Initial Quality Ratings by JDPower.com
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2008
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| Initial Quality Ratings- Mechanical |
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| Overall Quality - Mechanical |
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4 / 5 |
| Powertrain Quality - Mechanical |
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4 / 5 |
| Body & Interior Quality - Mechanical |
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3.5 / 5 |
| Features and Accessories Quality - Mechanical |
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4 / 5 |
| Initial Quality Ratings - Design |
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| Overall Quality - Design |
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2.5 / 5 |
| Powertrain Quality - Design |
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3 / 5 |
| Body & Interior Quality - Design |
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3 / 5 |
| Features and Accessories Quality - Design |
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2.5 / 5 |
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J.D. Powers Ratings Legend
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What's New for 2009 Ford Explorer
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2009
For 2009, the Ford Explorer gains standard trailer sway control, an added feature for the stability control system. There's also a new XLT Sport trim level and an updated navigation system with Sirius Travel Link, which provides current traffic conditions, gas prices for nearby stations and even sports scores and movie listings. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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