Bit of a random question, but does the 2018 Explorer have an Eco mode that helps save gas? I feel like I’m at the pump way too often lately, filling up twice a week. I can’t seem to find much online about this feature.
@Tan
Not really—it’s mostly about your driving habits. Keeping your vehicle light, maintaining a clean air filter, and properly inflated tires all help. If you had a turbo engine, I’d suggest premium fuel.
Zane said:
What’s your average miles per gallon (mpg)?
I’ll double-check when I’m off work, but it usually says around 305 miles per tank on the dash display.
That’s actually pretty average. 305 miles is about 490 km. I usually get around 400 km per tank with mostly city driving, but can stretch closer to 500 km on the highway.
Try using the fuel economy display (left side of the dash). If you keep the bar on the right side of the average line, it helps you monitor your fuel use. Made me realize how much that gas pedal affects my fuel tank!
I use the Fuelly app to track my mileage. My 2017 with the 3.5 NA engine averages 15.9 mpg with mostly rush-hour city driving. Not amazing, but about what I’d expect for the vehicle size.
Eli said:
I get around 18.8 mpg in the city with my Explorer. Cruise control and 40 PSI in the tires help.
Interesting! Mine are around 36-38 PSI. Good to know!
I’m averaging 24.5 mpg on my daily drive with an ‘18 Nautilus 2.7 EcoBoost, at 40 PSI. On a recent road trip going 70 mph, I managed 29.5 mpg over 230 miles. And I like using the gas pedal too!