2011 Ford Explorer Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$28,360 - $39,535

Original MSRP:
$26,886 - $36,772

2011 Ford Explorer Review
The 2011 Ford Explorer is a 4-door, 7-passenger new SUV that has been restyled from 2010. The 2011 Ford Explorer is offered in 6 models beginning with the Base FWD and extending to the Limited 4WD. The 2011 Ford Explorer models have a 3.5 liter, V6, 290hp engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2011 Ford Explorer carries a 36,000/36 month basic warranty and averages over 10 MPG in the city and 22mpg on the highway.

The 2011 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD comes with the following standard features: full power accessories, vehicle anti-theft, rear child safety door locks, traction control and stability control, hill start/descent control, 4-wheel ABS brakes, selectable 4-wheel drive, automatic locking hubs, roadside assistance warranty, Bluetooth® wireless access, CD player, MP3 player, 2 USB ports, SD card reader, front fog lights, automatic headlights, front air dam, rear spoiler, automatic climate controls, engine start/stop button, temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, cruise control, digital clock, leather steering wheel, universal garage door opener, power foot pedals, intelligent access card key, power trunk, remote ignition, rear electronic parking aid with camera, rear wiper, exterior rails, front dual power/heated/memory/leather/lumbar seats, power/heated/memory/signaling exterior mirrors and tinted glass. *All listed features may not come standard on other models.

Some optional upgrades for the 2011 Ford Models include - a dual panel sunroof, second row console, luxury seating package, DVD headrests, blind spot information detection system, towing package, roof rack cross rails and a navigation system.

The 2011 Ford Explorer is a new suv under $30,000 that has a starting price of $28,190.

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Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 24V031000
Mfg's Report Date January 19, 2024
Component STRUCTURE
Number of Units Affected 1,889,110
Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.
Consequence A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the A-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed March 13, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available, anticipated later second half of 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S02.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

2011 Ford Explorer Models & Prices

2011 Ford Explorer Base
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
FWD 4dr Base $28,360 $26,886 $438 / Month*
4WD 4dr Base $30,360 $28,726 $468 / Month*

2011 Ford Explorer XLT
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
FWD 4dr XLT $31,520 $29,479 $481 / Month*
4WD 4dr XLT $33,520 $31,299 $510 / Month*

2011 Ford Explorer Limited
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
FWD 4dr Limited $37,535 $34,952 $570 / Month*
4WD 4dr Limited $39,535 $36,772 $599 / Month*

2011 Ford Explorer Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
Base XLT Limited
17" steel wheels    
18" painted aluminum wheels    
20" painted aluminum wheels    
2nd/3rd row privacy glass
Auto on/off headlamps  
Bi-functional projector beam headlamps
Black door handles    
Black folding heated pwr mirrors -inc: integrated blind spot mirrors, LED turn signals, approach lights    
Black folding pwr mirrors -inc: integrated blind spot mirrors    
Black lower bodyside cladding    
Black lower bodyside cladding w/chrome accent  
Black roof rack side rails w/black end caps    
Black wheel lip molding
Body-color grille    
Body-color pwr folding heated pwr mirrors -inc: integrated blind spot mirrors, LED turn signals, approach lights, driver's memory    
Body-color spoiler
Chrome door handles  
Easy fuel capless fuel filler
Fog lamps  
Foundry grey painted grille    
Front speed sensitive wipers
Mini spare tire
P245/60R18 all-season BSW tires    
P245/65R17 all-season BSW tires    
P255/50R20 all-season BSW tires    
Rear 2-speed intermittent wiper
Satin silver finish grille    
Silver roof rack side rails  
Upper body color/lower black front/rear bumpers
INTERIOR Features
Base XLT Limited
110V outlet    
12V pwr points -inc: (2) front, (1) second row, (1) cargo area
2nd/3rd seat rear map light
50/50 split-folding 3rd row seat
60/40 split-folding 2nd row bench seat  
60/40 split-folding 2nd row seat w/armrest & dual cupholders    
Air filtration system
Ambient lighting    
Bright Galvano over LA Grain appliques    
Cargo area hooks
Cargo net    
Cloth front bucket seats -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, manual driver lumbar & recline, 2-way manual passenger seat w/manual recline    
Color-keyed cloth sunvisors -inc: covered vanity mirrors    
Color-keyed cloth sunvisors -inc: illum vanity mirrors  
Cruise control
Dark Galvano appliques    
Dual zone electronic automatic temp control w/auxiliary air cond    
Electrochromic rearview mirror w/microphone    
Floor console w/armrest & storage
Front/rear color-keyed carpeted floor mats
Front/rear scuff plates
Grab handles -inc: (1) at passenger seat, (2) in 2nd row
Illuminated entry
Instrument cluster color LCD display  
Intelligent access w/push button start    
Leather trimmed heated front bucket seats -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr lumbar & recline, 6-way pwr passenger seat w/manual recline & lumbar, driver seat memory, 4-way driver & front passenger head restraints    
Leather wrapped shift knob  
Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/audio & cruise controls  
Load floor tie-down hooks
Manual climate control w/auxiliary air cond  
Media hub w/auxiliary input jack w/courtesy light  
Olive Ash Dark Brown Woodgrain appliques    
Overhead console w/lights & sunglass holder
Perimeter alarm  
Pwr adjustable pedals w/memory    
Pwr door locks
Pwr windows w/1-touch driver & front passenger up/down  
Pwr windows w/1-touch driver down    
Rear window defogger
Remote keyless entry w/(2) key fobs    
Remote start    
SecuriCode remote keyless entry w/keypad  
SecuriLock passive anti-theft system
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/audio & cruise controls    
Unique cloth front bucket seats -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, manual driver lumbar & recline, 2-way manual passenger seat w/manual recline    
Universal garage door opener    
MECHANICAL Features
Base XLT Limited
175-amp alternator    
200-amp alternator  
3.16 axle ratio
3.39 axle ratio
3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine
4-wheel drive
58-amp/hr maintenance-free battery -inc: battery saver feature  
6-speed automatic transmission w/OD    
6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission  
72-amp/hr maintenance-free battery -inc: battery saver feature    
Dual chrome exhaust tips
Front recovery hooks
Front wheel drive
Independent front/rear suspension
Pwr steering
Trailer sway control
SAFETY Features
Base XLT Limited
2nd generation dual front airbags
2nd generation dual front side seat airbags
4-wheel antilock disc brakes
AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Belt-Minder feature
Front passenger sensing system
Hill descent control
Hill start assist
LATCH system on rear outboard seat locations
MyKey system inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable sound chimes, Beltminder w/audio mute
Rear door child safety locks
Rearview camera    
Reverse sensing system  
Safety Canopy -inc: side curtain airbags, rollover sensor
Seat belts -inc: pretensioners, energy management system, adjustable height in 1st row
SOS Post Crash Alert System
Terrain management system
Tire pressure monitoring system
Traction control
ENTERTAINMENT Features
Base XLT Limited
(6) audio speakers  
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player
MyFord Touch -inc: (2) driver configurable 4.2" color LCD displays in cluster, 8" LCD color touch-screen in center, media hub w/USB ports (2), SD card reader & audio/video input jacks, 5-way controls located on steering wheel    
Premium audio sound system -inc: HD radio, (12) speakers    
Roof mounted antenna
SIRIUS satellite radio w/6-month subscription *N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*  
SYNC voice-activated communications & entertainment system -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel audio controls, USB port, audio input jack, vehicle health report, turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic, (911) Assist, vehicle health reports, traffic reports, GPS based turn-by-turn driving directions and info service *Includes 3 year subscription for traffic reports, GPS turn by turn navigation & info services*    

2011 Ford Explorer Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
Base XLT Limited
20" POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS -inc: P255/50R20 all-season BSW tires (REQ: 201A or 202A Rapid Spec)    
20" POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS -inc: P255/50R20 all-season BSW tires (REQ: 301A or 302A Rapid Spec)    
2ND ROW BUCKET SEATS (N/A w/300A Rapid Spec)    
2ND ROW CONSOLE (REQ: 301A or 302A Rapid Spec & 173 2nd Row Seats)    
ALL WEATHER RUBBER FLOOR MATS
BLIND SPOT INFO SYSTEM W/CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT    
BLIND SPOT INFO SYSTEM W/CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (REQ: 202A Rapid Spec)    
CARGO SHADE (DIO)
CLASS III TRAILER TOW PKG -inc: engine oil cooler, tire mobility kit, 4.7-pin wiring harness (REQ: 44C Trans)
DUAL PANEL MOONROOF    
DUAL PANEL MOONROOF (N/A w/200A Rapid Spec)    
DVD HEADREST (DIO)  
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET
PRICED DORA
PWR LIFTGATE    
PWR LIFTGATE (N/A w/200A Rapid Spec)    
REAR 2ND ROW OUTBOARD SEATING POSITION INFLATABLE SEATBELTS    
REAR 2ND ROW OUTBOARD SEATING POSITION INFLATABLE SEATBELTS (N/A w/200A Rapid Spec)    
ROOF RACK CROSSBARS (DIO)
SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO W/6-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION *N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
SPLASH GUARDS (DIO)
VOICE ACTIVATED NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: in dash screen, CD/MP3 player, SD card for map, POI storage, integrated SIRIUS Travel Link w/6-month subscription (REQ: 202A Rapid Spec) *SIRIUS Travel Link N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
VOICE ACTIVATED NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: in dash screen, CD/MP3 player, SD card for map, POI storage, integrated SIRIUS Travel Link w/6-month subscription *SIRIUS Travel Link N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
EMISSIONS Options
Base XLT Limited
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *Required on units for CA, CT, ME, MA, MD, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT & WA registration. Optional for Cross-Border States*
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS FOR PUBLIC SERVICE/ EMERGENCY VEHICLES *This exemption may only apply in certain states. Ordering dealer is responsible to contact the proper state authorities for clarification on qualifying exempted vehicles for registration. Only available on units sold for authorized public service or emergency service use* (REQ: 423 Emissions)
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *For units shipped to or ordered by California Emission States dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard Emissions) *In ME, RI & VT dealers cannot order vehicles for customers in non-California Emission State locations (except Public Service/Emergency Vehicles)*
NON-CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS/NON-CROSS-BORDER STATES DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STATES REGISTRATION *Required on all units ordered by dealers for California Emissions States registration when vehicle is being delivered to a non-California Emissions/non-Cross-Border States location* (REQ: 422 Emissions)
STANDARD EMISSIONS
ENGINE Options
Base XLT Limited
3.5L TI-VCT V6 ENGINE (STD)
PAINT Options
Base XLT Limited
BLACK *Late Availability*
BORDEAUX RESERVE RED METALLIC  
GOLD LEAF METALLIC  
GOLDEN BRONZE METALLIC  
INGOT SILVER METALLIC
KONA BLUE METALLIC
RED CANDY METALLIC TINTED CLEARCOAT
STERLING GREY METALLIC  
WHITE PLATINUM METALLIC TRI-COAT  
WHITE SUEDE  
PAINT SCHEME Options
Base XLT Limited
STANDARD PAINT
SEAT TYPE Options
Base XLT Limited
CHARCOAL BLACK, LEATHER HEATED LOW BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS (REQ: 300A Rapid Spec)    
CHARCOAL BLACK, LEATHER HEATED LOW BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr driver lumbar & recline, 6-way passenger seat w/manual lumbar & recline (REQ: 202A Rapid Spec)    
CHARCOAL BLACK, PERFORATED LEATHER TRIMMED HEATED/COOLED FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr driver lumbar & recline, 10-way passenger seat w/pwr lumbar (N/A w/300A Rapid Spec)    
CHARCOAL BLACK, UNIQUE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (N/A w/202A Rapid Spec)    
MEDIUM LIGHT STONE, CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, manual driver lumbar & recline, 2-way manual passenger seat w/manual recline    
MEDIUM LIGHT STONE, LEATHER HEATED LOW BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS (REQ: 300A Rapid Spec)    
MEDIUM LIGHT STONE, LEATHER HEATED LOW BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr driver lumbar & recline, 6-way passenger seat w/manual lumbar & recline (REQ: 202A Rapid Spec)    
MEDIUM LIGHT STONE, PERFORATED LEATHER TRIMMED HEATED/COOLED FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr driver lumbar & recline, 10-way passenger seat w/pwr lumbar (N/A w/300A Rapid Spec)    
MEDIUM LIGHT STONE, UNIQUE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (N/A w/202A Rapid Spec)    
PECAN, PERFORATED LEATHER TRIMMED HEATED/COOLED FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr driver lumbar & recline, 10-way passenger seat w/pwr lumbar (N/A w/300A Rapid Spec)    
SERIES ORDER CODE Options
Base XLT Limited
100A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: base vehicle    
200A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: base vehicle    
201A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: MyFord Touch w/(2) driver configurable 4.2" color LCD displays in cluster, 8" LCD color touch-screen in center, media hub w/USB ports (2), SD card reader & audio/video input jacks, 5-way controls located on steering wheel, Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack, electrochromic interior rearview mirror, premium audio system w/(8) speakers, rearview camera, (911) Assist, vehicle health reports, traffic reports, GPS based turn-by-turn driving directions and info service, dual-zone elect temp *Deletes Std Auxiliary Input Jack* *SIRIUS satellite radio N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
202A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: MyFord Touch w/(2) driver configurable 4.2" color LCD displays in cluster, 8" LCD color touch-screen in center, media hub w/USB ports (2), SD card reader & audio/video input jacks, 5-way controls located on steering wheel, Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack, electrochromic interior rearview mirror, (911) Assist, vehicle health reports, traffic reports, GPS based turn-by-turn driving directions and info service, premium audio system w/(8) speakers, rearview camera, dual-zone elect temp, leather trimmed seats w/10-way pwr driver & 6-way front pwr passenger, 4-way driver & front passenger head restraints (w/50R DVD Headrest front head restraints become 2-way pwr) *Deletes Std Auxiliary Input Jack* *SIRIUS satellite radio N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
300A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: base vehicle    
301A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: pwr fold 3rd row seat, Perforated leather trimmed seats, heated/cooled front seats, 10-way pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar, voice-activated navigation system w/in-dash screen, SD card for map POI storage, CD/MP3 player, integrated SIRIUS Travel Link w/6-month subscription *SIRIUS satellite radio N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
302A RAPID SPEC ORDER CODE -inc: pwr fold 3rd row seat, Perforated leather trimmed seats, heated/cooled front seats, 10-way pwr passenger seat w/lumbar, voice-activated navigation system w/in-dash screen, SD card for map POI storage, CD/MP3 player, integrated SIRIUS Travel Link w/6-month subscription, pwr liftgate, active park assist, adaptive cruise control & collision warning w/brake support, rain sensing wipers, blind spot info system w/traffic control, HID headlights *SIRIUS satellite radio N/A in Alaska or Hawaii*    
RAPID SPEC DISCOUNT (REQ: 202A Rapid Spec) *DISCOUNT*    
RAPID SPEC DISCOUNT (REQ: 302A Rapid Spec) *DISCOUNT*    
TRANSMISSION Options
Base XLT Limited
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)    
6-SPEED SELECTSHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (STD)  
6-SPEED SELECTSHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: 52T Class III Trailer Tow Package)

2011 Ford Explorer Technical Specifications

Brakes
Base XLT Limited
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Base XLT Limited
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 80.7 80.7 80.7
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 43.8 43.8 43.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) 21.0 21.0 21.0
Engine
Base XLT Limited
Displacement 3.5L/213 3.5L/213 3.5L/213
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 290 @ 6500 290 @ 6500 290 @ 6500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 255 @ 4100 255 @ 4100 255 @ 4100
Exterior Dimensions
Base XLT Limited
Height, Overall (in) 70.4 70.4 70.4
Length, Overall (in) 197.1 197.1 197.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Wheelbase (in) 112.6 112.6 112.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 78.9 78.9 78.9
Fuel Tank
Base XLT Limited
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 18.6 18.6 18.6
Steering
Base XLT Limited
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Steering Type Pwr Pwr Pwr
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Suspension
Base XLT Limited
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson MacPherson MacPherson
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-link Multi-link Multi-link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Tires
Base XLT Limited
Front Tire Size P245/65R17 P245/60R18 P255/50R20
Rear Tire Size P245/65R17 P245/60R18 P255/50R20
Transmission
Base XLT Limited
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 6 6 6
Vehicle
Base XLT Limited
Front Head Room (in) 41.4 41.4 41.4
Front Leg Room (in) 40.6 40.6 40.6
Front Shoulder Room (in) 61.3 61.3 61.3
Passenger Capacity 6 6 6
Passenger Volume (ft) 151.7 151.7 151.7
Second Head Room (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Second Leg Room (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Second Shoulder Room (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Weight Information
Base XLT Limited
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 4557 4557 4557

2011 Ford Explorer Safety Features

Safety Features
Hill start assist
4-wheel antilock disc brakes
Traction control
AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control (RSC)
2nd generation dual front airbags
2nd generation dual front side seat airbags
Front passenger sensing system
Safety Canopy -inc: side curtain airbags, rollover sensor
MyKey system inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable sound chimes, Beltminder w/audio mute
SOS Post Crash Alert System
Seat belts -inc: pretensioners, energy management system, adjustable height in 1st row
Belt-Minder feature
Rear door child safety locks
LATCH system on rear outboard seat locations
Tire pressure monitoring system
Reverse sensing system
Rearview camera
Hill descent control
Terrain management system
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A