1995 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"Part truck, part minivan. Handy, but hard on gas"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lower ball joints 55,000 and 130,000 miles.
Stabilizer links about 60,000 and 110,000 miles.
Front brakes about 75,000 miles.
Rear brakes, about 90,000 miles.
Left upper ball joint, about 90,000 miles.
Shocks, 90,000 miles.
Fuel pump at 110,000 miles.
Parking brake shoes at 110,000 miles.
Front differential axle seals 120,000 miles.
Rear pinion seal 152,000 miles.
Automatic transmission overhaul at 153,000 miles.
General comments?
Except for the lower ball joints, reliability is very reasonable.
I have gotten 20 mpg on trips in warm weather, but 16 mpg is typical.
Good performance for a small truck, I tow about 2,500 pounds with it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 55000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 153000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Trooper |
| Date of Entry | 9th December, 2003 |