A new version of the mid-size SUV platform (U2 short- and U3 long-wheelbase) went into production in 2006 for 2007 models.
U2 vehicles were built in Ford's Louisville, Kentucky and Valencia, Venezuela plants.
Vehicles using the new U2 short wheelbase platform include:
- 2006 Ford Explorer (U251)
- 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (U251)
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