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What Edmunds Says

A functional interior, ample passenger space, strong powertrains and a well-controlled ride all contribute to the 2005 Ford Explorer's well-deserved reputation as a practical midsize SUV with few faults.

Pros

Excellent ride and handling characteristics for a truck-based SUV, strong optional V8, comfortable cabin with user-friendly layout and seating for up to seven, good crash test scores.

Cons

Dull cabin design with some low-grade materials, low resale value, confusing controls on high-line models, lousy fuel economy.

Available Explorer Models

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XLS

  • 4.0L V6 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 

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Used TMV from $6,081

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XLS Sport

  • 4.0L V6 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 

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Used TMV from $6,285

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XLT

  • 4.6L V8 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 
  • Third row seats (Optional) 
  • DVD player (Optional) 

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Used TMV from $7,020

APPRAISE YOUR CAR submodelindex:2,make:Ford, submodel:Explorer SUV, year:2005, trim.trimName:XLT, zip:98144

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XLT Sport

  • 4.6L V8 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 
  • Third row seats (Optional) 
  • DVD player (Optional) 

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Used TMV from $7,304

APPRAISE YOUR CAR submodelindex:3,make:Ford, submodel:Explorer SUV, year:2005, trim.trimName:XLT Sport, zip:98144

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Eddie Bauer

  • 4.6L V8 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 
  • Third row seats (Optional) 
  • DVD player (Optional) 

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Used TMV from $8,368

APPRAISE YOUR CAR submodelindex:4,make:Ford, submodel:Explorer SUV, year:2005, trim.trimName:Eddie Bauer, zip:98144

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Limited

  • 4.6L V8 engine 
  • Automatic transmission 
  • Up to 14 cty/19 hwy mpg 
  • 4-wheel drive 
  • Stability Control 
  • Traction Control 
  • Third row seats (Optional) 
  • DVD player (Optional) 

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Used TMV from $8,979

APPRAISE YOUR CAR submodelindex:5,make:Ford, submodel:Explorer SUV, year:2005, trim.trimName:Limited, zip:98144

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2005 Ford Explorer SUV

What's New for 2005

The 2005 Ford Explorer receives minor interior and exterior trim changes, and the AdvanceTrac stability control system is upgraded with roll stability control for better protection against rollover accidents.

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