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[Edit] No major changes marked the launch of the 2003 Ford Explorer, except for one: 5-speed manual transmission was no longer an option offered in the main Explorer line (it was still available on the Explorer Sport Trac SUV/pickup hybrid, though).
Trim choices for the 2003 Explorer included XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited, and a new NBX trim, which focused on storage, with a roof-rack and specially designed cargo area. Four-wheel drive was an option on the XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, and NBX trims, and standard on the Limited trim; all-wheel drive was an option on all trims except for NBX.
The '03 Explorer continued to outsell the competition, even after twelve years on the market. Buyers and reviewers praised the roomy interiors and the agile handling (agile by sport-utility vehicle standards, at least).
Engine offerings were the same as in 2002: buyers of the '03 Ford Explorer had the choice of a 4.0 liter V-6 or a 4.6 liter Triton V-8. Gas mileage maintained its middle-of-the-pack position, with 14-17 mpg city and 19-21 mpg city, depending on model.
Trim choices for the 2003 Explorer included XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited, and a new NBX trim, which focused on storage, with a roof-rack and specially designed cargo area. Four-wheel drive was an option on the XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, and NBX trims, and standard on the Limited trim; all-wheel drive was an option on all trims except for NBX.
The '03 Explorer continued to outsell the competition, even after twelve years on the market. Buyers and reviewers praised the roomy interiors and the agile handling (agile by sport-utility vehicle standards, at least).
Engine offerings were the same as in 2002: buyers of the '03 Ford Explorer had the choice of a 4.0 liter V-6 or a 4.6 liter Triton V-8. Gas mileage maintained its middle-of-the-pack position, with 14-17 mpg city and 19-21 mpg city, depending on model.
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I hate automatics .... is a manual stickshift available ?
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Created by daftdave.
Last post on May 15, 2008 at 11:32:27 AM
eddie bauer 2003 v6 and v8 option
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Last post on May 7, 2008 at 3:40:01 PM
The OD light stays on. It happens while not in 4WD. Stopping and turning off the engine and restarting the veh...
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Created by 133lab.
Last post on Nov 27, 2007 at 8:25:41 PM
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2003 Ford Explorer Specifications
| NBX V6 4WD | XLS V6 AWD | Limited V8 | XLT V8 AWD | XLT V8 4WD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $32,425 | $28,510 | $34,775 | $32,050 | $32,050 |
| Engine | 4.0L 210 hp V6 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 210 @ 5100 | 210 @ 5100 | 239 @ 4750 | 239 @ 4750 | 239 @ 4750 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 254 @ 3700 | 254 @ 3700 | 282 @ 4000 | 282 @ 4000 | 282 @ 4000 |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| City MPG | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| Highway MPG | 21 | 21 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Seating | 7 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Eddie Bauer V8 AWD | NBX V6 | Eddie Bauer V8 4WD | XLS V6 | Eddie Bauer V8 | |
| Original MSRP | $36,125 | $30,200 | $36,125 | $26,285 | $33,900 |
| Engine | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 239 @ 4750 | 210 @ 5100 | 239 @ 4750 | 210 @ 5100 | 239 @ 4750 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 282 @ 4000 | 254 @ 3700 | 282 @ 4000 | 254 @ 3700 | 282 @ 4000 |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| City MPG | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 |
| Highway MPG | 19 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 19 |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Limited V8 4WD | XLT V8 | XLS V6 4WD | Limited V8 AWD | ||
| Original MSRP | $37,000 | $29,825 | $28,510 | $37,000 | |
| Engine | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 | 4.6L 239 hp V8 | |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 239 @ 4750 | 239 @ 4750 | 210 @ 5100 | 239 @ 4750 | |
| Torque (@rpm) | 282 @ 4000 | 282 @ 4000 | 254 @ 3700 | 282 @ 4000 | |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. | |
| City MPG | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | |
| Highway MPG | 19 | 19 | 21 | 19 | |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 | |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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2003 Ford Explorer Recall Information
The 2003 Ford Explorer or some of its components are being recalled!
You should carefully read the information on the following page, and contact your local dealership or manufacturer to see if this recall affects your car.
2003 Ford Explorer Wheels and Tires
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