1997 Ford Explorer XLT AWD review from North America
"I love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Entire heater core had to be replaced about one month after I got it. Not cheap.
Check engine light is on most of the time, since about 2 weeks after I got the vehicle, but there are no problems.
Factory stereo sub-woofer quit after about a month and a half, but I bought a much better one recently anyways.
General comments?
I absolutely love my Explorer. The only thing I can say bad about it, is that it gets horrible gas mileage, seeing as how it is a V8 and all wheel drive. With rising gas prices, I will soon need to get a car with better mileage, and will severely miss my wonderful Explorer.
The leather interior is very comfortable.
My Explorer is very quick, and powerful.
It also has a lot of interior space.
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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 | 5.0 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 71800 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75200 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Festiva |
| Date of Entry | 31st March, 2004 |