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4.3 out of 5 stars
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2005 Ford Explorer

St. Louis, 05/28/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Traded in my 2001 Ford Escape. The Explorer is just like my Escape on steroids. My local dealer offered $10,000 off sticker which put it at the same price as my Escape four years ago! Seems to be a great vehicle so far.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

big and easy

bill, 03/09/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Overall good, and fun to drive.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

2005 Explorer XLT Sport

ksc, 07/15/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Excellent vehicle ... Fun to drive. Overall excellent Ford quality. 3rd row seat excellent idea. Dealer was excellent.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle for 20K

Jim, 05/31/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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There are a lot of reviews bashing some really minor points about this car. But, face it, this is just looking for reasons to complain. For $22K or less you get a solid, safe well built, good looking car. I use mine for towing a bass boat and it is like the boat is not even there. This car puts all other SUV's to shame in terms of value for money. Ok, it does not have a chrome plated steering wheel. Who cares. Go pay an extra $15k and you can have one along with the high priced maintenance. You can't go wrong. I love my Explorer.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Explorer Not a bad Choice

Donald, 04/26/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Great Family vehicle for safety!

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