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1998 Ford Explorer Sport 2-Door 4WD

1FMYU24X8WUB55418
4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Engine
4WD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1998 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor YU24X Explorer Sport 2-Door 4WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 8WUB55418 1998 · Serial B55418

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
TrimSport 2-Door 4WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Drive Type4WD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeU
Serial NumberB55418

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level Sport 2-Door 4WD

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SEFI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 2750
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 160 @ 4200
Displacement 4.0L/245
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline 4WD
4WD/AWD Standard

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3919
Overall Length 179.60
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 67.00
Wheelbase 101.70
Cargo Length 30.70
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 1920
Maximum Towing 4880
Standard Payload 750
Maximum Payload 750
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2126
Wheelbase (in) 101.7
Height, Overall (in) 67.0
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1804
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 179.6

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 17.50
Fuel Economy-city 15 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 20

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Turning Diameter 34.70
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.90
Rear Headroom 39.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 34.50
Front Shoulder Room 56.70
Rear Shoulder Room 57.90
Front Hip Room 51.90
Rear Hip Room 43.60
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.50
Track Rear 58.50
Cargo Volume 32.60
Standard GVWR 4900
Maximum GVWR 5040
MSRP $22,725
Dealer Invoice $20,623
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Body Code 102" WB
Rear Tire Size P235/75R15
Front Tire Size P235/75R15
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 6,000
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMYU24X W
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)