2018 Ford Explorer Specifications Overview
The 2018 Ford Explorer is certified across 7 configurations with 2.3L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S6). EPA classified under the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (7)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer FWD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 2.3L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Explorer 2WD FFV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 |
| Explorer FWD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Explorer AWD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 2.3L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Explorer AWD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Explorer AWD FFV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 |
| Explorer AWD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV FWD
- 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.