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[Edit] The 1998 Ford Explorer once again topped the sport-utility vehicle market in US sales. Changes were minimal in the exterior and interior design and detail, except for some slight tweaks to the front grill.
Under the hood, though, it was a different story; the high-power 5.0 liter V-8 engine (standard on the Eddie Bauer and Limited trims, and optional on the Sport, XL, and XLT trims) got a design overhaul, boosting its output to 215 horsepower. Buyers who weren't looking for that much power had the choice of two 4.0 liter V-6 engines, including a single overhead cam model with a 205-horsepower output.
Ford also made some refinements to the rack-and-pinion steering system on the '98 Explorer, and reviewers praised its improved agility.
Still, the '98 Ford Explorer appealed mainly to SUV buyers drawn by its roomy interiors, big cargo capacity, and rugged construction, not to drivers looking for a high-performance vehicle. However, its four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive options did appeal to people wanting a tough vehicle for off-road adventures.
Under the hood, though, it was a different story; the high-power 5.0 liter V-8 engine (standard on the Eddie Bauer and Limited trims, and optional on the Sport, XL, and XLT trims) got a design overhaul, boosting its output to 215 horsepower. Buyers who weren't looking for that much power had the choice of two 4.0 liter V-6 engines, including a single overhead cam model with a 205-horsepower output.
Ford also made some refinements to the rack-and-pinion steering system on the '98 Explorer, and reviewers praised its improved agility.
Still, the '98 Ford Explorer appealed mainly to SUV buyers drawn by its roomy interiors, big cargo capacity, and rugged construction, not to drivers looking for a high-performance vehicle. However, its four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive options did appeal to people wanting a tough vehicle for off-road adventures.
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1998 Ford Explorer Specifications
| 4 Dr Limited 4WD SUV | 4 Dr XL 4WD SUV | 4 Dr XLT SUV | 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV | 4 Dr Eddie Bauer AWD SUV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $33,720 | $23,480 | $24,740 | $26,745 | $31,360 |
| Engine | 4.0L 205 hp V6 | 4.0L 160 hp V6 | 4.0L 160 hp V6 | 4.0L 160 hp V6 | 4.9L 215 hp V8 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 205 @ 5200 | 160 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 | 215 @ 4200 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 240 @ 3000 | 220 @ 3000 | 220 @ 3000 | 220 @ 3000 | 288 @ 3300 |
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive | N/A | N/A | Opt. | N/A | Std. |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | N/A |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | N/A | Std. | Std. | Std. | N/A |
| City MPG | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 14 |
| Highway MPG | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Dr Sport 4WD SUV | 2 Dr Sport SUV | 4 Dr Eddie Bauer SUV | 4 Dr XLT AWD SUV | 4 Dr XL SUV | |
| Original MSRP | $22,725 | $19,880 | $28,910 | $28,815 | $21,560 |
| Engine | 4.0L 160 hp V6 | 4.0L 160 hp V6 | 4.0L 205 hp V6 | 4.9L 215 hp V8 | 4.0L 160 hp V6 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 160 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 | 205 @ 5200 | 215 @ 4200 | 160 @ 4200 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 220 @ 3000 | 220 @ 3000 | 240 @ 3000 | 288 @ 3300 | 220 @ 3000 |
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive | N/A | N/A | Opt. | Std. | N/A |
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Opt. | Opt. | Std. | N/A | Opt. |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | Std. | Std. | N/A | N/A | Std. |
| City MPG | 16 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 17 |
| Highway MPG | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 21 |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 4 Dr Limited AWD SUV | 4 Dr Eddie Bauer 4WD SUV | 4 Dr Limited SUV | |||
| Original MSRP | $34,165 | $30,915 | $31,715 | ||
| Engine | 4.9L 215 hp V8 | 4.0L 205 hp V6 | 4.0L 205 hp V6 | ||
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 215 @ 4200 | 205 @ 5200 | 205 @ 5200 | ||
| Torque (@rpm) | 288 @ 3300 | 240 @ 3000 | 240 @ 3000 | ||
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | N/A | Opt. | ||
| 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive | N/A | Std. | Std. | ||
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| City MPG | 14 | 15 | 15 | ||
| Highway MPG | 18 | 19 | 20 | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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1998 Ford Explorer Recall Information
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