Used 2003 Ford Explorer Consumer Reviews
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Raider, 12/06/2005
2003 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I was skeptical about purchasing a Ford in general. I reseached actual people reviews and local mechanics before I made my decision. Besides brake rotors and pads this vehicle is very worthy of it's Editors Choice Award. I would advise converting to synthetic oil immediatly as to save $$$ in a big way. I have travelled through 16 different states and logged over 41k miles in less than 2.5yrs. I use this vehicle in NYC everyday yes NYC! Overall I can't say enough. Not 1 trip to the dealer yet. Take care of it and it will in return take care of you and your family safely.
Not worth the money!
michelle n, 03/28/2009
2003 Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle three years ago, with only 30,000 miles. I had to replace the brakes/rotors all around, shortly after purchasing, all four wheel July, and I just found out that I needed all of these items replaced again. This thing had 17" wheels, and I had to replace them every 10 months. The transmission had a whine in it, there was a clicking noise and a really loud roaring sound in the front, drivers side. The cruise control didn't work. It would frequently take spells of not starting. It would grind really fast, like it had been flooded, and I would just have to sit and wait for it to start. It was quite roomy, but it was hard on gas and tires, and very expensive to fix.
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jkline, 06/06/2003
2003 Ford Explorer XLT Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
If you are going to buy one, buy it now. With the rebates and slow sales, you can get a great price. We drove off at 8k under MSRP (about 6k below invoice). If you are going to buy the XLT, definately look into the Sport. We were looking at the NBX, but decided it was too utilitarian.
Watch out
Steve W, 05/15/2006
2003 Ford Explorer XLT AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I HAD the 2003 Explorer and from the start I had transmission problems. First went out at 7,000 miles, next one went out at 21,000 and last one went at 36,000. Seems Ford has had problems with these transmissions and refuses to admit it. I learned that the 2006 still have the problems; about 2 out of 5 sold come back with transmission problems. If you have nothing to do go sit in the service waiting room and asked the people waiting. You will think twice about buying one. Worst of all is Ford's complete failure to help; they refuse to admit to the problem and refuse to even consider a swap or favorable trade in. I was finally forced to turn the car back in because you guessed it. THINK TWICE
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terry730a, 02/18/2004
2003 Ford Explorer XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2003 Ford Explorer XLS new at Courtesy Ford...Got a great deal including $3000 rebate..Driveability, reliability, and ergonomically, it is first rate. It has good acceleration and gas mileage; averaging about 18-19 MPG with 89 Octance..Even tho 87 is recommended.It is a fun car and a hoot to drive..Great value in the field of SUV's--bar none...