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2012 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$28,280–$30,280 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Explorer Ford
(84 reviews)
76% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.5
Interior
4.3
Performance
4.1
Value
3.9
Exterior
4.5
Reliability
4.0
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Roomy and Comfortable

I LOVE my Ford Explorer. It had so much room and is SO comfortable. This vehicle handles so good and is SO fun to drive with no blind spots.

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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Amazing Explorer

Very roomy and comfortable can fit 7 people and is not uncomfortable to do do road trips. is good on gas and love the interior touch screen and leather seats.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing purchase

I love it so much. We have been looking high and low for this vehicle and the right price! Finally found it at Auto Haus on Velp Ave!

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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Very comfortable and smooth car

Smooth drive handles very well,very good family car.good mph to the gallon seats 7 passengers. Very spacious in third row seating and second row seating.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
5.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Do not buy an Explorer

This is my last Ford vehicle, reliability is poor at better. Thus far it has needed the second row seat replaced, rear brake caliper rust and locked, hood corroded and bubbled the paint, 4x4 power transfer unit ground its self up. Steer clear of the Explorer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
3.0
Value
2.0
Exterior
3.0
Reliability
1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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explorer

Great suv for the money. Comfortable interior. Plenty of power and very nice body style. Fuel mileage is good for a 4wd but could be improved.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my Explorer Limited!

Love love love my explorer! I had a Lexus suv which was NOT worth the money! This ford looks beautiful inside and out, is so roomy and comfortable, and is a great value for what you get. The new styling of the explorers caught my eye and once I drove one, I knew it was bye bye Lexus! Everyone who has been in my car has been pleasantly surprised that it is so nice. The reclining back seat is a hit with my kids, especially on road trips. I didn't get navigation because I use my phone for that, but the myfordtouch has given me no troubles. Overall, 5 stars!

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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I Love the Explorer, slick, clean great

I have owned the explorer for 1.5 years and love it. The air codition seats and automatic remote starter is great for S. Cal weather. I have the pearl white with black int. and looks fantastic. When driving, you are at a perfect hight. Not to high up and not low. I am very please with my Explorer and will be buying another one in the future. Not the most powerful but plenty to get the job done.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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No Problems To Report

We went from our 2006 Eddie Bauer Explorer to a 2012 Pearl White XLT with the step up package including, Leather, Sync, 20" Wheels and a few other goodies for just about 18 months now. There is no comparison. Not a single problem to report. Great gas mileage for an SUV. Quiet ride, comfortable interior, and a great looking extrerior. Have around 20,000 miles on it, and have had to bring it in for oil changes only. This is my wife's daily commuter, and all around everything else vehicle. Sync works everytime, all the time. When our lease is up, we will definitely get another one. I guess they can't all be perfect. Good luck to those of you having issues.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2012 Explorer

we have owned several explorers and this is by far the best yet.very quiet, great mileage for a 4700 # vehicle. very smooth riding. like I said, best one yet

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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