2003 Ford Explorer Limited review from Netherlands
"Great American!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only bad point is the topspeed limiter, which is set for the export-model at 170 km/h (110 MPH) and no cruise control working over 160 km/h. As a result, the power loss occuring when pushing the gas pedal too much at these speeds get very anoying! Since I drive often in Germany, these speeds are kind of low and within the range of small diesel vans.
Otherwise the car has been very reliable and comfortable. Value for money is very good for this car not very common in Europe.
General comments?
My wife and kids love this car. It is loaded with DVD, 6 CD radio, GPS systems, TMC traffic announcing with re-routing, Xenon lights, Satelite TV that works perfect at all speeds, Blue Tooth mobile phone system, Roof mounted screens and all the other standard features that Ford offers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6 liter V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 16004 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2004 |