Flex-Fuel (E85)

2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFV

The 2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFV is a flex-fuel SUV. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 290 hp (216 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.5 seconds and top speed is 112 mph (180 km/h).

2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFV
2015
Year
3,500 cc
Engine
290 hp
Power
Automatic (S6)
Trans.
Flex-Fuel (E85)
Fuel

ABOUT THE 2015 FORD EXPLORER AWD FFV

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 25, 2026.

SPECS

Make Ford Model Explorer AWD FFV
Year 2015 Version / Trim Ford 2015 Explorer AWD FFV
Body Style SUV Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Oxford White, Shadow Black, Ingot Silver, Magnetic, Guard, Ruby Red, White Platinum, Burgundy Velvet, Caribou, Blue Jeans
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In United States
Drive All-Wheel Drive (AWD) 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 17 mpg city / 23 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,860 mm Kerb Weight 1,970 kg (4,343 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2015 SUVS

Compared with other 2015 SUVs in our database, its 290 hp is 12% more than the average 2015 SUV (260 hp).

2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFVAverage 2015 SUVsDifference
Power 290 hp 260 hp (107 cars) +12%
Torque 255 Nm 315 Nm (107 cars) -19%
0–60 mph 7.5 s 7.6 s (120 cars) -1%
Top speed 112 mph 118 mph (120 cars) -5%
Kerb weight 1,970 kg 1,850 kg (126 cars) +6%
Engine size 3,500 cc 2,942 cc (126 cars) +19%

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 2015 SUVs with similar power to the 2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFV.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2015 Ford Explorer AWD FFV 290 hp 7.5 s 1,970 kg
2015 Lexus RX 350 295 hp 7.5 s 1,940 kg
2015 Nissan Pathfinder 2WD 284 hp 7.0 s 1,960 kg
2015 BMW X1 xDrive35i 300 hp 7.6 s 1,495 kg
2015 Kia Sorento FWD 276 hp 8.5 s 1,750 kg
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OTHER YEARS OF THE FORD EXPLORER AWD FFV

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Tow Bar / Tow Package
Spare Tyre