Used 2009 Ford Explorer Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Explorer, so we've included reviews for other years of the Explorer since its last redesign.
Nice SUV, Cheesy Interior Changes
Petersdraggon, 11/18/2008
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Previously owned a 2005. This one has the cheesy chromed instrument cluster/tunnel?),chromed round air vents. I liked the retangular ones better, not gimmicky, but kept with the truck-like theme and feel of the rest of the SUV. I also liked the column mounted shift lever, now in the console it takes up space; lever so huge-looks out of place and gets in the way of the controls especially when in park-that was another gimmicky move, form over function, I hate that. New door handles are bulbous. Engine roars-needs insulation but bulletproof. U-Haul still won't rent a trailer to Explorer owners, what a shame. It pulls them great. With that said, it is solid, boxed framed and spacious. Buy it!
Used 2008 explorer
Freddy , 03/30/2009
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2008 explorer 17 days ago. This is my 6th Explorer since 91. The 2008 model year is nicely styled, although personally I like the 05 much better - much classier look opposed to the chrome bars and round gauges. At first I hated the center mounted shift knob but my hand rests on it when using the arm rest, so its actually comfortable. Like others have said, interior parts are cheap. Overall I like Explorers, but this 08 has had a number of issues. In 17 days of ownership (bought with 16,200 mi on it) a speaker died, a part in the catalytic converter system failed and needed to be replaced, and the no cap gas cap filler neck had to be replaced due to improper sealing.
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software problems
classy chic, 02/03/2010
2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr SUV 4WD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
So I just bought my 2008 ford explorer last friday, january 30, 2010. When I come to a complete stop it the car jerks. Sometimes when I am at 70mph or higher it jerks also. I talk to ford about it and they said that the software in the transmission needs to be re-programmed. I have a 3 yr warranty, but it is still very inconvenient to have to already take the suv back to get something fixed and I just bought it. After reading the reviews and hearing about all the radiator problems, I guess I better prepare myself for this pretty soon. Ford should be more wise on the certain parts they put on vehicles, because when you have so many other people with similar problems, that's a big problem!!
Great Vehicle
Chuck W, 08/05/2008
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4dr SUV 4WD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my second SUV. Ive owned it for 8 months now and had no problems with it. Its fun to drive and has a great view. The cargo area is huge. The V8 has plenty of power, which I use to tow a boat. It has a truck like ride. Its handles very predictably, and excellent in the snow. I really like all of the safety features.
Third Explorer
J D, 08/20/2008
2008 Ford Explorer Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Each of my Explorers I have purchased new. 1994,2003,2008 and each have been much improved from the previous. I still own the 2003. The 08 is definitely a flagship, very comfortable, some cheap shortcuts though have me disappointed. The chrome clad wheels, I didn't realized till purchased but come on Ford this are very cheesy. Each one of my previous Explorers all top of the line have had solid chrome or aluminum wheels. If I would have realized this I probably would not have bought it. Another disappointment is the cheap interior. For 42000 it should be plush. But overall the ride is great and seats comfortable, plenty of power with the V8. I like the new one more everyday.