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2006 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$26,530–$28,755 MSRP range
side view of 2006 Explorer Ford
(85 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.1
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So far I am happy with the explorer

this suv has met all my needs. it is very comfortable rides great and has plenty of power.the inside door handle could have been placed in a better spot but that is my only gripe.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I’ve owned

I love it, I love all fords they are very good cars, I don’t buy no other car, they are easy to manage and have no problems

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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AWESOME Eddie Bauer Edition 4WD

The vehicle was 13 years old. I had it for 11 years. I felt so safe in it with good or bad weather with the Auto 4x4. It was an awesome SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most comfortable car I've own it.

this car is clean I take care of it I owned it before a week so it's still new for me, but I want to sell because this car is big for me.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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This car has been nothing but amazing

I love this car. The leather interior is slick and gives it that wow factor. Not to mention that this has been the most reliable car I have owned. It rides nice and I have yet to have a problem with it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A very good deal for the money I spent.

A lot of miles on this vehicle, but the engine only has about 40000 miles on it. It has a few things that don't work, but things I can fix. For the money I wanted to spend, I am happy with this vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Average car for the money

Car is in great shape but still overpriced I will continue looking for this model maybe A year or two newer would be the best

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Bought a 2006 V6 Eddie Bauer in August 2018

It had 106,543 on the odometer, currently 107453. Replaced the tires, the original exhaust system, had the brakes done, original belt, and changed the oil. Car rides great on the Highway, gets around 17.1 around town, 20.5 on the road. Rides great. I've read the horror stories about the Timing Chains, no rattle so far, and the Trans, Trans fluid is dark but not burnt. I expect to dump, refilter and fill before the winter is out, I fully expect to baby the engine, service it regularly and not tow with it. So far (knock wood) no real problems. I am enjoying this vehicle. Comfortable on road, rides well on the highway, interior is well designed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable, high quality construction

Great SUV to haul family with third row seats. Good towing capacity takes you fishing or camping with ease. Powerful 4.0 engine gives more than enough power to engage steep inclines without a sweat.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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2006 Ford Explorer

I bought this truck thinking it would be able to fill my desire for a truck. Nope. and it had problems from day 1 with a lot of things. the AC went the first summer , the door handle broke off , the transmission was giving me serious concern for the whole time I had this vehicle. and on the day I traded it in I found out my rear (5th) door wouldn't open. I personally will never own another. I gave it average reviews, only because I understand they may not all be this bad. but from my experience this should have been a 1 star review.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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