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#26

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#5

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2013 Ford Explorer Review

By KBB.com Editors
You'll Like This Car If...

If you're seeking the room and versatility of a big SUV, but don't like the idea of a poor-handling, fuel-thirsty land barge that's nearly impossible to park, Ford's 2013 Explorer deserves a good look

You May Not Like This Car If...

If you're hoping for the high-mileage EcoBoost engine and 4-wheel drive, you'll be disappointed to learn the fuel-efficient 4-cylinder is available only on front-wheel-drive models. The Explorer's lim

How it Drives

It takes only a few minutes of seat time in the 2013 Ford Explorer to realize this is no ordinary SUV. The rigid unit body has none of the squeaks and rattles so commonplace in most truck-based SUVs, while Ford's Curve Control throttle intervention helps maintain a safe speed when rounding sharp corners. The Explorer's adept suspension is aided by a host of electronic assists designed to make this mid-size SUV handle like a lithe sport sedan. Our short time testing the Terrain Management 4-wheel-drive system netted some pretty impressive result

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2013 Ford Explorer Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating
7.6
Out of 10

Based on 79 Ratings for the 2011 - 2014 models.

Review this car
  • Value
    7.8/10
    Quality
    7.9/10
  • Reliability
    7.9/10
    Performance
    8.2/10
  • Comfort
    8.3/10
    Styling
    8.5/10

2013 Exployer Sport love it

By Little crow (PA) on Friday, May 03, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 4,100

10 10.0
overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating
10/10
Value
10/10
Reliability
10/10
Quality
10/10
Performance
10/10
Styling
10/10
Comfort
10/10

Pros: "It has the power when you need it."

Cons: "Haven't found any yet."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

The day I got it

"Ordered it in Aug. and got it in Nov. The car has so much power. I owned a 2004 Exployer and it was a 8 cyl so I was a little shy about getting a 6, but this one has so much more power. Love it."

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

The day I got it

Love my 2012 Explorer!!

By Mike (OH) on Tuesday, April 30, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 28,000

10 10.0
overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating
10/10
Value
8/10
Reliability
10/10
Quality
10/10
Performance
10/10
Styling
10/10
Comfort
10/10

Pros: "Drives great, looks great!!"

Cons: "My ford touch"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have loved this car for twenty years! This is my first Explorer and it is everything I thought it would be. It drives great, I have the limited 4x4 6 cylinder and get about 21 miles to the gallon. The only issue I have had with the car is "My Ford Touch". Ford has had several upgrades to the system at no cost to me, the upgrades have made the system better and better. My only regret is I didn't wait for the 2013 sport."

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

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