2020 Ford Explorer AWD vs RWD: is AWD worth it?
AWD vs RWD
AWD adds $2,000. Costs $70 more a year in fuel.
$2,417more over 6 years
- 23 vs 24 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and RWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD AWD | $32,765 $34,765 | $2,000 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,417 | N/A |
| XLT RWD XLT 4WD | $36,925 $38,925 | $2,000 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,417 | N/A |
| Limited RWD Limited 4WD | $48,380 $50,380 | $2,000 | 24 mpg 23 mpg | $1,600 $1,670 | $2,417 | N/A |
| Hybrid Limited RWD Hybrid Limited AWD | $52,530 $54,725 | $2,195 | 28 mpg 25 mpg | $1,371 $1,536 | $3,182 | N/A |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree