The engine in the Ford Explorer's base trims is a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder with 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, good for a 0-60 sprint in the mid-six-second range. Top speed is WxCIT. The 3.5L EcoBoost is a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline direct-injected and turbocharged engine, firstly introduced in 2007 under the name TwinForce. The main idea behind this power unit was the creation of a solid alternative to a large-displacement V8 engine, such as the V8 coyote sourced engine. The Explorer comes standard with a 3.5-liter V6 engine that puts out 290 horsepower. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard. The base engine has OK power, and while the acceleration won't wow you, it also won't hold you back. "The standard 290-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 on the Ford Explorer is fine for most people, offering decent power and acceptable fuel economy. The 2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine makes a good argument for itself though. Despite being a little down on power compared to the V6, the EcoBoost four offers notably more torque. Available in Base, XLT, and Limited trims, the standard 3.5L V6 outputs 290 horsepower and 255 lb.-ft. of torque with an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 17 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway. The Explorer was introduced with a 155 hp 4.0 L Cologne V6, replacing the 2.9L V6 of the Bronco II; the engine was shared with the Ford Aerostar and the Ranger. A Mazda M5OD 5-speed manual was the standard transmission offering, with the option of the Ford 4-speed A4LD overdrive automatic transmission. The engine in the Ford Explorer's base trims is a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder with 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, good for a 0-60 sprint in the mid-six-second range. Top speed is

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