2018 Ford Explorer Speaker Sizes
The 2018 Ford Explorer factory audio system contains specific factory locations to accommodate distinct hardware. Front door panels accommodate 1 inch units and 6x9 inch speakers. Center dash and d-pillar locations accommodate 3.5 inch speakers. The rear door panel accommodates a 6.5 inch speaker size, while the rear side panel accommodates an 8 inch speaker. Hardware replacement and audio system upgrade options support tweeters, midranges, full-ranges, midbasses, and woofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Dash | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| D-Pillar | 3.5 | Midrange |
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| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 8 | Woofer |
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2018 Ford Explorer Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
3
easy to replace
2
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 2 Low: 2Additional Notes
- The 2018 Ford Explorer audio system utilizes a multi-location speaker layout with six distinct mounting positions, each serving different frequency reproduction roles.
- The 1-inch front door panel tweeter handles high-frequency reproduction, while the 6x9-inch speaker in the same door location manages broader frequency response as a full-range driver.
- Upgrading the 6x9-inch front door speakers and 6.5-inch rear door speakers would likely yield the most noticeable improvements in overall sound quality, given their full-range and midbass capabilities.
- The center dash incorporates a 3.5-inch full-range speaker, which typically contributes to vocal clarity and center-stage imaging in the soundstage.
- The 3.5-inch D-pillar midrange speakers focus on middle frequency reproduction, complementing the larger drivers for more complete audio coverage throughout the cabin.
- An 8-inch woofer in the rear side panel location provides dedicated low-frequency output, which could enhance bass response when replaced with an aftermarket alternative.
- The combination of dedicated tweeters, midrange drivers, and larger full-range speakers suggests a factory configuration designed for distributed sound throughout multiple seating positions.
- Component speaker systems featuring separate tweeters and woofers could integrate into the existing front door setup, given the presence of both 1-inch tweeter and 6x9-inch speaker locations.