2001 Ford Explorer transmission: CVT or automatic?
No. The 2001 Ford Explorer uses a not listed, a 5-speed automatic, a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.
Key takeaways
- 9 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2001 Ford Explorer.
- No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
- The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
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| Engine | Transmission | EPA code | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (EV) | not listed | 2WD | |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed automatic | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or AWD |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed automatic | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or AWD |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed automatic | Automatic 5-spd | RWD |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed automatic | Automatic 5-spd | RWD |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed manual | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or AWD |
| 4.0L 6-cylinder | 5-speed manual | Manual 5-spd | RWD |
| 5.0L 8-cylinder | 4-speed automatic | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or AWD |
| 5.0L 8-cylinder | 4-speed automatic | Automatic 4-spd | RWD |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
Ford Explorer transmission fluid type and capacity →
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