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Used 2004 Ford Explorer Pricing

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2004 Highlights

Ford's AdvanceTrac electronic stability control that was previously available on V8 models only is now available on all models, except the XLS and XLS Sport and all AWD models. The NBX version now comes standard with the off-road package and "NBX" tailgate badging, and can be ordered with a moonroof. Limited and Eddie Bauer models get a quad bucket seating option when equipped with the third-row bench, which adds second-row buckets and a floor console. Family buyers of the 2004 Ford Explorer should note that the optional rear air conditioner no longer requires the purchase of the third-row seat. Finally, a tire-pressure monitoring system is now standard on XLS Sport and higher trim levels, and a rear cargo shade is optional on XLT, Eddie Bauer and Limited models.

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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 highline models, lousy fuel economy.
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Used 2004 Ford Explorer for Sale

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Ford Explorer 2004 XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Red Fire Clearcoat Metallic 58,158 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLS
List:$6,421
Est.Loan: $131/mo
All in One Auto Group(0)
8.8 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Red Fire Clearcoat Metallic Medium Parchment155,425 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
List:$3,295
Est.Loan: $68/mo
Fair Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram(28)
9.1 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Red Fire Clearcoat Metallic 168,948 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
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Priority Nissan Tysons Corner(3)
15.1 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic Midnight Grey95,824 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerLimited
List:$5,839
Est.Loan: $120/mo
Priority Toyota(3)
25.3 mi away
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Dealer Notes

CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic 2004 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD 5-Speed Automatic with Overdrive 4.0L V6 SOHC Flex Fuel Explorer Limited. Recent Arrival! Also includes Priorities FOR LIFE at no additional charge! Oil and Filter changes For Life, VA State Inspections For Life and more! See dealer for full benefits package. What are you waiting for? DROP THE MOUSE AND PICKUP THE PHONE!!! (703) 269-1400.

Ford Explorer 2004 Limited AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) Black Clearcoat 186,940 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerLimited
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Thomassen Family Automotive Center(0)
26.8 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Oxford White Clearcoat Medium Parchment100,245 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLS
List:$5,777
Est.Loan: $118/mo
Ourisman Ford Lincoln(18)
28.1 mi away
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Dealer Notes

LOCAL TRADE-IN, 1 OWNER CARFAX, CLEAN CARFAX, VERY LOW MILES, 4X4, TRACTION CONTROL, LEATHER STEERING WHEEL W/ AUDIO & CRUISE CONTROL, POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS & MIRRORS, REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY W/ DOOR KEYPAD, UNDER $10,000, Explorer XLS, 4D Sport Utility, 4WD, 16 Full Face Steel Wheels, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, Speed-Sensitive Wipers, Tachometer, Tilt steering wheel, Voltmeter. NO DEALER PREPARATION,RECONDITIONING OR PRE-DELIVERY FEES ADDED BACK TO THE OURISMAN VALUE PRICE :) Come see why we're one of the HIGHEST SELLING PRE-OWNED DEALERS in VIRGINIA! We start with a GREAT SELECTION of PREMIUM INVENTORY all listed at BELOW MARKET PRICING and continue on to provide a GREAT SERVICE EXPERIENCE throughout the buying process! All of our prices are BASED ON THE RESEARCH of competitive vehicles in our local marketplace -They are ACCURATE and IN-LINE with what you will find through your own research- This helps to avoid a lengthy back-and-forth negotiation process! WE INVITE YOU TO BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!! Home of The Ourisman Buyers Edge $1500 in unexpected extras. Loaner Cars with major maintenance and a Car Wash with every service!! Price does not include tax, tag, title, & processing fee.

Ford Explorer 2004 Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) 182,737 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerEddie Bauer
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Jack Winegardner Chevrolet(0)
33.5 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Oxford White Clearcoat Medium Parchment163,000 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerEddie Bauer
List:$3,200
Est.Loan: $66/mo
Branch Avenue Auto Auction(0)
36.3 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) Medium Wedgewood Blue Clearcoat Metallic 113,873 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
List:$4,995
Est.Loan: $102/mo
Dudley's of Winchester(0)
38.5 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Pueblo Gold Clearcoat Metallic Medium Parchment164,000 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
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National Motors of Waldorf(49)
41.8 mi away
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Dealer Notes

Prices subject to change without notice and do not include Title, License, Registration Fees, State or Local Taxes or Processing Fees, if any. Please contact seller first for vehicle availability

Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) 380,000 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
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Buchanan Kia(0)
46 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) Ceramic White Tri-Coat Clearcoat Metallic 156,680 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerLimited
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Buchanan Buick Chevrolet GMC(0)
49.4 mi away
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Dealer Notes

It doesn't get much better than this 2004 Ford Explorer 4DR 114 WB 4.6L LIMITED, which boasts a dual climate control, premium speakers, and anti-lock brakes. It comes with a 4.6 liter 8 Cylinder engine. Stay safe with this SUV 4X4's 4 out of 5 star crash test rating. The exterior is a sharp white. Enjoy the sweet sounds of this vehicle's premium speakers. View this beauty and our entire inventory today! Call for more details. Contact Information: Buchanan Automotive, 1035 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, 17268, Phone: (717) 762-3141, E-mail: chevy@buchananisbetter.com. Our Guaranteed Credit approval is backed by a check for $100.00 if you don't ride home in your next vehicle or take your written approval with payments and terms home to review we will cut you a check! Many Certified Pre Owned, commission free

Ford Explorer 2004 Eddie Bauer AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) Dark Blue Pearl Clearcoat Metallic 189,383 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerEddie Bauer
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Buchanan Cadillac(0)
49.4 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Red Fire Clearcoat Metallic 92,355 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLS
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Aero Motors(0)
56.8 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 NBX 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic Midnight Grey167,360 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerNBX
List:$3,995
Est.Loan: $82/mo
Universal Auto Sales(0)
62.1 mi away
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Fair Deal!
$110 Below Market
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Dealer Notes

2004 FORD EXPLORER 167K MILES POWER WINDOWS POWER DOOR LOCKS POWER STEERING AUTOMATIC 4X4 3RD ROW SEATING FRESH VA INSPECTION LOOKS RUNS AND DRIVES PERFECT!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~90 DAY POWER TRAIN WARRANTY INCLUDED~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Visit Universal Auto Sales online at www.universalautosales.net to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 703-901-1880 today to schedule your test drive.

Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Pueblo Gold Clearcoat Metallic 144,089 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
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Jones Junction Hyundai(1)
67.6 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Oxford White Clearcoat 0
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
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Colonial Auto Center(0)
84.4 mi away
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Ford Explorer 2004 XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic 99,094 miles
Used 2004Ford ExplorerXLT
List:Not Listed
McKee Motors(0)
93.8 mi away
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Features & Specs

XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
MPG161615
Seating555
Transmission5-speed automatic5-speed automatic5-speed automatic
Fuelflex-fuel (FFV)flex-fuel (FFV)gas
Horsepower210 hp @ 5100 rpm210 hp @ 5100 rpm239 hp @ 4750 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver4/5
    Passenger5/5

  • Side Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated

  • Side Barrier Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver5/5
    Passenger5/5

  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings

    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated

  • Rollover

    Rollover3/5
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    Not Tested
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    P
    Poor
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    G
    Good

Top Consumer Reviews

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Consumer Rating

Ford exploder
A quick review of my 2004 Ford Explorer . Purchased used in 2011 . Comfortable ride . Once it hit 120,000 that's were things started to go down hill. Ball joints , power steering pump. Wheel bearings. Head lights . Turn signals. And most recently , a transmission. Dropped around 7 grand total in repairs to keep on road , the last 18 months. Gas mileage is down right crappy . My advise would be not to buy one of these ford exploder.......
2004 Ford Explorer XLT 4.6 @124,000
Bought the truck in June of 2008 with 40K. Things I have absolutely had to replace:Rear axle bearing seal ($40), thermostate for radiator with seal (20), both front wheel bearings (250 a piece). Things that were wants not needs:Throttle body (700), cruise control cutoff switch (50), 4 motorcraft shocks and 8 ball joints total, front upper and lower and rear lower, front sway arm bushings (bushings wore out around 50K, buy moog bushings, Ford material is for the bushings is poor) ($600-700 for suspension parts) AC vent door components (300). AC was blowing cold air but the doors were stripped and the air was being blocked because they were not opening properly. This happened around 50K.
transmission
bought my wifes explorer in 2006, with 9400 miles. at about 20,000 miles the tranny started hitching, we ignored it until got so bad we couldnt drive it.had the tranny rebuilt for 2,500 bucks. come find out there were a lot of 03,04 with the same problem. ford should have had a recall on these, if your looking at these yrs make sure u ask about the trannys! other hen that my wife loves her explorer, we live in maine and it it does great in snow
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Used 2004 Ford Explorer Overview

The Used 2004 Ford Explorer is offered in the following submodels: SUV. Available styles include XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLS AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT Sport AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLT Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLS Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLS Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT Sport AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), XLT Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), XLS Sport AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), NBX 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), Limited AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), NBX 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), Limited AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A), Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A), and Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A). Pre-owned Ford Explorer models are available with a 4.0 L-liter flex-fuel (FFV) engine or a 4.6 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 239 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2004 Ford Explorer comes with four wheel drive, rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed automatic. The Used 2004 Ford Explorer comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. powertrain warranty.

What's a good price on a Used 2004 Ford Explorer?

Save up to $161 on one of 9 Used 2004 Ford Explorer for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, VA with prices as low as $3,200 as of 05/22/2018, based on data from dealers and consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 1 to 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for Used 2004 Ford Explorer trim styles:

  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer XLS is priced between $5,777 and $6,421 with odometer readings between 58158 and 100245 miles.
  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer XLT is priced between $3,295 and $4,995 with odometer readings between 113873 and 155425 miles.
  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer is priced between $3,200 and $3,200 with odometer readings between 163000 and 163000 miles.
  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer Limited is priced between $5,839 and $5,839 with odometer readings between 95824 and 95824 miles.
  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer NBX is priced between $3,995 and $3,995 with odometer readings between 167360 and 167360 miles.
  • The Used 2004 Ford Explorer XLS Sport is priced between $3,995 and $3,995 with odometer readings between 150076 and 150076 miles.

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