The 2008 2009 Ford Explorer XLT is tremendously popular and continues the traditions of excellence established by its predecessors. The Explorer now comes in seven models:

• Explorer XLS



• XLS Sport



• XLT



• XLT Sport



• NBX



• Explorer Eddie Bauer



• Limited

If you're looking for information about 2008 2009 Ford Explorer XLt parts, or you want to read about some of the available Explorer accessories to add to your truck, you've come to the right place, so enjoy!

No matter which Explorer you choose, you'll end up with one of two engines. The first engine is a 4.0-liter, 12-valve, SOHC V6 that produces 210 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and delivers 254 pounds-per-foot of torque at 3,700 rpm. The second engine, available in every model except the Explorer XLS and Explorer XLS Sport, is a 4.6-liter, 16- valve, SOHC V8 that produces 239 horsepower at 4,750 rpm and delivers 282 pounds-per-foot of torque at 4,000 rpm. Beyond the engines, all Explorer parts include:

• Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection



• Power rack-and-pinion steering



• Five-speed automatic transmission



• Independent SLA suspension



• Four-wheel anti-lock brakes



• 22.5 gallon fuel tank



• Towing capacity of up to 11,600 pounds.

Test drive a 2008 2009 Ford Explorer XLT today and see how the Explorer draws upon all of these components to provide drivers with maximum performance.

One look at the Ford Explorer picture above and you can see that this SUV looks sharp. On the outside, chrome bumpers and platinum grilles give the truck a sleek and sophisticated appearance. Painted body side moldings and cladding, black grained door handles, and dual color taillamps add to this impression, and a one-piece liftgate makes loading and unloading the truck easy. All of this sensible design continues on the inside of the SUV, where standard Explorer parts include:

• Cloth low-back bucket seats



• Air conditioning



• Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers



• Speed control



• Passenger assist handles



• Available rear-seat DVD players



• Available in-dash MP3 players

Beyond these features, there are dozens of Ford Explorer accessories that can enhance the convenience of the SUV. Some of these Explorer parts include roof racks, running boards, and cargo nets for the trunk.

Despite what you may have heard, the Ford Explorer also boasts a high safety rating from the National Highway Transportation Safety Authority. Standard Explorer parts designed to ensure safety include: Second Generation driver and passenger airbags, side intrusion door beams, Ford's patented safety canopy air curtain system, and, of course, pretensioning safety belts in every seating position. The Explorer also comes standard with SecuriLock passive anti-theft system, and remote keyless entry. For more information about any of these features, or to access some of the latest Explorer pictures, please be sure to check back with us again soon.