Tow Package with the 2.3L EcoBoost2 for up 1
Class is Large Utilities. 2Available feature. 3FWD. Fuel consumption ratings based on Government of Canada approved
Explorer 280 hp 4 and 310 lb.-ft. of torque.4 Just the get-
to 3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg) of towing capability. test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary. 4Figures achieved using 93-octane fuel. 5When properly equipped.
up-and-go you need to get going on those adventures. 6
Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose
control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.
Go for top-of-the-line performance.
Explorer Sport and the all-new Platinum are powered The signature Sport look carries inside to a uniquely
exclusively by the twin-turbocharged, direct-injection styled Ebony Black leather-trimmed interior with Red
3.5L EcoBoost® engine. Producing 365 hp1 and 350 lb.-ft. accent stitching, satin-chrome with Carbon Sport accents,
of torque1 – best-in-class among V6 engines – the 3.5L and “Sport” badging on the floor mats.
EcoBoost is the most exhilarating way to go.
Riding on a responsive, fully independent sport-tuned
The powerful stance of Explorer Sport is accentuated suspension, Sport also features a rugged front strut tower
by its 20" machined aluminum wheels with painted support and wide wheels. For excellent driving dynamics,
pockets, a unique blackout treatment on its headlamps both Sport and Platinum include the Intelligent 4WD with
and tail lamps, “EXPLORER” lettering across its hood, Terrain Management System.™ It’ll have you itching to
and high-gloss Black-painted exterior accents on its flex those 3.5L EcoBoost muscles.
grille, door handles, liftgate appliqué, front and rear skid
plate elements and more.
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Snow, Gravel, Grass optimizes traction and control on a wide array of slippery surfaces.
Mud, Rut lets the tires spin a bit if needed to help keep you on the go.
Hill Descent Control™ (centre button) regulates your speed on steep declines,
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y:can concentrate on manoeuvring.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need
to control the vehicle. 1 Available feature.
Kick to open and close.
Loading cargo into Explorer has never been easier than
with its foot-activated hands-free power liftgate.1 Just
kick your foot under the rear bumper with your Intelligent
Access1 key fob tucked in a pocket or purse. The liftgate
detects the motion of your leg and the proximity of the fob,
then opens or closes on its own. You can even program its
fully opened height to the position that works best for you.
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All-new Platinum. Medium Soft Ceramic
Nirvana leather trim. Available equipment.
HEATED/COOLED 1ST-ROW SEATS 1
HEATED STEERING 1
500-WATT SYSTEM FROM SONY 1
Available feature.
1
Just say a command.
Then get connected as voice-activated Ford SYNC®1 delivers hands-
free calls with the simple push of a button and the sound of your
voice. Once paired, automatic phone book download transfers the
names and numbers in your compatible phone. Voice-activated
music search lets you say what music you want to hear and listen to
it easily, or say “Bluetooth® audio” to stream content from your phone.
Plug in your MP3 player, USB or iPod® to listen to your favourites as
well. SYNC also features 911 Assist® with GPS location reporting.
SYNC. Say the word.
Stay alert to traffic detected in blind spots thanks to See around corners with the class-exclusive new front
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BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic 180° camera with washer.1 It provides an extended view of
alert.1 It helps warn you using LED lights embedded in the what’s nearby as you drive slowly forward out of parking Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment
and need to control the vehicle. 1 Available feature. 2BLIS replaces standard integrated
sideview mirrors.2 spots, or when approaching corners and the like. blind spot mirrors. 3Lane-Keeping System does not control steering.
Venture out with confidence.
In addition to its standard full-colour rear view If it senses you’re taking a curve too quickly,
camera with washer and 7 standard airbags, you Curve Control helps reduce the vehicle’s speed
can now equip any Explorer with class-exclusive by up to 16 km/h in approximately one second.2
inflatable rear safety belts in its 2nd-row outboard
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It’s standard as part of AdvanceTrac® with RSC®
seating positions. (Roll Stability Control™).
Parents of teens can encourage smart driving For a comprehensive list of Safety & Security
habits with our exclusive MyKey,® which lets features on every Explorer, please turn the page.
you block their calls and text messages while
they’re driving.
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XLT. White Platinum Metallic Tri-coat. Available equipment.
FRONT-PASSENGER KNEE AIRBAG INFLATABLE 2ND-ROW SAFETY BELTS1 CURVE CONTROL2 1
Available feature. 2Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics.
It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.
Explorer Specifications
Mechanical Cargo area hooks Safety & Security 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 Exterior Dimensions mm (in.) Capacities litres (cu. ft.)
4-wheel disc Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Cupholders (12) Personal Safety System™ for driver and front 290 hp @ 6,500 rpm Wheelbase 2,865 (112.8) Passenger volume 4,293 (151.6)
70-litre fuel tank Front-passenger (1) and 2nd-row (2) assist handles passenger includes dual-stage front airbags,1 safety 255 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,000 rpm Length 5,037 (198.3) Cargo volume behind 1st row 2,314 (81.7)
belt pretensioners, safety belt energy-management 6-speed SelectShift® automatic
Compact spare Load floor tie-down hooks retractors, safety belt usage sensors, driver’s seat Height 1,777 (70.0) Cargo volume behind 2nd row 1,243 (43.9)
FWD 13.9L/100 km city and 9.6L/100 km hwy
Cruise control Locking glove compartment position sensor, crash severity sensor, restraint control (20 mpg city/29 hwy) Width – Including mirrors 2,291 (90.2) Cargo volume behind 3rd row4 595 (21.0)
Easy Fuel® capless fuel filler Overhead console with sunglasses holder module and Front-Passenger Sensing System 4WD 14.4L/100 km city and 10.4L/100 km hwy Width – Mirrors folded 2,096 (82.5) Fuel capacity (litres) 70
Electric power-assisted steering Power door locks AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) (20 mpg city/27 hwy) Liftover height 790 (31.1) Max. towing5 kg (lbs.) 2,268 (5,000)
and Curve Control
Engine block heater Power windows with front one-touch-up/-down 2.3L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder
feature Autolock Interior Dimensions mm (in.) 1st/2nd/3rd Row
Hill start assist 280 hp @ 5,600 rpm3
Rear-window defroster Battery saver with headlamps-off delay Head room 1,051/1,030/960
Independent front and rear suspension 310 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3,000 rpm3 (41.4/40.6/37.8)
Steering wheel-mounted cruise, audio, Belt-Minder ™ front safety belt reminder
Trailer sway control FWD 12.6L/100 km city and 8.5L/100 km hwy Shoulder room 1,562/1,549/1,290
and 5-way controls (2) Child-safety rear door locks (22 mpg city/33 hwy) (61.5/61.0/50.8)
Seating Front height-adjustable shoulder safety belts 4WD 13.1L/100 km city and 9.1L/100 km hwy
Exterior Leg room 1,090 max./1,004/846
1st-row bucket seats Front-passenger knee airbag1 (22 mpg city/31 hwy)
Automatic headlamps (42.9 max./39.5/33.3)
4-way driver and front-passenger head restraints Front-seat side airbags1
Daytime running lamps 3.5L EcoBoost V6
2nd-row 60/40 split fold-flat seat with fore/aft Illuminated Entry System
Dual chrome exhaust tips 365 hp @ 5,500 rpm3
adjustable 40 section
Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System 350 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3,500 rpm3
3rd-row 50/50 split fold-flat seat LED headlamps with halogen reflector high beams
(excludes spare) 6-speed SelectShift automatic
LED tail lamps
Interior LATCH – Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors 4WD 14.9L/100 km city and 10.7L/100 km hwy
Power sideview mirrors with integrated for Children (2nd-row outboard and 3rd-row (19 mpg city/26 hwy)
1st-, 2nd- and 3rd-row dome/map lights blind spot mirrors passenger-side seating positions)
1st-row centre console with armrest and storage Privacy glass (rear doors, rear quarter windows MyKey ®
12-volt powerpoints (2 in 1st row, 1 in 2nd row and liftgate window)
Rear view camera with 180° view and washer
and 1 in rear cargo area) Rear spoiler
Safety Canopy ® System with side-curtain airbags1
Accessory delay for power features Roof-mounted antenna and rollover sensor
Adjustable driver and front-passenger sun visors Windshield wipers – Front: speed-sensitive, SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft Engine Immobilizer
with covered and illuminated vanity mirrors variable-intermittent with washer; rear: 2-speed System
Air conditioning with auxiliary rear controls with washer
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
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Dimensions may vary by trim level. 1 Always wear your safety belt and secure children in the rear seat. 2 Fuel consumption ratings based on Government of
Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary for all ratings. 3 Figures achieved using 93-octane fuel. 4 Including rear seat well. 5 Maximum
weight shown is for properly equipped vehicle with required equipment and a 68-kg (150-lb.) driver. Weight of additional options, equipment, passengers
and cargo must be deducted from this weight. For additional information, see your Ford of Canada Dealer.
Explorer & XLT Explorer XLT
Equipment Group 100A Equipment Group 201A Available Equipment Group
Includes all standard features, plus: Includes all Explorer features, plus: Equipment Group 202A – Includes leather-
Mechanical Mechanical trimmed seating surfaces
3.39 axle ratio 230-amp alternator Available Options & Packages
3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine Heavy-duty front and rear brake calipers 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed
6-speed SelectShift® automatic transmission
with paddle shifters Intelligent Access with push-button start automatic transmission (includes low-rolling-
Perimeter alarm resistance tires with FWD; n/a with 20" polished
58-amp-hr battery aluminum wheels)
175-amp alternator Remote Start System
18" 5-spoke painted aluminum wheels
Front-wheel drive (FWD) (XLT FWD with 3.5L engine)
Seating
Seating 10-way power, heated driver and front- 20" polished aluminum wheels (n/a with 2.3L
1st-row bucket seats with 8-way power driver’s seat passenger seats EcoBoost engine)
with manual lumbar and 4-way manual passenger seat Unique cloth seats 2nd-row bucket seats (requires 202A)
Cloth seats 2nd-row centre console
Interior (requires 2nd-row bucket seats and 202A)
Interior
Auto-dimming rearview mirror All-weather floor mats
1st- and 2nd-row carpeted floor mats
Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-
1st- and 2nd-row door-sill scuff plates
with embossed Explorer logo control traffic alert
AM/FM stereo/single-CD player with MP3 capability Galvano instrument panel and door-trim appliqués Class II Trailer Tow Package includes Class II
and 6 speakers Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin
Black metallic centre stack appliqué Premium Audio System with 9 speakers wiring harness (requires 2.3L EcoBoost engine)
Dark Galvano instrument panel and door-trim appliqués SiriusXM with 6-month prepaid subscription Class III Trailer Tow Package includes Class III
Ford SYNC® voice-activated, in-vehicle communications trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin
system with 4.2" colour LCD screens in instrument SYNC with MyFord Touch™ voice-activated, wiring harness (requires 3.5L Ti-VCT engine)
cluster and centre stack, and media hub with 1 smart- in-vehicle connectivity system, which includes 8"
colour LCD touch screen in centre stack, two 4.2" Dual Headrest DVD by INVISION™ 2
charging USB port
Manual day/night rearview mirror colour LCD configurable screens in instrument Dual-panel moonroof
cluster, and media hub with 2 USB ports and an SD Foot-activated hands-free power liftgate
Manual tilt/telescoping steering column
card reader
Inflatable rear safety belts for 2nd-row outboard
Exterior seating positions
Exterior
18" painted aluminum wheels with P245/60R18 Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System
all-season BSW tires 18" painted aluminum wheels (FWD)
and Hill Descent Control (includes front recovery hooks)
Black door handles, sideview mirrors, roof-rack 18" 5-spoke painted aluminum wheels (4WD)
side rails, lower bodyside cladding and wheel-lip LED fog lamps
Black lower bodyside cladding with chrome accents
mouldings Voice-activated Navigation System with SD card for
Bright liftgate appliqué Body-colour door handles map and POI data
Dark Foundry Metallic-painted grille with chrome bars Fog lamps
Remote Keyless Entry System with 2 integrated key Forward Sensing System
transmitter remotes Foundry Grey Metallic-painted grille with chrome bars
Available Options & Packages Gloss Black, heated sideview mirrors with LED turn
2.3L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed signal indicators and security approach lamps
automatic transmission (includes low-rolling- Reverse Sensing System
resistance tires with FWD) SecuriCode™ invisible keypad
All-weather floor mats
Signature LED lighting
Class II Trailer Tow Package includes Class II
trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin Silver-painted front and rear skid plate elements
wiring harness (requires 2.3L EcoBoost engine and Silver roof-rack side rails
Intelligent 4WD)
Class III Trailer Tow Package includes Class III
trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin
wiring harness (requires 3.5L Ti-VCT engine and
Intelligent 4WD)
Inflatable rear safety belts for 2nd-row outboard
seating positions
XLT. Ebony Black leather trim.1 Available equipment.
Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System™
Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System. and Hill Descent Control™ (includes front recovery hooks)
Reverse Sensing System
XLT. Intelligent Access with push-button start. SiriusXM® with 6-month prepaid subscription
XLT. Heated driver and front-passenger seats.
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18" Painted Aluminum 18" 5-Spoke Painted Aluminum 20" Polished Aluminum
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Available feature. 2Ford Licensed Accessory. Standard: Explorer & XLT FWD Standard: XLT 4WD Available: XLT
Available: XLT FWD with 3.5L engine
Limited
Equipment Group 300A Available Equipment Group
Includes all XLT features, plus: Equipment Group 301A – Enhanced active park
Mechanical assist with Parallel Parking, Park Out Assist,
Reverse Perpendicular Parking, and Forward and
72-amp-hr battery Side Sensing Systems + Lane-Keeping System
Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System™ + BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-
and Hill Descent Control™ with 3.65 axle ratio traffic alert + inflatable rear safety belts for 2nd-row
(includes front recovery hooks) outboard seating positions + auto-dimming feature
on driver’s sideview mirror + rain-sensing windshield
Seating wipers + auto high beams + 1st-row multicontour
1st-row heated and cooled bucket seats with 4-way bucket seats with Active Motion®
adjustable head restraints, 10-way power driver and
front-passenger seats (including power lumbar and Available Options & Packages
recline) with driver’s side memory feature 2.3L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed
2nd-row 60/40 split fold-flat seat with heated automatic transmission and 3.36 axle ratio
outboard seats, fore/aft adjustable 40 section, 20" polished aluminum wheels (includes P255/50R20
and armrest with dual cupholders BSW all-season tires)
Leather-trimmed seating surfaces with 2nd-row heated bucket seats with power-assist
perforated inserts fold feature
PowerFold® 3rd-row seat 2nd-row centre console (requires 2nd-row bucket seats)
Adaptive cruise control and collision warning
Interior with brake support
1st- and 2nd-row door-sill scuff plates with bright All-weather floor mats
Explorer logo
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with
110-volt power outlet cross-traffic alert (included with 301A)
Ambient lighting Class II Trailer Tow Package includes Class II
Audio System from Sony® with 12 speakers trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin
Cargo net wiring harness (requires 2.3L EcoBoost engine)
Dual 2nd-row smart-charging USB ports Class III Trailer Tow Package includes Class III
trailer hitch receiver, engine oil cooler and 7-/4-pin
Foot-activated hands-free power liftgate
wiring harness (requires 3.5L Ti-VCT engine)
Front 180° camera with washer
Dual Headrest DVD by INVISION™ 1
Heated steering wheel
Dual-panel moonroof
Multipiece Satin Chrome and Rosewood film
Inflatable rear safety belts for 2nd-row outboard
instrument panel and door-trim appliqués
seating positions (included with 301A)
Power-adjustable pedals with memory
LED fog lamps
Power-tilt/-telescoping steering column
Universal garage door opener
Voice-activated Navigation System
Exterior
20" painted aluminum wheels with P255/50R20
all-season BSW tires
Bright silver-painted grille with chrome bars
Body-colour, power-folding, heated sideview
mirrors with autofold, LED turn signal indicators,
security approach lamps and driver’s side memory
Chrome door handles
Chrome roof-rack side rails
Medium Light Camel leather trim with perforated inserts. Equipment Group 301A.2
Enhanced active park assist with Parallel Parking, Park Out Assist, Reverse Perpendicular
Parking, and Forward and Side Sensing Systems.2
Dual-panel moonroof.2
Dual 2nd-row smart-charging USB ports.
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Ebony Black leather trim with red accent stitching. Available equipment.
“EXPLORER” hood lettering. High-gloss black-painted grille.
1st-row door-sill scuff plates with illuminated Explorer logo.
Blackout treatment on tail lamps. “SPORT” liftgate badge. Bright dual exhaust tips.
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Medium Soft Ceramic Nirvana leather trim with quilting and perforated inserts.
500-watt Audio System from Sony with Clear Phase and Live Acoustics technology.
Brushed-aluminum Ford Oval on the steering wheel.
LED signature lighting. LED fog lamps.
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Colours are representative only. See your Ford of Canada Dealer for actual paint/trim options. 1Additional charge. 2
Ford Licensed Accessory.