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2003 Ford Explorer Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in |
| Length | 189.5 in |
| Width | 72.1 in |
| Height | 71.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4318 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.2 in (over 3 rows) |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2003 Ford Explorer
| 2003 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
I needed the 3rd-row seating to keep 3 boys happy in the back seats - this was one of the main motivations for buying this SUV - and because I was so happy with my 97 Explorer. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Other than a minivan, the explorer had much more room in the third row than other vehicles of comparable size. see full Ford Explorer review |
2003 Ford Explorer Specs: Engines, Transmissions, and Drivetrains
| Engines | Transmissions | Drivetrains |
| 4.0L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5100 254 lb-ft@3700 |
5-speed automatic | RWD |
| AWD | ||
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| 4.6L V8 OHC-2v 239 hp@4750 282 lb-ft@4000 |
5-speed automatic | RWD |
| AWD | ||
| 4WD w/low range |