Ford Explorer
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Second hand buy good value

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing reasonable compared to Jeep

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Brakes are main criticism. ABS slow to react and does not inspire confidence.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Kick down slow to react, but fairly quick using manual. Cruises happily all day long at high speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Touch wood - nothing major has gone wrong.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor image, but I adore the car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Driver seat could be stronger as losing shape and comfort.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The automatic locking before moving off is excellent idea especially with children.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Service average and unable to find fault with warning light for self leveling suspension

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Warning light for self leveling suspension and renewing rear brake discs.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes