2017 Ford Explorer

SUV Regular
Ford Explorer 2017
22MPG Combined
5 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2017 Ford Explorer. As a SUV, it achieves 18–22 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2017 Ford Explorer Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG18–22 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG19
Highway MPG27
Body StyleSUV
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveAWD
Available Trims5

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
4 cyl18/25/212.3L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
6 cyl16/23/193.5L 6cylAutomatic (S6)
6 cyl16/22/183.5L 6cylAutomatic (S6)
4 cyl19/27/222.3L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
6 cyl17/24/203.5L 6cylAutomatic (S6)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2017 Ford Explorer costs approximately $2,210 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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