How much does the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport cost?

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport has a starting MSRP of $21,870, ranging up to $28,760 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes XLS from $21,870; XLT from $23,835; XLT Premium from $25,595.

What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport?

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport achieves up to 17 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport have?

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport offers up to 71 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport tow?

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport has a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,140 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport come in?

The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport is available in 3 trims (8 total configurations) across SUV body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.

2003 Ford Explorer Sport

3 trims · 8 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$21,870 – $28,760

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on XLS

Total price (XLS MSRP)

$21,870

Typical monthly

$433/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-12). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trims

XLS
4 configurations
MSRP
$21,870 – $25,565
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
15/20
Horsepower
203 hp
Torque
237 lb-ft
Engine
4L V6 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
71
Max towing
5,140 lbs
XLT
2 configurations
MSRP
$23,835 – $26,915
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/19
Horsepower
203 hp
Torque
237 lb-ft
Engine
4L V6 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
71
Max towing
5,140 lbs
XLT Premium
2 configurations
MSRP
$25,595 – $28,760
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/19
Horsepower
203 hp
Torque
237 lb-ft
Engine
4L V6 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
71
Max towing
5,140 lbs

Compare 2003 Ford Explorer Sport trim specifications
Spec	XLS4 configurations	XLT2 configurations	XLT Premium2 configurations
MSRP	$21,870 – $25,565	$23,835 – $26,915	$25,595 – $28,760
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	15/20	14/19	14/19
Horsepower	203 hp	203 hp	203 hp
Torque	237 lb-ft	237 lb-ft	237 lb-ft
Engine	4L V6 gas	4L V6 gas	4L V6 gas
Seating	4	4	4
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	71	71	71
Max towing	5,140 lbs	5,140 lbs	5,140 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: XLSgas
XLTgas
XLT Premiumgas
Fuel type: XLSregular unleaded
XLTregular unleaded
XLT Premiumregular unleaded
Cylinders: XLSV6
XLTV6
XLT PremiumV6
Displacement: XLS4 L
XLT4 L
XLT Premium4 L
Horsepower: XLS203 hp
XLT203 hp
XLT Premium203 hp
Torque: XLS237 lb-ft
XLT237 lb-ft
XLT Premium237 lb-ft
Transmission: XLS5-speed manual
XLT5-speed automatic
XLT Premium5-speed automatic
Drivetrain: XLSrear wheel drive
XLTrear wheel drive
XLT Premiumrear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: XLSSUV
XLTSUV
XLT PremiumSUV
Doors: XLS3
XLT3
XLT Premium3
Seating: XLS4
XLT4
XLT Premium4
Length: XLS180.4 in
XLT180.4 in
XLT Premium180.4 in
Width: XLS70.2 in
XLT70.2 in
XLT Premium70.2 in
Height: XLS68.2 in
XLT68.2 in
XLT Premium68.2 in
Wheelbase: XLS101.8 in
XLT101.8 in
XLT Premium101.8 in
Ground clearance: XLS6.7 in
XLT6.7 in
XLT Premium6.7 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: XLS35.5 cu ft
XLT35.5 cu ft
XLT Premium35.5 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: XLS71 cu ft
XLT71 cu ft
XLT Premium71 cu ft
Max towing: XLS5,140 lbs
XLT5,140 lbs
XLT Premium5,140 lbs
Max payload: XLS600 lbs
XLT600 lbs
XLT Premium600 lbs
Curb weight: XLS3,769 lbs
XLT3,769 lbs
XLT Premium3,769 lbs
Fuel tank: XLS16.8 gal
XLT16.8 gal
XLT Premium16.8 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: XLS17
XLT16
XLT Premium16
City MPG: XLS15
XLT14
XLT Premium14
Highway MPG: XLS20
XLT19
XLT Premium19

Full specifications by trim
Spec	XLS	XLT	XLT Premium
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	V6	V6	V6
Displacement	4 L	4 L	4 L
Horsepower	203 hp	203 hp	203 hp
Torque	237 lb-ft	237 lb-ft	237 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV	SUV
Doors	3	3	3
Seating	4	4	4
Length	180.4 in	180.4 in	180.4 in
Width	70.2 in	70.2 in	70.2 in
Height	68.2 in	68.2 in	68.2 in
Wheelbase	101.8 in	101.8 in	101.8 in
Ground clearance	6.7 in	6.7 in	6.7 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	35.5 cu ft	35.5 cu ft	35.5 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	71 cu ft	71 cu ft	71 cu ft
Max towing	5,140 lbs	5,140 lbs	5,140 lbs
Max payload	600 lbs	600 lbs	600 lbs
Curb weight	3,769 lbs	3,769 lbs	3,769 lbs
Fuel tank	16.8 gal	16.8 gal	16.8 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	17	16	16
City MPG	15	14	14
Highway MPG	20	19	19