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2005 Ford Explorer MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Ford Explorer is a SUV offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2004 model. Among 76 SUVs rated for 2005, it ranks 39th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 14 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #39 of 76 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Ford Explorer's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway198.112.4
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 2005 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Ford Escape24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda Tribute24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Toyota RAV423 MPG $2,022
  6. 39Ford Explorer16 MPG $2,906
  7. 76Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2005 ExplorerOther SUVsClass median: $2,821/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Explorer MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer 2WD		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer Sport Trac 2WD FFV		 Flex-fuel 13 MPG 19 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer Sport Trac 4WD FFV		 Flex-fuel 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Explorer 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2005 Ford Explorer vs. rivals

vs GMC Yukon 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Tahoe 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Mountaineer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Durango 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet TrailBlazer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Envoy 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Isuzu Ascender 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sorento 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Rainier 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Suburban 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Explorer saves $194/yr vs Toyota Sequoia 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Explorer saves $194/yr vs Chevrolet Avalanche 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Explorer saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Ford Explorer?

Up to 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Ford Explorer use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Ford Explorer?

The 2005 Ford Explorer's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Ford Explorer per year?

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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