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2008 Ford Explorer Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2008 Ford Explorer 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Standard Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5100 254 lb-ft@3700 | 4.0L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5100 254 lb-ft@3700 | 4.0L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5100 254 lb-ft@3700 |
| Optional Engine(s) | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range |
| AWD | AWD | ||
| Standard Tires | 235/70R16 tires | 245/65R17 tires | 235/65R18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 245/65R17 tires | 235/65R18 tires | 255/50R20 tires |
| 235/60R18 tires | 255/50R20 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 Ford Explorer Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
4WD system is great - especially in Snow/Mud see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2008 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Ford Explorer.