2009 Ford Explorer XLT V8 4WD
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- Photo: 2010 Ford Explorer XLT, Front Left, 06-21-2020 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LHD Ford Explorer parked side view by Ominae, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LHD Ford Explorer parked rear view by Ominae, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Explorer XLT interior by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Ford Explorer XLT V8 4WD is a 292-hp 4.6-liter V8 with a 6-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $30,625 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 292 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 315 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).
The Explorer measures 193.4 inches long on a 113.7-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,625 ($46,402 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $31,440 ($47,636 *) |
| Destination Charge | $815 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.6L Modular SOHC 3-valve V8 |
| Displacement | 4.6 L |
| Horsepower | 292 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 315 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Part-time four-wheel drive (Control Trac) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 19 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 22.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Short/long-arm independent front suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Independent rear suspension |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (22.8 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford EXPLORER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Consequence: AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
NHTSA campaign 10E043000
33 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Ford EXPLORER
Owner Complaints
33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford EXPLORER (5 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 FORD EXPLORER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.