Ford Explorer 4.0 XLT 5d Auto (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Loads of car for lot less than rival 4x4s.
Costs
Servicing/maintenance good £s. Petrol/insurance biggest costs. Tyres not as expensive as you may think.
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On the road
Driving
Easy, effortless, great visibility, makes for confident driving.
Performance
Good performance, slower kick-down, great off-road. Don't try to drive it like a sportscar round bends!
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Living with it
Reliability
Not let down at all.
Image
Not common, so more eye catching. Right amount of chrome to give some style to working vehicle. Poor press spoils reputation.
Comfort
Very comfortable. Loads of space front, back and boot. Excellent boot access too and no spare tyre in the way.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard anti-theft - not tested! As lady driver, auto door locking whilst driving gives added feeling of security.
Service
Found good garage to carry out work. However, they are still scared of our car as they get little help/advice from Ford who seem to know little about this model.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front suspension arms worn, OSF wheel bearing.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes