Ford Explorer
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    My 3 year old model offered a lot of car for £8k.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Um, er... 14 to 18 mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great torque and easy power steering make it an easy drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A veritable two and a half tonne gazzelle.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    My high miler (90,000) has had gearbox, computer, wiring loom, torque converter and transfer box. Thankfully under warranty.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A matter of taste, and I don't have any. Love it.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfort city, although I dislike the seat and cannot find a good possition.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No security. Thankfully theives dont want them (can't afford the petrol for get-aways).

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Took Ford main agent 4-months to sort gearbox problem.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Solid, relaible.

    Other

    Factory fit CD player packed up. Rear tail gate leaks.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No