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2003 Ford Explorer Sport Specifications

Compare important 2003 Ford Explorer Sport technical specifications like exterior dimensions, ground clearance, wheelbase, interior space volume, engine's power as measured by horsepower and torque output, weight of the vehicle, towing & payload capacity or gas tank size to know the estimated mpg.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Exterior length 180.40 180.40 180.40 180.40 180.40 180.40 180.40 180.40
Exterior body width 70.20 70.20 70.20 70.20 70.20 70.20 70.20 70.20
Exterior height 68.40 68.40 68.40 68.40 68.30 68.30 68.30 68.30
Horsepower 203 208 208 208 203 208 208 208
Torque 237 245 245 245 237 245 245 245
Fuel economy - city 17 16 16 16 15 15 15 15
Fuel economy - highway 22 21 21 21 19 20 20 20
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) 7.56 7.90 7.90 7.90 7.50 7.90 7.90 7.85
1/4 mile time 15.50 15.80 15.80 15.80 15.20 15.75 15.80 15.60
Bore-and-Stroke 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 " 3.95/3.32 "
Curb weight 3828.00 3828.00 3828.00 3828.00 4027.00 4027.00 4027.00 4027.00
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 4820.00 4820.00 4820.00 4820.00 5060.00 5060.00 5060.00 5060.00
Maximum Trailer Weight 3000.00 5060.00 5060.00 5060.00 2820.00 4860.00 4860.00 4860.00
Wheelbase 101.80 101.80 101.80 101.80 101.80 101.80 101.80 101.80
Front track 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50
Rear track 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50
Turning radius 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30 17.30
Front legroom 42.40 42.40 42.40 42.40 42.40 42.40 42.40 42.40
Rear legroom 36.60 36.60 36.60 36.60 36.60 36.60 36.60 36.60
Front headroom 39.40 39.40 39.40 39.40 39.40 39.40 39.40 39.40
Rear headroom 39.10 39.10 39.10 39.10 39.10 39.10 39.10 39.10
Front hip room 51.90 51.90 51.90 51.90 51.90 51.90 51.90 51.90
Rear hip room 43.60 43.60 43.60 43.60 43.60 43.60 43.60 43.60
Front shoulder room 56.70 56.70 56.70 56.70 56.70 56.70 56.70 56.70
Rear shoulder room 57.90 57.90 57.90 57.90 57.90 57.90 57.90 57.90
Luggage volume 35.50 35.50 35.50 35.50 35.50 35.50 35.50 35.50
Luggage volume (max) 71.40 71.40 71.40 71.40 71.40 71.40 71.40 71.40
Fuel tank 16.80 16.80 16.80 16.80 16.80 16.80 16.80 16.80
Payload 940 940 940 940 980 980 980 980

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Interior Features

One of the most notable features of the Explorer Sport, however, is its roomy interior. The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport comes with a variety of specs on the inside. You can find out more about these features in the chart below.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
12V DC power outlet 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Compass N/A 2841 2842 N/A N/A 2841 2842 N/A
Cruise control N/A 2844 2844 N/A N/A 2844 2844 N/A
Overhead console N/A 2881 2881 N/A N/A 2881 2881 N/A
Exterior temperature display N/A 2926 2927 N/A N/A 2926 2927 N/A
Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column N/A 2959 2959 N/A N/A 2959 2959 N/A
Air conditioning, rear N/A 3947 3947 N/A N/A 3947 3947 N/A

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Exterior Features

Would you like to grasp the idea which 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trim level is better equipped with such little cool exterior features like fog lights, spoiler, mud flaps, sunroof, roof racks, running boards, etc? Check out the full list of these additional features below.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Door count 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Front tires P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS P235/70SR16.0 OWL AS P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS P235/70SR16.0 OWL AS P255/70SR16.0 OWL AT P235/70SR16.0 BSW AS
Wheels 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy
Fog/driving lights N/A 3445 3445 N/A N/A 3445 3445 N/A
Sunroof N/A N/A 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass N/A N/A N/A 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass N/A

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Seats

The seats are one of the most important aspects of any car, and each 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trim level may have different seating options, so be sure to carefully compare the specifications. Some trims have leather upholstery, "memory", armrest, heated seats, and some have them only for the front passengers, while other provide them for the rear seats two.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Standard seating 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Lumbar support N/A 3019 3019 N/A N/A 3019 3019 N/A
Heated front seats N/A N/A 3032 N/A N/A N/A 3032 N/A

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Entertainment System

Some 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trim levels have a built-in DVD player, voice recognition, while others have a touch screen display, bluetooth compatibility, navigation system. There are also a variety of different audio options, so be sure to compare the trim levels carefully to find the one that best suits your needs.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Speakers 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Amplifier N/A opt opt N/A N/A opt opt N/A
Rear seat audio controls N/A 3980 3981 N/A N/A 3980 3981 N/A
Cassette player N/A 4058 4058 N/A N/A 4058 4058 N/A

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Safety and Security Features

Each 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trim comes with a variety of safety and security features that will keep you and your family safe while on the road. Some of these features include airbags, traction control, stability control, side impact, panic alarm, blind spot sensors, parking assist, and more.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
                 
Exterior light control N/A 3264 3264 N/A N/A 3264 3264 N/A
Delay-off headlamps N/A 3268 3269 N/A N/A 3268 3269 N/A
Illuminated entry N/A 3273 3273 N/A N/A 3273 3273 N/A
Remote keyless entry N/A 3274 3274 N/A N/A 3274 3274 N/A
Panic alarm N/A 3280 3280 N/A N/A 3280 3280 N/A

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Mechanical Features

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport will have different mechanical features depending on the trim level that you choose. Some of the other features that you may find in the higher-level trim levels include air suspension, brake assist, speed sensitive steering, an electronic limited slip differential, a performance exhaust system.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Axle ratio 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.73

2003 Ford Explorer Sport Other Specs

In general, the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport lower-level trims will have fewer features. If you are looking for a vehicle that has all of the latest and greatest features, then you will want to choose one of the higher-level trim levels.
Trims XLS Manual 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x2, Engine: XLS Manual 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLT Automatic Premium 2dr 4x4, Engine: XLS Automatic 2dr 4x4, Engine:
Maximum towing capacity 3000 5060 5060 5060 2820 4860 4860 4860

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Best Tires
Wheel Offset -25 - 10 mm
Lug Nut Size M12 x 1.5
Hub Bore Size 70.5 mm