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2018 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$32,140–$34,290 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Explorer Ford
(269 reviews)
96% 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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Most comfortable car I've owned

This car is exactly what we wanted. the price, comfort and style are the best. The deal we received with the rebates made it very affordable.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great vehicle, and a stylish ride!

This is my third Explorer and I have enjoyed all of them. Great car, very stylish, room for seven people. I would recommend this car!

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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Love it!

This car has a lot of options which I am still learning. It is very roomy. Great navigation system. One of the best car I owned.

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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Our 5th Explorer Sport

We purchased another Explorer SPORT recently, our 5th Explorer but 3rd Sport model (I'll never go back). Some may see this as a problem, I personally see it as a perfectly healthy attachment to a 3rd row, 5 star safety rated, 365 horse powered SUV. I can fit our entire family comfortably, while still burning people at green lights (if necessary to merge of course). It's the perfect blend of reliability and style, so I can "work mom" or "soccer mom" appropriately. Did I mention the twin turbo?

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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It has great space!

I love the extra space that the Explorer offers without making it feel like I am driving a huge suv. I have been very pleased with my new vehicle and feel that I will be loyal to this particular make and model. I love it! It also helps that it is a very nice looking 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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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2018 Ford explorer

Nice SUV, rides great, roomy, comfortable. The Ford sync system is very impressive, user friendly. Would have bought it, except the price is thousands more than comparable SUVS. Ford needs to be more competitive if it expects to sell!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
—
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Very smooth ride.

The car is very comfortable. I need something comfortable as I have had back surgery. It hits my lunbar spine and neck in the right places.

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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Impressive Ride

We wanted something bigger and more comfortable than our old 2014 Mazda 5 Wagon and our new Ford Explorer XLT definitely deliveresd. It's roomy, stylish and very comfortable, and meets our need to travel longer distances to and with the grandchildren.

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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Best SUV I've every owned

Hands down the best SUV I have every owned. Very affordable and reliable. It is an excellent value and would not hesitate to purchase another one in the future.

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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Love it

Love my new explorer. Def recommend the limited trim pkg over the xlt-more features! Glad we bought this truck to replace my Subaru. More room and love all the power!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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