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The first generation Explorer is not known as a "good" fuel mileage vehicle. Just keep it in good tune, use correct engine oils, keep your tires at proper pressures and "baby" the pedal and you'll do OK. It's still a fun one to drive .............mike
I get anywhere from 16.5 to 19 depending directly on the right foot pressure. I guess the biggest thing is to leave early for where ever you need to go so you don't have to drive crazy to get there on time.