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1996 Ford Explorer XL 4-Door 4WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1FMDU34X4TUC04520
4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
4WD
Drive
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1996 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor DU34X Explorer XL 4-Door 4WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 4TUC04520 1996 · Serial C04520

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1996
TrimXL 4-Door 4WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive Type4WD
Plant CodeU
Serial NumberC04520

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • Eddie Bauer 4-Door 4WD
    MSRP $30,215 · Curb Weight-automatic 4247 · Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive, +11 more
    View this trim →
  • Limited 4WD
    MSRP $34,750 · Curb Weight-automatic 4327 · Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive, +12 more
    View this trim →
  • XL 4-Door 4WD
    shown above
    MSRP $22,890 · Curb Weight-automatic 4187 · Curb Weight-manual 4150, +12 more
  • XLT 4-Door 4WD
    MSRP $25,710 · Curb Weight-automatic 4192 · Curb Weight-manual 4155, +15 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1996
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level XL 4-Door 4WD

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 160 @ 4200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 2800
Displacement 4.0L/245
Fuel System SEFI
Engine Type 4.0L V6 OHV 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

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

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 4187
Curb Weight-manual 4150
Overall Length 188.50
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 67.60
Wheelbase 111.50
Standard Seating 5
Optional Seating 6
Height, Overall (in) 67.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 188.5
Wheelbase (in) 111.5
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1936
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2236

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 21.00
Fuel Economy-city 15 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 15

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 4-DR
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.90
Rear Headroom 39.30
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 37.70
Front Shoulder Room 57.10
Rear Shoulder Room 57.30
Front Hip Room 51.90
Rear Hip Room 51.70
Track Front 58.80
Track Rear 58.50
MSRP $22,890
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Body Code 112" WB
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Front Tire Size P235/75R15
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 9500
Rear Tire Size P235/75R15
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMDU34X T
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)