2003 Ford Explorer Limited review from Netherlands
"Average"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1) Corrosion on the hood.
2) Car stalled in Denmark without any reason.
3) Transmission dropped out at only 90000 km.
4) Stereo did not comply with controls on steering wheel.
5) Alarm problems near airports (no function)
6) Rims were rotting away (dealer replaced them)
General comments?
1) The car is very comfortable on long trips.
2) Better looks than Jeep, BMW or Pathfinder.
3) Good engine, 4.6L V8.
4) US recalls not EU recalls.
5) Difference in standard equipment US and EU version.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 4.6L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 90230 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 6th March, 2008 |