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2018 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$32,140–$34,290 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Explorer Ford
(268 reviews)
97% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.9
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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Love the Ford Explorer the way it handles

Very affordable great gas mileage fun to drive great seating for all my grandchildren for family trips it handles great with speed for passing ?

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Pricey

This car is large enough to accommodate the whole family, very comfortable, handles great, though I have not had it through a winter yet . The only negative thing about this vehicle is the price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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New Owner- Love it!

My husband and dad both own Fords and love their cards. I purchased an Explorer and have only driven it for one week. It is an extremely comfortable ride and I drive all day for work. I wouldn't change it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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car is the best purchase i've made in a long time

Beautiful car, rides great. I made an excellent choice. I love the extras leg room with the 3rd row seating and the option for buckets seats

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great vehicle many safety features. Solid value

Beautiful exterior and interior. Solid handling and many safety features. Storage isn?t as sufficient as other vehicles I?ve owned. Sadly color choices are limited. Limited towing weight

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Ford Explorer

Best vechile I owned . Easy to drive very comfortable and affordable I?ve always looked at the Ford Explorer as a very durable vechile and has allot of room

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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our 4th explorer, great vehicle

poor cup holder placement and locations, bad location for rear air controls with baby in car seat poor instructions for audio system and auxiliary ports, and no power points

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Ford Explorer - 2018

I have only had the car for 3 days and I love it. It is very comfortable and has a smooth quiet ride. It is spacious for the front passenger and the back seats are very comfortable as well.

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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New car for the family

The Ford Explorer Limited edition is stylish, it has good electronics, has smooth driving, good gas milage, and plenty of room.... overall a nice driving experience!

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Go for the 6-cyl, stay away from 4-cyl/turbo

We loved the vehicle but the 4-cyl/turbo engine just did not perform or seem to work efficiently with the transmission. At highway speed the turbo would kick in and out with the slightest road incline. Local dealer said no codes were thrown and the vehicle was operating as designed. We love the Explorer but, went with the 6-cyl on subsequent purchase.

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