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1997 Ford Explorer
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Est.
$400
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Vehicle information
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-20
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4L V-6 regular unleaded, engine with 160HP
Stock #: LD47329
VIN: 1FMDU34X5TUD47329
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Oxford White Clearcoat
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
14-19
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
Engine: 5L V-8 regular unleaded, engine with 215HP
Stock #: 9318
VIN: 1FMZU35PXXZB24250
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player, HomeLink
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1998 Ford Explorer XLT
353,602 mi.
$6,995
East Coast Auto Source
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Light Denim Blue (CC/Met)
Int. color: Medium Prairie Tan
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
15-19
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.0L 6 CYL. GAS
Stock #: J569RDOK
VIN: 1FMZU34E1WUD36367
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Light Prairie Tan (CC/Met)
Int. color: Medium Prarie Tan
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
14-18
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 5.0L 8 Cyl. Gas
Stock #: N164ROIK
VIN: 1FMZU35P9WUB98027
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Roof Rack
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Black / Silver
Int. color: Dark Graphite
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
14-19
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 5.0L V8 16V MPFI OHV
Stock #: 15012A
VIN: 1FMZU35P6XZB91475
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Red
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-20
Fuel type: Gasoline
Engine: 4.0L V6 12V MPFI SOHC
Stock #: 251350C
VIN: 1FMZU24E0XUB56258
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Red
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.0L V6 12V MPFI SOHC
Stock #: 104689
VIN: 1FMZU34E5WZC23248
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Vehicle information
Ext. color: Gold
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-20
Fuel type: Gasoline
Engine: 4.0L V6 12V MPFI OHV
Stock #: K31642
VIN: 1FMZU34X6XZB30130
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Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
14-19
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 5.0L V8 16V MPFI OHV
Stock #: 2UY1072A
VIN: 1FMZU35P2XZA43291
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player, HomeLink
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
No photo available
Vehicle information
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
15-19
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4L V-6 regular unleaded, engine with 205HP
Stock #: A64541A_1
VIN: 1FMZU34E7WZA64541
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Roof Rack
Seating:
Leather Seats, Memory Seat
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Explorer | $48,517 | 84 Great deals |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $42,760 | 1018 Great deals |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $34,686 | 179 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $33,306 | 253 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $29,763 | 307 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $25,312 | 270 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $23,387 | 281 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | $18,262 | 153 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $16,634 | 215 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,678 | 239 Great deals |
About the 1997 Ford Explorer
XL shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 4
- Door count
- 2
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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Is the 1997 Ford Explorer reliable?
The 1997 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Explorer owners.
Is the 1997 Ford Explorer a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 1997 Ford Explorer.
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort
- 4.2
- Interior
- 4.1
- Performance
- 4.0
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.1
- Reliability
- 4.2
86% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort
- 4.2
- Interior
- 4.1
- Performance
- 4.0
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.1
- Reliability
- 4.2
Eddie Bauer (3 styles)
| Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer | 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer AWD | 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer 4WD |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $29,065 | Starting at $30,730 | Starting at $31,070 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Limited (3 styles)
| Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB Limited 4WD | 4dr 112" WB Limited AWD | 4dr 112" WB Limited |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $35,005 | Starting at $34,670 | Starting at $32,720 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Sport (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 2dr 102" WB Sport | 2dr 102" WB Sport 4WD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $21,265 | Starting at $23,095 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XL (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB XL 4WD | 2dr 102" WB XL 4WD | 4dr 112" WB XL | 2dr 102" WB XL |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $23,405 | Starting at $22,050 | Starting at $21,485 | Starting at $20,085 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (3 styles)
| Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB XLT | 4dr 112" WB XLT AWD | 4dr 112" WB XLT 4WD |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $24,220 | Starting at $26,225 | Starting at $26,225 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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