Ford Explorer 4.0 5d Auto (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Typical American car, comes with everything. Can't beat if you're after a very large 4WD. The only obvious option missing is a fuel computer (no need to depress owners).
Costs
It's hard to believe how much fuel this car gets through. Other design faults such as the ball joints and mass flow sensor (if you own one of these cars you will find out what this is, at you cost) have run up the bills.
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On the road
Driving
The car handles well for its Size. Very enjoyable around town due to elevated position. Great on the motorway.
Performance
Probably one of the fastest large 4WDs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ball joints needed replacing at 50,000 miles and mass flow sensor at 47,000. Both design faults in my opinion.
Image
A lot of chrome. Looks improve if you add bull bars and side steps.
Comfort
Most comfortable car I've driven.
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Security and Service
Security
Not been tested.
Service
Not all dealers can service this car. My nearest is 20 miles away. I tried my local Ford dealer, but they wouldn't even touch it.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Mass flow indicator £175.
Other
Ball Joints £446. Tyres £156 a pair. 48,000 mile service (oil change would be more accurate) £170.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes