The 1999 Ford Explorer XLT 112 Wheelbase delivers the classic SUV experience that made the Explorer a household name. This model blends durability, comfort, and everyday practicality, making it a strong choice for drivers who want capability without unnecessary complexity. Its bold, squared off styling reflects the rugged confidence of late90s Ford engineering, while the XLT trim adds a touch of refinement with upgraded interior materials and thoughtful convenience features.
Under the hood, the Explorer offers dependable power for commuting, weekend projects, or light towing. Inside, the cabin provides generous space for passengers and cargo, with supportive seating and a layout designed for real world usability. The 112 wheelbase contributes to a stable, composed ride, whether you're navigating city streets or heading out on a longer drive.
Buyers searching for a reliable, budget friendly SUV consistently gravitate toward models like this vehicles known for longevity, straightforward maintenance, and versatile performance. The 1999 Explorer XLT continues to stand out as a practical, value driven option for families, first time drivers, or anyone who appreciates a classic, no nonsense sport utility vehicle.
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1999 Ford Explorer XLT
- Used
The overview
- Exterior Color
- Silver
- Odometer
- 203,789 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 14/19 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- V-8 cyl
- VIN
- 1FMZU35P2XZA43291
- Stock Number
- 2UY1072A
The highlights
- Split folding rear seat
- Remote keyless entry
- Rear audio controls
- Rear window wiper
- Security system
- Power driver seat
- Alloy wheels
- Roof rack
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Tires: all-terrain
- AM/FM radio
- CD player
- Rear audio controls
- Front center armrest: w/storage
- Front seats: bucket
- Leather steering wheel
- Manual driver lumbar support
- Manual passenger lumbar support
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power driver seat
- Rear seats: bench
- Split folding rear seat
- Cylinder configuration: V-8
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine liters: 5.0
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 14mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 19mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 21.0gal.
- Horsepower: 215hp @ 4,200RPM
- Limited slip differential: mechanical
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 288 lb.-ft. @ 3,300RPM
- Transmission: 4 speed automatic
- Bodyside moldings
- Bumpers: chrome
- Pin stripe
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: liftgate
- Roof rack
- Skid plates
- Curb weight: 1,872kg (4,128lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 101.6mm x 76.2mm (4.00" x 3.00")
- Engine displacement: 5.0 L
- Engine horsepower: 215hp @ 4,200RPM
- Engine torque: 288 lb.-ft. @ 3,300RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,783mm (70.2")
- Exterior height: 1,715mm (67.5")
- Exterior length: 4,844mm (190.7")
- Front headroom: 1,013mm (39.9")
- Front hiproom: 1,318mm (51.9")
- Front legroom: 1,077mm (42.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,440mm (56.7")
- Interior cargo volume: 1,232 L (43 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 2,294 L (81 cu.ft.)
- Payload: 408kg (900lbs)
- Rear headroom: 998mm (39.3")
- Rear hiproom: 1,318mm (51.9")
- Rear legroom: 935mm (36.8")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,443mm (56.8")
- Towing capacity: 1,270kg (2,800lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.7m (18.7')
- Wheelbase: 2,835mm (111.6")
- Compass
- Display: analog
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Voltmeter
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Adjustable head restraints: rear w/tilt
- Dual front impact airbags
- Ignition disable
- Panic alarm
- Security system
Notes from the dealer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.3out of 5 overall- 5.0
Most Reliable Vehicle!
by JCrew on Tuesday, April 20, 2021
We bought this for $2K as a 2nd "beater" car for my hubby to drive to work until we could afford something better. Man were we surprised when this one turned out to be our most reliable family vehicle! Lasted us 7 years and we were able to put 340,000 miles on it! The only repairs we did while owning were mostly avg. maintance-- spark plugs, oil changes, battery, tires. We had a few that were a little more expensive-- alternator, belts, ball bearings and struts. Loved this SUV. I've heard a lot of people have issues with ford, but we sure didn't. We laughed that it was held together with duck tape and prayer, it did us well. - 3.0
TRANSMISSION
by Alex on Friday, October 24, 2008
for 99 and 2000 ford explorer V8 have a problem with their tansmission computer. half of them that experiance a tansmission failure is due to this. Mine has been in and out of the shop for 6 months because of this and is finally almost working (has to go in for transmission fluid leak because of a terrible mechanic). I would avoid this car in a V8 model! - 5.0
4x4 all weather love
by Aim on Saturday, March 30, 2013
I'm the second owner. Purchased at 60,000 miles. Transmission ran a little rough at 99,000 miles - did 2 transmission fluid changes - cleared up any particulate in the system. Ran perfectly until 215,000 when I had the bands changed out. Runs just like it did at 60k mi. I take this vehicle for mild off-road exploring. It gets me to work through heavy snow and weather conditions when others in pricier all wx-traction vehicles are stuck on the side of the road. I regularly get 17.8 mpg. During snow conditions in 4wd high gear my mpg drops to 14. Still handles well. Corners pretty tightly for an SUV. I am having some trouble with the rain ducts around the sun-roof, but that can be helped by keeping the ducts clear so they don't back up in heavy rains. The only mild complaint I've had from passengers in the back seat on long trips is that the seat's aren't the most comfortable, but still not bad, and they'd like a head rest and greater adjustment on the seat-belt height so it won't choke shorter passengers. (I'd like that too.) I LOVE MY CAR!!!!!! Good maintenance = long life. FANTASTIC ENGINE!!! SMOOTH!!!