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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best one yet

Ken B, 06/27/2008
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is the third Explorer we have owned, beginning in 1993, and by far the best. The ride is great for an SUV and the third seat makes it possible to carry all the grandkids at once. This is the least expensive and best equipped Explorer we have owned. I do wish the gas mileage was better.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good value for the money

Baxter, 01/06/2009
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Went from an '07 4Runner to the Explorer. Really love the Sync system and the softer ride. Seems to be a really solid vehicle and very capable. "Classy" seems to be a word that is very appropriate for the Explorer, expecially given the re- design of the front end. Given that the V-6 gets similar mileage to the V-8, wish I would have gone with the V-8 now for the extra power. Would also suggest going with the upgraded stereo system as the standard unit is very mediocre. However, I feel the Explorer is a very good value for the money.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great buy for the money

Robert, 07/01/2009
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have had this car for about a year now. Great pickup with the v6 and good power. Would suggest to anyone who wants an import. It just is not worth the extra money when this car is so much less and preforms just as well if not better. As for the interior not being stiched leather, get over it. its a ford, not a lincoln. No problems whatsoever. Car tells me when to get my oil changed, low tire pressure, low gas, etc. It has a very smart on board computer.

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5 out of 5 stars

what a GREAT CAR!!!

tom galvin, 07/18/2009
2008 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This car has been great from day one no problems very comfortable great power, turning radius, design and everything!! ive only owned fords in the past and have had an explorer before but this blows all of them out of the water!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love it!

lynn, 10/05/2009
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

After reading, test driving,etc. etc. I just couldn't talk myself out of getting this Explorer and am so glad I didn't! I love it, the ride is great, easy for my elderly parents to get in and out, as well as the grandkids! I actually look forward to driving to work! Interior is very nice and easy to use audio system. Can't say anything bad about it!

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