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2012 Ford Explorer FWD
The 2012 Ford Explorer FWD is a SUV. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 290 hp (216 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.5 seconds and top speed is 112 mph (180 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2012 FORD EXPLORER FWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 8, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Explorer FWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Ford 2012 Explorer FWD |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Tuxedo Black, Ingot Silver, Sterling Gray, White Platinum, Red Candy, Golden Bronze, Kodiak Brown |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,500 cc |
| Power | 290 hp / 216 kW | Torque | 255 Nm / 188 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 7.5 sec | Top Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,970 kg (4,343 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SUVS
Compared with other 2012 SUVs in our database, its 290 hp is 14% more than the average 2012 SUV (255 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.7 seconds quicker than average.
| 2012 Ford Explorer FWD | Average 2012 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 290 hp | 255 hp (72 cars) | +14% |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 304 Nm (72 cars) | -16% |
| 0–60 mph | 7.5 s | 8.2 s (84 cars) | -8% |
| Top speed | 112 mph | 117 mph (84 cars) | -4% |
| Kerb weight | 1,970 kg | 1,848 kg (96 cars) | +7% |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 3,295 cc (94 cars) | +6% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 SUVs with similar power to the 2012 Ford Explorer FWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Explorer FWD | 290 hp | 7.5 s | 1,970 kg |
| 2012 Lexus RX 350 | 295 hp | 7.5 s | 1,940 kg |
| 2012 BMW X3 xDrive35i | 300 hp | 6.5 s | 1,730 kg |
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 2WD | 273 hp | 8.6 s | 1,905 kg |
| 2012 Audi Q5 | 270 hp | 6.5 s | 1,800 kg |
FEATURES
ABS
Air Conditioning
Airbags (Multiple)
Alloy Wheels
Electronic Stability Control
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Navigation System
Rear Parking Sensors
Reverse Camera
Roof Rails
Spare Tyre
Tow Bar / Tow Package
Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitor