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2017 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$31,660–$33,810 MSRP range
side view of 2017 Explorer Ford
(373 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.6
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Most reliable car I've owned

This SUV is better than the one we previously owned. Very spacious, lots of extras we did not expect. Very comfortable ride. Love this vehicle.

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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Was a dream car for my wife

This SUV has a lot of room on the interior including headroom and elbow space for driver and passenger. Lots of comfort and interior features like heated seats and steering wheel. The power from pressing on the gas pedal over the Escape we previously owned is very responsive. Lots of features and stylish look with the sports package and black wheels.

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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Most comfortable car I have ownee

This car has met all of my needs. It's been my dream vehicle for years...I'm in love!!! It spacious and my favorite color. The interior is in perfect condition and the color that I wanted.

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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The rear tow linkage has broken twice after replac

Love it, but hate it. Was almost killed twice when going highway speed and tow links broke. Family in vehicle both times two weeks apart.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Family Car

This car has great pick-up and run very well in all types of weather. It is perfect for a family of five. The added features are excellent - sun roof, moon roof, heated seats, remote start, and heated steering wheel are a huge plus!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Sick as xxxx I love it!

This SUV defined our needs and everyday I learn more about it. I drove Nissans for years but Ford Explorer crushes everyone on every level.

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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As always ford rocks

This SUV is awesome. It rides smooth and handles great. I feel safe and secure while driving it. Ii can handle a large part of my family and still be comfortable.

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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Drives great

Drives great, have great put up speed. I love the space it got for my family members. Perfect full size suv for the family .

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

It's a classy looking car. I love Ford's design! I've only had it for one day so I can't answer all the questions completely. However, I have test driven a couple of these Explorers.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2017 xlt

Pros: exterior Looks good - the back end of the vehicle looks entirely too long. spacious and quiet inside - excellent for road trips, front seats are comfortable the heated seats are my favorite feature of this vehicle Drives good in the snow one thing that really bothers me is the back liftgate has popped open without warning probably 10 times in two years This happens after stopping & the engine is turned off as I’m walking away from the vehicle. I make sure to double check that it’s shut because this seems to be an issue

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