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Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa
2012 Ford Explorer
Now available at Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa in Mesa, AZ
- Starting MSRP$30,280
- Horsepower290 hp
- EPA MPG18 city / 25 hwy
- Max Towing5,000 lbs
The 2012 Ford Explorer is a three-row-size SUV with a V6 engine, automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, featured for shoppers at Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa in Mesa, Arizona. This page brings together its trim pricing, fuel economy, towing capability, dimensions, cargo room, and key mechanical specifications, along with comparisons to the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 2012 Honda Pilot, and 2012 Subaru Tribeca. It also explains how the Explorer is configured and what to consider before buying. Mesa shoppers can explore current Ford inventory online, review trade-in options, and connect with the dealership for assistance as vehicles arrive on a rolling basis.
- Starting MSRP
- $30,280
- Horsepower
- 290 hp
- EPA MPG
- 18 city / 25 hwy
- Max Towing
- 5,000 lbs
- Drivetrain
- All Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Unleaded
- Body Style
- SUV
How the 2012 Ford Explorer Compares With Its Competitors
The 2012 Ford Explorer starts at $30,280, while trim pricing reaches $37,855 across the model range. MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees. Power, fuel economy, towing, drivetrain, and fuel type help clarify which configuration suits different priorities.
| Spec | 2012 Ford Explorer | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Honda Pilot | 2012 Subaru Tribeca |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $30,280 | $30,245 | $30,220 | $30,595 |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 260 hp | 250 hp | 256 hp |
| EPA MPG | 18 city / 25 hwy | 16 city / 21 hwy | 17–18 city / 24–25 hwy | 16 city / 21 hwy |
| Max Towing | 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 2,000–4,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
Manufacturer figures for the model year shown; a range spans that model's trims. Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
The Explorer starts at $30,280 compared with $30,245 for the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. Its 290 hp exceeds the Veracruz's 260 hp, while the Explorer returns 18 city / 25 highway MPG versus 16 city / 21 hwy; the Explorer's 5,000-pound towing capacity also exceeds 3,500 pounds. Both use regular unleaded and all-wheel-drive configurations, favoring Explorer shoppers focused on power, economy, or towing and Veracruz shoppers considering its stated starting price.
The Explorer starts at $30,280, compared with the 2012 Honda Pilot's $30,220. The Explorer produces 290 hp versus 250 hp, returns 18 city / 25 highway MPG versus 17–18 city / 24–25 hwy, and tows 5,000 pounds versus 2,000–4,500 pounds. The Pilot offers four-wheel drive / front-wheel drive and seating for 8, while the Explorer offers all-wheel drive / front-wheel drive; both use regular unleaded.
The Explorer starts at $30,280 versus $30,595 for the 2012 Subaru Tribeca. It produces 290 hp compared with 256 hp, returns 18 city / 25 highway MPG versus 16 city / 21 hwy, and offers 5,000 pounds of towing versus 3,500 pounds. Both use regular unleaded and all-wheel-drive configurations, giving shoppers a choice between the Explorer's stated power and towing figures and the Tribeca's stated starting price.
Specifications and Configuration
The 2012 Ford Explorer uses a 3.5-liter V6 with 3,497 cc of displacement, 255 lb-ft of torque, and peak power at 6,500 rpm. Peak torque arrives at 4,000 rpm, and the six-speed automatic transmission sends power through front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Fuel is regular unleaded. The Explorer returns 18 city MPG and 25 highway MPG, with an 18.6-gallon fuel capacity. Its maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds, while cargo space behind the rear seats measures 21 cubic feet.
The SUV measures 197.1 inches long, 78.9 inches wide, and 70.4 inches high, with a 112.6-inch wheelbase. Curb weight is 4,557 pounds. Starting MSRP across the model range is $30,280 to $37,855, with the XLT at $32,095 and the Limited at $37,855.
Buying a 2012 Ford Explorer in Mesa
Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa serves Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, Chandler, Gilbert, and the greater Phoenix area. Shoppers can search inventory online as vehicles arrive on a rolling basis, then contact Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa at (480) 690-1279 for next steps.
The dealership supports trade-in appraisals and financing options alongside Ford service and genuine parts in Mesa. A trade-in can be started through value your trade, helping shoppers organize the purchase before visiting 460 East Auto Center Drive, Mesa, AZ.
What to Weigh Before Buying
Consider whether front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive better fits regular driving conditions, along with the Explorer's 18 city / 25 highway MPG. Its 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity and 21 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats are useful figures to match against everyday hauling and storage needs.
Trim pricing ranges from $30,280 to $37,855, with the XLT at $32,095 and the Limited at $37,855. Compare the equipment and price of the trim that fits the budget, and remember that MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.