1993 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"A sturdy well built Ford Explorer which helped give the car its initial reputation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Rebuilt automatic transmission at 135000 miles.
- Kingpins replaced, shocks replaced and tires replaced at 88000 miles.
- water pump failure at 190,000 miles, starter failure at 191,000 miles, heater core failure at 195,000 miles.
- seat wear, some cracks in drivers seat leather. paint coming off roof hood and luggage rack.
- leaky block at 199,000 miles, fixed easily with block sealant.
General comments?
- engine is a 400 pound gorilla, has almost 200,000 miles on-board and no major failures... good compression, rings are holding up well, timing chain may need replacing.
- Engine has good power and acceleration in passing, but less power on hills (v6 has always been underpowered on hills, as it's a 5000 pound vehicle.)
- the vehicle has been up mountains, through deserts and in violent Texas thunderstorms and remains a sturdy companion.
- Ford Explorers aren't made to last like this one. Find one, rebuild it and ride it to 300,000 like I am doing.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 63000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 198000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2002 |