1998 Ford Explorer
1998 Ford Explorer Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$19,880 - $33,720
Original MSRP:
$18,119 - $30,299
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
1998 Ford Explorer Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 99V164 |
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| Number of Units Affected | 845,000 |
| Summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, the secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot and stick in the open position. If this occurs and the primary hood latch is either not engaged or is released, a hood fly-up could occur. |
| Remedy | Dealers will install a secondary hood latch with components that are coated prior to assembly for improved latch pivot corrosion protection. Owner notification was expected to begin during July 1999. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. |
| Dates of Manufacture | April 1997 - May 1999 |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | 99S18 |
1998 Ford Explorer Models & Prices
1998 Ford Explorer Sport
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr 102" WB Sport | $19,880 | $18,119 | $296 / Month* | |
| 2dr 102" WB Sport 4WD | $22,725 | $20,623 | $336 / Month* | |
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1998 Ford Explorer XL
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr 112" WB XL | $21,560 | $19,598 | $320 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB XL 4WD | $23,480 | $21,287 | $347 / Month* | |
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1998 Ford Explorer XLT
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr 112" WB XLT | $24,740 | $22,396 | $365 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB XLT 4WD | $26,745 | $24,160 | $394 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB XLT AWD | $26,745 | $24,160 | $394 / Month* | |
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1998 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer | $28,910 | $26,066 | $425 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer AWD | $30,465 | $27,434 | $447 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer 4WD | $30,915 | $27,830 | $454 / Month* | |
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1998 Ford Explorer Limited
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr 112" WB Limited | $31,715 | $28,534 | $465 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB Limited AWD | $33,270 | $29,903 | $488 / Month* | |
| 4dr 112" WB Limited 4WD | $33,720 | $30,299 | $494 / Month* | |
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1998 Ford Explorer Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City 14/hwy 18 (5.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | ||
| City 14/hwy 19 (5.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | ||
| City 15/hwy 19 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | ||
| City 15/hwy 19 (4.0L SOHC engine/5-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | • | |
| City 15/hwy 20 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | ||
| City 15/hwy 20 (4.0L SOHC engine/5-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | • | |
| City 16/hwy 20 (4.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | • | ||
| City 17/hwy 21 (4.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black-out B-pillar | • | • | • | • | • |
| Black-painted front/rear bumpers w/rub strips | • | ||||
| Body-color body-side moldings | • | • | • | • | |
| Body-color contoured door handles | • | • | • | • | • |
| Body-color front/rear bumpers w/rub strips | • | ||||
| Body-color grille w/body-color insert & diamond mesh | • | ||||
| Body-color grille w/unique body-color insert | • | ||||
| Bright front/rear bumpers w/body-color rub strips | • | ||||
| Bright front/rear bumpers w/rub strips | • | • | |||
| Bright grille w/painted insert & diamond mesh | • | • | • | ||
| Color-coordinated body-side tape stripe | • | • | |||
| Dual sail-mounted heated pwr mirrors w/puddle lamps | • | ||||
| Dual sail-mounted manual mirrors | • | ||||
| Dual sail-mounted pwr mirrors | • | • | • | ||
| Enhanced appearance privacy glass-inc: rear quarter/door/liftgate windows | • | • | • | ||
| Enhanced appearance privacy glass-inc: rear quarter/liftgate windows | • | ||||
| Flip-open "Opera" windows | • | ||||
| Fog lamps | • | ||||
| Hood/instrument panel sound insulation | • | • | • | • | |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | • | ||||
| Luggage rack w/110# maximum capacity | • | • | |||
| One-piece top-hinged liftgate w/flip-open rear window | • | • | • | • | • |
| Rear window intermittent wiper w/wet-arm washer | • | • | • | ||
| Running boards | • | ||||
| Solar-tinted glass-inc: windshield, front door windows | • | • | • | • | • |
| Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers | • | • | • | • | |
| Tri-color taillamps | • | • | • | • | • |
| Unique 2-tone paint w/Light Prairie Tan tape stripes | • | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (2) color-keyed coat hooks | • | • | • | • | • |
| (3) grab handles | • | • | • | • | • |
| (4) load floor tie-down hooks | • | • | • | • | • |
| 12-volt pwr point | • | • | • | • | • |
| 4-gauge instrument cluster-inc: warning lights, trip odometer, tachometer | • | • | • | • | • |
| 4-passenger seating | • | ||||
| 5-passenger seating | • | • | • | • | |
| 6-way pwr driver seat & driver/front passenger pwr lumbar supports | • | ||||
| Accessory delay feature | • | • | • | • | |
| Ash tray | • | • | • | • | |
| Black cigarette lighter | • | • | • | • | • |
| Black deluxe leather-wrapped steering wheel | • | • | |||
| Black steering wheel | • | • | |||
| Cargo area dome light | • | • | • | • | • |
| Color-keyed 2-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel-inc: auxiliary audio/ climate/speed controls | • | ||||
| Color-keyed door trim panels-inc: leather insert, carpeted lower, front door map pockets, reflectors, seat memory switch | • | ||||
| Color-keyed door trim panels-inc: vinyl insert, carpeted lower, reflectors, front door map pockets | • | • | • | ||
| Color-keyed front/rear carpeted floor mats | • | ||||
| Color-keyed full-length carpet | • | • | • | • | |
| Color-keyed interior moldings-inc: A-pillar, B-pillar, cowl side, liftgate, rear quarter panel | • | • | • | • | • |
| Color-keyed molded cloth headliner | • | • | • | • | • |
| Color-keyed plastic full door trim panels w/armrests | • | ||||
| Color-keyed plastic scuff plates on all doors & liftgate | • | • | • | • | • |
| Deluxe color-keyed full-length carpet | • | ||||
| Deluxe front map/reading lamps | • | ||||
| Dual color-keyed cloth visors w/RH visor vanity mirror | • | ||||
| Dual front 6-way pwr seats & pwr lumbar supports-inc: memory driver seat | • | ||||
| Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors w/auxiliary visors | • | • | • | • | |
| Electrochromic rearview mirror w/autolamp | • | ||||
| Electronic automatic temp control air conditioning | • | ||||
| Electronics group-inc: (2) remote keyless entry transmitters, color-keyed door keypad, anti-theft system, autolock/relock | • | ||||
| Floor console | • | • | |||
| Flow-through air ventilation | • | • | • | • | • |
| Front dome/map light w/door & liftgate courtesy switches | • | • | • | • | |
| Front overhead console-inc: compass, outside temp | • | ||||
| Glove box w/color-keyed latch | • | • | • | • | • |
| Illuminated entry | • | • | • | • | • |
| Large bezel electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette-inc: digital clock, 2-front/2-rear speakers | • | • | |||
| Large bezel electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette-inc: digital clock, 2-front/2-rear speakers {Upgraded by base PEP} | • | ||||
| Large bezel MACH audio system w/cassette, compact disc-inc: digital clock, sub-woofer, 2-front/2-rear speakers, 290-watt peak pwr amplifier, digital signal processor, pwr antenna | • | ||||
| Large bezel premium electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc-inc: digital clock, 2-front/2-rear speakers | • | ||||
| Limited sport leather front bucket seats | • | ||||
| Manual air conditioning | • | • | • | • | |
| Manual day/night rearview mirror | • | • | • | • | |
| Matching split-folding rear seat w/headrests | • | • | • | • | • |
| Message center-inc: fuel, oil life & warning messages | • | ||||
| Perforated vinyl front bucket seats | • | ||||
| Perforated vinyl front bucket seats {Upgraded by base PEP} | • | ||||
| Premium cloth front captain's chairs | • | ||||
| Pwr door locks w/illuminated controls, 2-step unlocking, cargo area button | • | • | • | • | |
| Pwr lock/unlock liftgate button | • | • | • | • | |
| Pwr windows-inc: illuminated controls, "one-touch-down" driver window | • | • | • | • | |
| Rear dome/map/reading lights | • | ||||
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • | ||
| Retractable cargo area cover | • | • | • | ||
| Reversible cargo mat | • | • | |||
| Securilock passive anti-theft system | • | • | • | • | • |
| Soft release parking brake | • | • | • | • | • |
| Speed control | • | • | • | ||
| Sport cloth front bucket seats {Upgraded by base PEP} | • | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel | • | • | • | ||
| Unique color-keyed front/rear carpeted floor mats | • | ||||
| Unique high-series floor console-inc: dual cupholders, ashcup, armrest, rear radio/heat/air conditioning controls | • | ||||
| Warning chimes-inc: headlights-on, key-in-ignition, seat belt | • | • | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
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| (4) 15 x 6.5" 5-hole limited cast aluminum wheels | • | ||||
| (4) 15" x 7.0" 5-hole deep dish cast aluminum wheels | • | ||||
| (4) 15" x 7.0" 5-hole full-face steel wheels | • | ||||
| (4) 15" x 7.0" 5-hole luxury cast aluminum wheels | • | ||||
| (4) 16" x 7.0" polished aluminum wheels | • | ||||
| (5) P225/70R15SL all-season SBR BSW tires | • | • | |||
| (5) P225/70R15SL all-season SBR BSW tires {Upgraded by base PEP} | • | ||||
| (5) P235/75R15SL all-terrain SBR OWL tires | • | • | |||
| (5) P255/70R16 all-terrain SBR OWL tires | • | ||||
| 17.5 gallon fuel tank | • | ||||
| 21.0 gallon fuel tank | • | • | • | • | |
| 2290# capacity front/2650# capacity rear springs | • | ||||
| 2510# capacity front/2650# capacity rear springs | • | ||||
| 2510# capacity front/2900# capacity rear springs | • | • | • | • | |
| 2650# capacity front axle/3200# capacity rear axle | • | ||||
| 2710# capacity front axle/3200# capacity rear axle | • | • | • | • | |
| 2710# capacity front/2950# capacity rear springs | • | • | • | • | |
| 2710# capacity front/3000# capacity rear springs | • | • | • | ||
| 2800# capacity front axle/3200# capacity rear axle | • | ||||
| 2850# capacity front axle/3200# capacity rear axle | • | • | • | • | |
| 3.27 axle ratio | • | • | • | ||
| 3.55 axle ratio | • | • | • | ||
| 3.73 axle ratio | • | • | • | ||
| 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD | • | • | • | ||
| 4-wheel drive | • | • | • | • | • |
| 4.0L (245) SEFI V6 engine | • | • | • | ||
| 4.0L (245) SOHC SEFI V6 engine | • | • | |||
| 4.10 axle ratio | • | ||||
| 5-speed automatic transmission w/OD | • | • | |||
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | • | • | • | ||
| 5.0L (302) SEFI V8 engine | • | • | • | ||
| 72 amp/hr (650-CCA) maintenance-free battery w/battery saver feature | • | • | • | • | • |
| 95-amp alternator | • | • | • | • | • |
| All wheel drive | • | • | • | ||
| All wheel drive transfer case w/skid plate | • | • | • | ||
| Brake/transmission shift interlock | • | • | • | ||
| Control-Trac 4WD transfer case w/skid plate | • | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | • | • | • | • | • |
| Fuel tank skid plate | • | • | • | • | • |
| HD gas shock absorbers | • | • | • | • | • |
| Hood assist gas cylinders | • | • | • | • | • |
| Independent short & long arm front suspension w/torsion bar | • | • | • | • | • |
| Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes w/4-wheel anti-lock system | • | • | • | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • | • | • |
| Rear wheel drive | • | • | • | • | • |
| Single-key system | • | • | • | • | • |
| Super engine cooling | • | • | • | • | • |
| Trailer tow prep pkg w/3500# capacity rear bumper | • | • | • | • | • |
| Underbody-mounted spare tire w/steel wheel | • | • | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system | • | • | • | • | • |
| Child safety rear door locks | • | • | • | • | |
| Cross-cowl beam | • | • | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger Second Generation air bags | • | • | • | • | • |
| Dual note horn | • | • | • | • | • |
| Front adjustable-height shoulder safety belts | • | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear outboard 3-point safety belts | • | • | • | • | • |
| Fuel pump inertia shutoff switch | • | • | • | • | • |
| Side door intrusion beams | • | • | • | • | • |
1998 Ford Explorer Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
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| 400 WATT SINGLE ELEMENT ENGINE BLOCK HEATER | • | • | • | • | • |
| 47P PREMIUM SPORT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 55A XL APPEARANCE GROUP SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 6-DISC REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER | • | ||||
| 6-DISC REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER (REQ: 418 Floor Console) (REQ: 58K or 916 Radio) | • | ||||
| 6-DISC REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg, 58K or 916 Radio) | • | ||||
| 6-DISC REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg, 58K or 916 Radio) | • | ||||
| 6-WAY PWR FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg, F_ Seats) | • | ||||
| 6-WAY PWR FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (REQ:F_ Seats) | • | ||||
| AUTOMATIC RIDE CONTROL | • | ||||
| AUTOMATIC RIDE CONTROL (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: rear intermittent wiper/ washer, rear window defroster, speed control, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/tilt column *Req in New York State* | • | ||||
| CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: rear intermittent wiper/ washer, rear window defroster, tilt steering column, speed-sensitive windshield wipers, speed control *Req in New York State* | • | ||||
| DEEP DISH CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS | • | ||||
| DEEP DISH CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: T7R Tires) | • | ||||
| ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR & AUTOLAMP -inc: auto day/night rearview mirror, auto headlamps (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR & AUTOLAMP -inc: auto day/night rearview mirror, auto headlamps (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR & AUTOLAMP -inc: auto day/night rearview mirror, auto headlamps (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| ELECTRONICS GROUP -inc: 2 remote keyless entry transmitters, color-keyed keypad, anti-theft, autolock/relock, puddle lamps on outside rearview mirrors | • | ||||
| FRONT/REAR FLOOR MATS | • | ||||
| FRONT/REAR/CARGO FLOOR MATS & CARGO COVER | • | ||||
| HIGH SERIES FLOOR CONSOLE -inc: rear heat/air cond/radio controls, dual cupholders (REQ: 151 Electronics Group) | • | ||||
| INTEGRATED REAR CHILD SEAT -inc: rear seat recliner | • | • | • | ||
| INTEGRATED REAR CHILD SEAT -inc: rear seat recliner (N/A w/A_ Seats) | • | ||||
| LICENSE PLATE BRACKET | • | • | • | • | • |
| LUXURY GROUP -inc: high series floor console w/dual cupholders, rear heat/air cond/radio controls, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps/elect compass/outside temp, electronics group w/(2) remote keyless entry transmitters/keypad/anti-theft, autolock/ relock, fog lamps, puddle lamps on outside mirrors (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| LUXURY GROUP -inc: high series floor console w/dual cupholders, rear heat/air cond/radio controls, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps/elect compass/outside temp, electronics group w/(2) remote keyless entry transmitters/keypad/anti-theft, autolock/ relock, fog lamps, puddle lamps on outside mirrors (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| LUXURY GROUP -inc: high series floor console w/dual cupholders, rear heat/air cond/radio controls, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps/elect compass/outside temp, electronics group w/(2) remote keyless entry transmitters/keypad/anti-theft, autolock/ relock, fog lamps, puddle lamps on outside mirrors (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| MACH AUDIO SYSTEM W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC -inc: 290-watt peak pwr amplifier, sub-woofer, clock, digital signal processor, pwr antenna (REQ: 418 Floor Console) | • | ||||
| MACH AUDIO SYSTEM W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC -inc: 290-watt peak pwr amplifier, sub-woofer, clock, digital signal processor, pwr antenna (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| MACH AUDIO SYSTEM W/CASSETTE, COMPACT DISC -inc: 290-watt peak pwr amplifier, sub-woofer, clock, digital signal processor, pwr antenna (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *Shipped separately* *Dealer installed* | • | ||||
| PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE *Shipped separately* *Dealer installed* | • | ||||
| PREMIUM ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/ CASSETTE & COMPACT DISC -inc: clock | • | • | |||
| PREMIUM ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/ CASSETTE & COMPACT DISC -inc: clock (REQ: 942A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| PREMIUM ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/ COMPACT DISC -inc: clock (N/A w/91P 6-Disc CD Changer) | • | ||||
| PREMIUM ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/ COMPACT DISC -inc: clock (REQ: 52N Convenience Pkg or 21G Speed Control/Tilt Wheel) | • | ||||
| PREMIUM GROUP -inc: elect auto temp control, elect message center w/fuel/oil level/warning displays, MACH audio system w/compact disc & cassette, 2-spoke steering wheel w/aux audio/ climate/speed controls (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| PREMIUM SPORT PKG -inc: medium platinum wheellip moldings/front & rear bumpers/side step bar, 15" chrome wheels, rear tow hook, premium elect AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc, 3.73 axle ratio (N/A w/X41 or X45 Axle) (w/582 Radio REQ:52N Convenience Pkg) *GROSS* | • | ||||
| PREMIUM SPORT PKG -inc: medium platinum wheellip moldings/front & rear bumpers/side step bar, rear tow hook, P255/70R16 tires, 16" polished aluminum wheels, premium elect AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc, 4.10 axle ratio (w/582 Radio REQ: 52N Convenience Pkg) (REQ: X42 or XD2 Axle) *GROSS* | • | ||||
| PRICED DORA | • | • | • | • | • |
| PRIVACY GLASS (REQ: 55A XL Appearance Group) *1998 PRICE TO FOLLOW* | • | ||||
| PUDDLE LAMP DELETE (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *Replaces pwr puddle lamp mirrors w/STD pwr mirrors on stock orders* *CREDIT* | • | ||||
| PWR MOONROOF -inc: shade, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps | • | ||||
| PWR MOONROOF -inc: shade, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| PWR MOONROOF -inc: shade, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| PWR MOONROOF -inc: shade, front overhead console w/rear reading lamps (REQ: 946A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| REGIONAL PKG CODE (REQ: 47P Premium Sport Pkg, 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| RUNNING BOARDS (REQ: 55A XL Appearance Group) | • | ||||
| RUNNING BOARDS *Deletes STD rocker moldings* | • | ||||
| RUNNING BOARDS NOT DESIRED *Retains rocker moldings* *CREDIT* | • | ||||
| SIDE STEP BAR | • | ||||
| SPEED CONTROL/TILT WHEEL (REQ: 55A Appearance Group) *1998 PRICE TO FOLLOW* | • | ||||
| XL APPEARANCE GROUP -inc: body-color grille, body-color body-side molding w/chrome insert, luggage rack, deep-dish cast aluminum wheels, P235/75R15SL all-terrain OWL tires, rear window wiper/washer/defroster, pwr windows/ door locks/mirrors, cloth captains chairs *Affects Color Availability* *GROSS* | • |
AXLE Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
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| 3.27 AXLE RATIO (N/A w/428 Emissions or 47P Sport Pkg) (w/99X Engine REQ: 44M Trans) | • | ||||
| 3.27 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 44M Trans) | • | • | |||
| 3.27 AXLE RATIO (w/428 Emissions REQ: 99X Engine) (w/99X Engine REQ: 44M Trans) (N/A w/47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (N/A w/428 Emissions) | • | ||||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 428 Emissions) (N/A w/47P Sport Pkg) (w/99X Engine REQ: 44M Trans) | • | ||||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 428 Emissions, 99E Engine) (N/A w/47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 44M Trans) | • | ||||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99E Engine) | • | • | |||
| 3.55 AXLE RATIO (w/428 Emissions REQ: 99X Engine) (w/99X Engine REQ: 44M Trans) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 428 Emissions) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 44D Trans) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99X Engine, 44D Trans) | • | • | |||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99X Engine, 44D Trans) (N/A w/47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ:44D Trans) (w/99E Engine REQ: 428 Emissions) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg | • | • | • | • | • |
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg (N/A w/47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| 3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg (REQ: 99P Engine) | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 99E Engine) | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg (REQ: 47P Sport Pkg, 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| 4.10 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL -inc: trailer towing pkg (REQ: 99E Engine) | • |
EMISSIONS Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
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| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS | • | • | • | • | • |
| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped/ sold to California/Massachusetts/New York/ Connecticut dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions) | • | • | • | • | • |
| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) | • | • | • | • | • |
| HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS | • | • | • | • | • |
| NON-CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/ CONNECTICUT DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/ MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT REGISTRATION *req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York Connecticut registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/ Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut location* (REQ: 422 Emissions) | • | • | • | • | • |
| NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *for units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions) | • | • | • | • | • |
| STANDARD EMISSIONS | • | • | • | • | • |
ENGINE Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L (245) SEFI V6 ENGINE (STD) | • | • | • | ||
| 4.0L (245) SOHC SEFI V6 ENGINE (REQ: 44D Trans) | • | • | |||
| 4.0L (245) SOHC SEFI V6 ENGINE (STD) | • | • | |||
| 5.0L (302) SEFI V8 ENGINE | • | • | • | ||
| 5.0L (302) SEFI V8 ENGINE -inc: 3.73 limited slip axle (REQ: 44U Trans) | • | • | |||
| 5.0L (302) SEFI V8 ENGINE -inc: 3.73 limited slip axle, P235/75R15SL all-terrain OWL tires (REQ: 44U Trans) | • |
NOTE Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ** ALL VEHICLES SOLD IN 1998 FOR $36,000 AND ABOVE WITH A GVWR OF 6,000 LBS OR LESS ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX ** | • | • |
PAINT Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCKER 2-TONE PAINT (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| SOLID PAINT (STD) | • | • | • | • | |
| UNIQUE 2-TONE PAINT (STD) | • |
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 931A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 931A SPORT SPECIAL BONUS DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 934A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 941A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 942A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 945A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| 946A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | ||||
| EDDIE BAUER PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: leather sport bucket seats, luxury group, premium group, MACH audio system w/cassette, compact disc, running boards *Deletes STD rocker moldings* *GROSS* | • | ||||
| EDDIE BAUER PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: leather sport bucket seats, running boards *Deletes STD rocker moldings* *GROSS* | • | ||||
| LIMITED PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc:*Contents listed in STD equipment* | • | ||||
| SPORT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: P235/75R15 all-terrain OWL tires, 100# maximum capacity luggage rack, 5-speed auto trans, cloth sport bucket seats, luxury group, front/rear floor mats *GROSS* | • | ||||
| SPORT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: P235/75R15 all-terrain OWL tires, 100# maximum capacity luggage rack, cloth captain's chairs *GROSS* | • | ||||
| XL PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: base vehicle only | • | ||||
| XLT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: premium elect AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc, 110# max capacity luggage rack *GROSS* | • | ||||
| XLT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: premium elect AM/FM stereo radio w/compact disc, 110# maximum capacity luggage rack, 5-speed auto trans, cloth sport bucket seats, luxury group, front/rear/cargo floor mats, cargo cover *GROSS* | • |
REGION Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO, KANSAS CITY, TWIN CITIES, DENVER, SEATTLE REGION | • | ||||
| NATIONAL REGION | • |
SEAT TYPE Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLOTH CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS -inc: floor console | • | ||||
| CLOTH CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS -inc: floor console (REQ: 931A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| CLOTH CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS -inc: floor console (STD) (REQ: 941A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| CLOTH FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: floor consolette w/stowage bin (REQ: 941A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| CLOTH FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: floor consolette w/stowage bin (REQ: 941A Preferred Equipment Pkg) (N/A w/44M Trans) | • | ||||
| CLOTH FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports, floor console | • | ||||
| CLOTH FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports, floor console (REQ: 582, 58K or 916 Radio) | • | ||||
| CLOTH FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports, floor console *CREDIT* | • | ||||
| LEATHER FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: floor console, 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports | • | ||||
| LEATHER FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: floor console, 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports (REQ: 934A Preferred Equipment Pkg) (REQ: 582, 58K or 916 Radio) | • | ||||
| LEATHER FRONT SPORT BUCKET SEATS -inc: floor console, 6-way pwr driver seat, dual front pwr lumbar supports (REQ: 945A Preferred Equipment Pkg) | • | ||||
| LUXURY LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: dual 6-way pwr seats, dual pwr lumbar supports, 3-position driver seat memory (STD) | • | ||||
| PERFORATED VINYL FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) | • |
TIRES Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P225/70R15SL ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) | • | • | |||
| P225/70R15SL ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) (N/A w/99P Engine) | • | ||||
| P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES | • | • | |||
| P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (REQ: 55A XL Appearance Group) | • | ||||
| P235/75R15SL ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES (STD) | • | • | |||
| P255/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P255/70R16 spare tire (REQ: 47P Sport Pkg) | • | ||||
| P255/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL TIRES -inc: P255/70R16 spare tire (STD) | • |
TRANSMISSION Options
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD | • | ||||
| 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: 99P Engine) | • | • | |||
| 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) | • | • | |||
| 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: brake/shift interlock (REQ: 99P Engine) | • | ||||
| 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) | • | • | |||
| 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) (REQ: 99E Engine) | • | • | |||
| 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: brake/shift interlock | • | • | • | ||
| 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: brake/shift interlock (N/A w/99P Engine) | • | ||||
| 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) (REQ: 99X Engine) | • | • | • |
1998 Ford Explorer Technical Specifications
Brakes
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.3 x 1.02 | 11.3 x 1.02 | 11.3 x 1.02 | 11.3 x 1.02 | 11.3 x 1.02 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.2 x 0.47 | 11.2 x 0.47 | 11.2 x 0.47 | 11.2 x 0.47 | 11.2 x 0.47 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | 41.9 | 41.9 | 41.9 | 41.9 | 41.9 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 69.4 | 81.6 | 81.6 | 81.6 | 81.6 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 32.6 | 42.6 | 42.6 | 42.6 | 42.6 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) |
Engine
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0L/245 | 4.0L/245 | 4.0L/245 | 4.0L/245 | 4.0L/245 |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 160 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 | 205 @ 5000 | 205 @ 5000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 225 @ 2750 | 225 @ 2750 | 225 @ 2750 | 250 @ 3000 | 250 @ 3000 |
Exterior Dimensions
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 67.0 | 67.7 | 67.7 | 67.7 | 67.7 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 101.7 | 111.6 | 111.6 | 111.6 | 111.6 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.2 | 70.2 | 70.2 | 70.2 | 70.2 |
Fuel Tank
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 17.5 | 21.0 | 21.0 | 21.0 | 21.0 |
Steering
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.7 | 37.3 | 37.3 | 37.3 | 37.3 |
Tires
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P235/75R15 | P225/70R15 | P225/70R15 | P255/70R16 | P235/75R15 |
| Rear Tire Size | P235/75R15 | P225/70R15 | P225/70R15 | P255/70R16 | P235/75R15 |
Transmission
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD, | Automatic w/OD, | Automatic w/OD, | Automatic w/OD, | Automatic w/OD, |
| Trans Type | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Vehicle
| Sport | XL | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.9 | 39.9 | 39.9 | 39.9 | 39.9 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.7 | 57.9 | 57.9 | 57.9 | 57.9 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 39.1 | 39.3 | 39.3 | 39.3 | 39.3 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 34.5 | 36.8 | 36.8 | 36.8 | 36.8 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 57.9 | 56.8 | 56.8 | 56.8 | 56.8 |
1998 Ford Explorer Safety Features
Safety Features
| Driver & front passenger Second Generation air bags |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system |
| Front/rear outboard 3-point safety belts |
| Front adjustable-height shoulder safety belts |
| Side door intrusion beams |
| Cross-cowl beam |
| Fuel pump inertia shutoff switch |
| Dual note horn |
| Child safety rear door locks |
| Brake/transmission shift interlock |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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