You can use the Ford Explorer to lug around family, friends, pets, and any type of cargo that you have. The spaciousness and versatility of the Explorer is one of the reasons it's so often seen on the roads of West Point, King William, and Williamsburg, Virginia. To give you the exact specifications, our dealership in West Point, VA developed this Ford Explorer cargo space review.
In addition to providing a rundown of the available cargo room, we'll also touch on the passenger dimensions and towing capacity in case you needed to bring a trailer with more gear!
West Point VA Ford Explorer Luggage CapacityÂ
At the very peak, you can enjoy 87.8 cubic feet of total cargo volume in the Ford Explorer. While that robust number is the maximum, there are other cargo variations to consider based on how you arrange the cabin.
For instance, if you have both rows standing to support more passengers, you'll still enjoy 18.2 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the third row. You can also fold the third row flat while using the second row for passengers. If you go with this arrangement, you'll have 47.9 cubic feet of space available!
Passenger Dimensions
Now that you know you can fit your various belongings in the Ford Explorer, let's take a look at how each passenger will nestle into the SUV.
First there's the headroom, which checks in at 40.7 inches up front, 40.5 inches in the middle, and 38.9 inches in the third row. Here's how the legroom stacks up:
- 43 inches of first-row legroom
- 39 inches of second-row legroom
- 32.2 inches of third-row legroom
The Ford Explorer can fit up to seven passengers, and there's plenty of room for each of them to stretch out. Hip room checks in at 59.2 inches in the front row, 59.1 inches in the second row, and 40.9 inches in the third row.
Finally, there's the shoulder room for the Explorer, which comes in at 61.8 inches, 61.9 inches, and 54.6 inches in the first, second, and third rows respectively.
All in all, the total passenger volume is a generous 152.7 cubic feet.
West Point VA Ford Explorer Towing Capacity
If you've filled your Ford Explorer with as much cargo as it can take but still need more space, this highly capable SUV has you covered. Just attach a trailer to the rear, and you can significantly improve available space.
The 2.3L 4-cylinder engine will get your towing capacity to 5,300 pounds. If you need to tow even more, opt for the 3.0L V6 engine, which reaches a maximum towing capacity of 5,600 pounds.
Even if you go for the hybrid powertrain, you'll still enjoy 5,000 pounds of maximum towing capability.
Visit Our Dealership in West Point VA to Discover the Ford Explorer's Cargo Space
The cabin of the Ford Explorer can handle any needs you come across near West Point, King William, and Williamsburg, VA.
To get inside the SUV, reach out to West Point Ford today!