Car financing: 2010 Ford Explorer
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.8 to 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.8 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2010 Ford Explorer for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2010 Ford Explorer specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 325 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.39 | $22.79 | $22.79 | $24.34 |
2010 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.6 L | 4.0 L | 4.6 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,278 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,868 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2010 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 146 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (36), seats (24) and service brakes (19). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V161000 | 2010-04-20 | seats:front assembly:recliner | FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 FUSION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, AND MERCURY MILAN AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 15, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2010 EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT MANUAL RECLINERS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2010 Ford Explorer: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2010 Ford Explorer; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the 2010 Ford Explorer before buying one.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Owners filed 146 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, seats and service brakes; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
It runs the 4.6L 8-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Rated at 13.8 L/100 km combined, it needs around 41 litres for a 300 km round trip. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $213.90. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Inside and out
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
Rent it for a week first
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Try the Explorer on your commute, then decide.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
The cost of driving it
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $21.39 in fuel.
Get an offer
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2010 Ford Explorer from us first.
Ask us about the 2010 Ford Explorer
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2010 Ford Explorer for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2010 Ford Explorer
Does CarmaCars sell the 2010 Ford Explorer?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2010 Ford Explorer before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2010 Ford Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2010 Ford Explorer cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4278.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.