Ford Explorer, 1990–1994
Ford Explorer 1st generation specifications
The Ford Explorer 1st generation was built from 1990 to 1994. This page lists all 13 versions (crossover) with 158–162 hp and 305–316 Nm of torque.
- 158–162 hp
- Power (118–121 kW)
- 305–316 Nm
- Torque (225–233 lb-ft)
- 10.5–12.5 s
- 0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
- 170 km/h
- Highest top speed (106 mph)
All versions
From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 AT Sport SUV 3-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 12.5 s | 145 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | Rear wheel drive |
| 4.0 AT SUV 5-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 12.5 s | 145 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | Rear wheel drive |
| 4.0 AT 4x4 Sport SUV 3-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 11 s | 145 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | All wheel drive |
| 4.0 AT 4x4 SUV 5-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 11 s | 145 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | All wheel drive |
| 4.0 MT Sport SUV 3-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 10.5 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Rear wheel drive |
| 4.0 MT SUV 5-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 10.8 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Rear wheel drive |
| 4.0 MT 4x4 Sport SUV 3-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 11 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Rear wheel drive |
| 4.0 MT 4x4 SUV 5-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 158 hp 118 kW | 305 Nm | 10.5 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | All wheel drive |
| 4.0 AT SUV 5-doors | 4.0 litre gasoline | 162 hp 121 kW | 316 Nm | 12 s | 170 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | All wheel drive |
| 4.0 AT RWD SUV 5-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 4.0 AT RWD Sport SUV 3-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 4.0 MT AWD Sport SUV 3-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 4.0 MT RWD SUV 5-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,681 mm | 184 in |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1,790 mm | 70 in |
| Height | 1,800 mm | 71 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,842 mm | 112 in |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm | 6 in |
| Kerb weight | 1,670–1,899 kg | 3,682–4,187 lb |
| Boot space | 1,206–2,311 litres | 43–82 cu ft |
| Seats | 4 | |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 35 ft |
| Fuel tank | 72 litres | 19 US gal |
| Towing (braked trailer) | up to 4,309 kg | 9,500 lb |
Questions about the Ford Explorer 1st generation
What is the most powerful Ford Explorer 1st generation?
The 4.0 AT suv 5-doors, with 162 hp (121 kW) and 316 Nm of torque.
How fast is the Ford Explorer 1st generation from 0 to 100 km/h?
The quickest version, the 4.0 MT sport suv 3-doors, takes 10.5 seconds; the slowest takes 12.5 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.
What engines does the Ford Explorer 1st generation have?
A 4.0 litre engine, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.
How big is the Ford Explorer 1st generation?
About 4,681 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,800 mm tall (184 in long), weighing 1,670–1,899 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.
Every Ford Explorer generation
- 1st generation 1990–1994
- 2nd generation 1994–2001
- 2nd generation, second facelift 2001–2003
- 2nd generation, facelift 2001–2003
- 3rd generation 2001–2006
- 4th generation 2005–2010
- 5th generation 2010–2015
- 5th generation, facelift 2015–2018
- 5th generation, second facelift 2017–2019
- 6th generation 2019–present
- 6th generation, facelift (China market) 2022–present
Ford Explorer overview: current engines, dimensions and markets
Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.