Used 2013 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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bigwhitebird, Saint George, UT, 05/15/2012
Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
37 of 38 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
Solid ride
Craig M, East Palestine, OH, 06/19/2020
updated 06/22/2023
Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
18 of 18 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.
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Great choice for Wife
tbonz2869, Riegelwood, NC, 05/22/2012
Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
I traded my wife's 2010 F150 for the Limited plus everything. She was disappointed in performance of the V6 vs the V8 in the F150. However even with her lead foot, she has managed to get between 20- 21 mpg. Excellent compared to the 16- 17 mpg in the F150. I have averaged 24- 25 mpg when I drive. She loves all the features and has found the MFT (My Ford Touch) to be easy to use.... She struggles with the IPhone. Overall great trade and no issues.
My Newest Sweetheart
christopher977, Mount Prospect, IL, 01/11/2014
Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is a truly marvelous SUV. Styling is a head turner w/20 inch wheels, well sculpted body and body creases. Corners great with its unitized body and the interior coddles its passengers with plush leather seats, an ABUNDANCE of space in all rows, intuitive tech features and a wonderfully clear, 13 speaker stereo. I love the solidity of driving in our nasty Chicago winters while the terrain management system makes short work of 10 inches of untouched snow and my wife and I are treated to heated seats, satellite radio and warm cocoa. Summers are also a treat under the dual sunroofs. This car was designed heavily based on the Land Rover and I swear somedays I forget that it isn't one!
My Explorer is Fantastic
rockreddog, Orlando, FL, 01/12/2014
Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have the Limited 202a package with 22,500 miles and is performing as advertised. Most of the Neg. comments are AWD models or Base models. You get what you pay for! My sync is excellent and you need to be a little Comp. savvy, if not you will have some issues, but all in all very minor. The Optimo H426 tires if pressurized to tire manufactures specs 46 psi they give a rough ride, but if you tone them down to ford recommendations at 35 psi the ride is much better. As far as room, I'm a huge dude and I have plenty of room. The people that are complaining need to by a van and need to get a clue! fold the third row seating down and there is plenty of room for four people plus cargo.
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