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1997 Ford Explorer XL 4-Door 2WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1FMDU32E8VZB08056
4.0L V6 SOHC 16V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
United States
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor DU32E Explorer XL 4-Door 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 8VZB08056 1997 · Serial B08056

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
TrimXL 4-Door 2WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerFord
CountryUnited States

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 16V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Serial NumberB08056

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 $29,065 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Maximum Payload 900, +14 more
    View this trim →
  • Limited 2WD
    MSRP $32,720 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Maximum Payload 900, +15 more
    View this trim →
  • XL 4-Door 2WD
    shown above
    MSRP $21,485 · Maximum Towing 5800 · Maximum Payload 1050, +17 more
  • XLT 4-Door 2WD
    MSRP $24,220 · Maximum Towing 6700 · Maximum Payload 1050, +16 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level XL 4-Door 2WD

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SPFI
Displacement 4.0L/245
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 250 @ 3000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 205 @ 5000
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3939
Overall Length 188.50
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 66.80
Wheelbase 111.50
Cargo Length 38.10
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 5
Optional Seating 6
Standard Towing 1900
Maximum Towing 5800
Standard Payload 900
Maximum Payload 1050
Wheelbase (in) 111.5
Height, Overall (in) 67.6
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 188.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1978
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2177

Features & Options

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

Fuel & Economy

Tank 21.00
Fuel Economy-city 15 - 18
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 23
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 Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Turning Diameter 37.30
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.80
Rear Headroom 39.30
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 37.70
Front Shoulder Room 57.10
Rear Shoulder Room 56.00
Front Hip Room 51.90
Rear Hip Room 51.70
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.80
Track Rear 58.60
Cargo Volume 42.60
Standard GVWR 5100
Maximum GVWR 5280
MSRP $21,485
Dealer Invoice $19,517
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7
Body Code 112" WB
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Front Tire Size P235/75R15
Rear Tire Size P235/75R15
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 9,000
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMDU32E V
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)