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Used 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Explorer!

Christina, 08/13/2007
Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

For an SUV the mileage is pretty good. Had a recall issue about six months in, but they fixed it without a problem and have had no problems since. I put a lot of miles on my car and it has held up well with nothing but general maintenance. I would recommend an Explorer to anyone.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Never again

vr2usone, Pittsburgh, PA, 04/02/2012
Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful

This is my first Ford and I will never again purchase another. My problems are small but trying to find parts is a pain and there's not an easy fix. The visors, the seat, the crack in the back are all common complaints for this make and model and Ford refuses to acknowledge these defects or offer an expensive fix. Each part I need starts out at $100 and goes up. If I can ever find some cheap replacement parts I'm going to fix them and trade this vehicle in for a Chevy.

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5 out of 5 stars

My Ford Explorer

ChefAnita, 08/20/2003
Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I LOVE my new Explorer. It has a smooth ride, the new exterior look is very eye- catching. I am glad I waited, for this model. Go to Team Ford,,,,and ask for Rob!

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2 out of 5 stars

tyrannical tranny

lisa, 11/12/2006
Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

Had this vehicle less than 2 years and with only 62k miles it needs a new transmission. Of course the warranty is expired. All of the mechanics are aware of this problem with the 2004 tranny - and apparently so is Ford Motor Company!

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3.88 out of 5 stars

2004 xlt two wheel drive 4.0 v-6

BFR, 10/28/2009
Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

bought used with 12000 miles on it in 2005. I now have 92000 10/28/09. I had one front wheel bearing go out. changed the hub assembley myself was not to hard but cost was $200.00.New tires at 86000 miles, and never rotated the tires once, and they wore even. Gas milage 15/16 city 21/22 highway.I run mobil 1 oil and change every 6000 miles.My wife drives it 80% of the time , and loves it. I coach baseball and have plenty of room to haul everything.No complaints

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