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1998 Ford Explorer Trim not encoded · 4 possible

1FMZU32X6WUD27331
4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Engine
RWD
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 ZU32X Explorer
VIS · Vehicle ID 6WUD27331 1998 · Serial D27331

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerFord
CountryUnited States

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial NumberD27331

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 2WD
    MSRP $28,910 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Standard Towing 5860, +18 more
    View this trim →
  • Limited 4-Door 2WD
    MSRP $31,715 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Standard Towing 4500, +18 more
    View this trim →
  • XL 4-Door 2WD
    MSRP $21,560 · Maximum Towing 5400 · Standard Towing 1940, +19 more
    View this trim →
  • XLT 4-Door 2WD
    MSRP $24,740 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Standard Towing 1940, +19 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level Varies by trim (see possible trims)

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SEFI
Displacement 4.0L/245
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 205 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 250 @ 3000
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length 189.50
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 67.70
Wheelbase 111.60
Cargo Length 38.70
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 5860, 4500, or 1940
Maximum Towing 6700 or 5400
Standard Payload 900
Maximum Payload 900 or 1050
Height, Overall (in) 67.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 189.5
Wheelbase (in) 111.6
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1907
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2096

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

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

Fuel & Economy

Tank 21.00
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 15, 15 - 17, or 14 - 17
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 20, 20 - 21, or 19 - 21
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
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
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 Standard or Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Turning Diameter 37.30
Tires 255/70R16, 235/75R15, or 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.90
Rear Headroom 39.30
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 36.80
Front Shoulder Room 57.90
Rear Shoulder Room 56.80
Front Hip Room 51.90
Rear Hip Room 51.90
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.50
Track Rear 58.50
Cargo Volume 42.60
Standard GVWR 5100
Maximum GVWR 5280 or 5340
MSRP Varies by trim (see possible trims)
Dealer Invoice Varies by trim (see possible trims)
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard or Optional
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7
Rear Tire Size P255/70R16
Body Code 112" WB
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.5
Front Tire Size P255/70R16
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 10,000

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMZU32X W
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)