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4.3 out of 5 stars
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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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4.38 out of 5 stars

Back on Explorer

Ed, 07/11/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I had for Explorer for 5 years until my wife totaled the car. After driving a minivan for 4 years after that, I just purchased a Explorer. It is a very nice ride. Mechanically is good. It could use a little more details in the inside. However I am satisfied with the truck.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2005 Explorer

David, 07/17/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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The Explorer gives a very solid, yet comfortable ride. It handles well in the snow and ice.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Lovin' my new Explorer

John, 07/16/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I thought I was a Jeep man for life (I drove a Grand Cherokee for the last 7 years), but I ended up in this Explorer, and I love it. The ride is excellent, the V6 is strong enough for my needs, and it sits higher than I expected. I especially love the third seat. When my kids are back there, I can barely hear them. Especially if I am thumping the Audiophile system. The only negative is the fuel mileage. It is only getting 15 mpg average, and that hurts. Overall, a great truck.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best SUV I have ever driven

Jack, 07/17/2005
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I have driven the Honda Pilot, Toyota 4Runner, and the Chevy Tahoe and my Explorer tops them all. It's roomy; you don't feel cramped like you do in the 4Runner (low roof line). The interior design is simple, easy to understand, and has so much room for storage. The back seats fold flat giving huge cargo room. Drives great, steering is very responsive, and there is little road noise. Never had any problems other than a recall on the back window hinges.

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