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Emissions test for a 2020 Ford Explorer Base

Emissions test for the 2020 Ford Explorer Base: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.

Combined
9.7 to 12.6 L/100 km
Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

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Ford Explorer of the 2020 to 2027 generation
Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

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The 2020 Ford Explorer Base for emissions test

  • Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).

2020 Ford Explorer Base: every figure

2020 Ford Explorer Base figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4
Displacement2.3 L2.3 L3.0 L3.3 L
Cylinders4466
MPG city (US)21201816
MPG highway (US)28272423
MPG combined (US)24232019
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)29282423
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$2,800US$2,900US$3,350US$3,550
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre)$3,008$3,132$3,566$3,906

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 2020 Ford Explorer Base

  • NHTSA lists 35 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
  • Owners filed 1,245 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (507), unknown or other (210) and electrical system (189). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2020 Ford Explorer Base recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
26V4510002026-07-14seats:mid/rear assemblyFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
26V4020002026-06-24power train:automatic transmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.
26V1590002026-03-17seat beltsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
26V1170002026-03-03visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motorFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
26V1230002026-03-03back over prevention:softwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply...
25V6850002025-10-10equipment:electrical:engine block heaterFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit...
25V4420002025-06-27back over prevention:softwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport,...
25V3930002025-06-13seats:mid/rear assemblyFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
25V1590002025-03-14back over prevention:softwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
25V1660002025-03-14power train:driveline:driveshaftFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V-199 or 22V-255. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
25V0930002025-02-14seat beltsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. Additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row...
24V8520002024-11-08equipment:other:labelsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor...
24V5980002024-08-09engineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components,...
24V1880002024-03-08back over prevention: sensing system: cameraFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
23V6750002023-10-06power train:driveline:driveshaftFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
23V6260002023-09-08electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
23V3420002023-05-12back over prevention: sensing system: cameraFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
23V3050002023-04-28back over prevention:display functionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 12.1-inch Integrated Computer Screen (ICS). When the Display On/Off Button is used to turn the display to "Off" prior to placing the vehicle in reverse, the backup camera rearview image will not...
23V1990002023-03-24parking brake:electricalFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L RWD, 3.3L GAS, 3.3L FHEV, or 3.0L ST powertrain. The previous powertrain control module (PCM) update completed under recall 22V-255 did not include the automatic electronic parking brake feature when the vehicle is...
23V0690002023-02-10power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

Emissions test for the 2020 Ford Explorer Base

The 2020 Ford Explorer Base and an emissions test: CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop, and never does the work itself. Emissions tests are required in some provinces and states; a licensed shop does the test.

Details the shop needs

Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. A photo of the dashboard warning light helps the shop prepare. Tell the shop about any warning light or sound you have noticed. The powertrain here is the 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo with rear-wheel drive and a 10-speed automatic.

How the request works

Send the car's details and what it needs; we take it from there. We do not set the shop's price or promise a date. The shop quotes the job; you approve it before any work.

A rental while you wait

A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. Rent by the day or the week, and stop when your car is back. We bring the car to your address in the Toronto area, or you collect it for free.

What to ask

Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour. Ask whether the estimate includes tax and shop supplies.

Small things that help

Keep an emergency kit in the trunk in winter. Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Wash the underside of the car in winter to clear road salt.

One more step

Ask in your request, and we tell you plainly what we can arrange.

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Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.

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