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Solid ride
Craig M, 06/19/2020
updated 12/26/2024
2013 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
This car has been EASY!! I’ve changed a bearing and brake pads. That’s it. And my wife and kids ABUSE it. Doesn’t matter. Bullet-proof engine. 130,000 miles, getting 25 mpg on current road trip. Granted, I’m not one to ruminate on every squeak that comes from a vehicle. For me, every morning for 8 years, I press the button, the engine starts, and the car reliably gets the job done. Update: (12/2021)—I agree with the above commentary. 155k, still doing fine. Haven’t spent an automotive repair nickel on the truck. FWD, non-turbo engine, …. with respect to this vehicle’s reliability, I may benefit from the low complexity of this system. Update: 6/2023. 183k, still reliable. 25 mpg. I want a new car, but cannot justify spending the money given how well this one runs. Expenses since last update—I changed the serpentine belt/tensioner ($130). That’s it. 6/2024: 200k. Changed fluids (trans, coolant ….) for the first time—looks like the Explorer is gonna run for a while longer. No problems. 25 mpg. Starts every time. Chipping paint, exterior rust = give car some character!! 12/24: 208k, It’s a reliable daily driver. The car is “cosmetically tired”, but mechanically shows no signs of “fatigue”.
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carpens@alfredstate.edu, 09/10/2015
2013 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
73 of 76 people found this review helpful
I bought my car used with 30000 miles on it in perfect condition. I fell in love with it when i saw that it had everything that i needed and more. As a mom this car fit all my needs, and it was way better than my mini van. The My Ford Touch is wonderful! it can find even the hardest of places on the GPS and never fails on me. i have to admit at first i was a little overwhelmed with the touch sensitive buttons and all the buttons on the steering wheel, but i found myself quickly learning and it wasn't that hard. I have had no problems with my Explorer just the usual maintenance. the only thing i have found i do not like is when the third row head rests are up it does make it hard to see out the back but the fix was just not having them up when they were not in use, but that is also why the backup camera is a dream, and the other thing is it is a bit slow when trying to get up and go, but I'm also used to a mini van that had a lot of get up and go power behind it. As i was reading these reviews i started to second guess myself because of all the negative comments people had to say about theirs, but people need to realize that not everything can be perfect and that sometimes parts are defective. There is no perfect car brand they all have the problems. with that i am still in love with my car and everything about it!
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bigwhitebird, 05/15/2012
2013 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
38 of 39 people found this review helpful
Purchased vehicle in Fort Myers FL and had accumulated less than 400 miles on same before undertaking our trek to extreme Northern NY... the car performed very well and the mileage improved as we drove. Ride comfort and seating is superior. The car has 302a pkg, so all of the toys and features apply...forward facing radar is truly impressive in high speed traffic situations. The blind spot detection works very well and the lane minder too, had to play some to find out if it worked. Had one incident with the closing rate detection on the radar as a panic situation occured in front of me, the heads up display and braking assist performed as they were designed, added to my feeling of safety
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Randy Kennedy, 07/10/2015
updated 07/26/2017
2013 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
I recently took a trip of approximately 1,300 miles and got 25.2 mpg. The trip was mostly interstate driving. Changed the Michelin tires at 65,000. Could have gotten 70,000 miles, but didn't want to risk them on a long trip. Changed the front brake pads at 60,000 miles. No other repairs.
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Love it
kaisersoze69, 03/14/2013
2013 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I wake up every day thinking about driving this car. The touch system is fantastic and understanding it should be fairly simple for anyone who has ever used a computer (or an ATM for that matter). It flawlessly syncs with my phone as soon as I fire it up. The interior is beautiful and well designed with a lot of forward thinking. My kids love the adjustable ambient lighting. I have the 2nd row captains chairs which makes getting to the 3rd row very easy. My only complaint is that the gas tank (and range) seems small (and short).