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Love it EXCEPT for 2 HUGE Issues that r a Headache
Peter Crosetti, Rockaway Park, NY, 02/26/2018
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
There are 2 HUGE issues w the 2011 - 2013 Explorers that FORD will not accept responsibility for: (1) The front hood rusts along the entire seam that started at under 36 months (30K miles) & FORD will not assume responsibility for under the new car 60 month rust through warranty. (2) The sunroof / moonroof drain(s) need to be cleaned by the dealer (Cost $150 per event) or else there is a massive leak into the passenger side floor whenever there is a rainstorm. The dealer has been unable to define a recommended time interval so I've had it done every 2nd oil change or 6000 miles. When I forgot we had a goldfish pond in the front and rear passenger compartment.
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my Golden loves it too!
jllevere, Santa Rosa, CA, 09/18/2014
updated 09/19/2016
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
Purchased my 2013 Explorer Sport after 10 years of driving BMW X-5's and based on this one I will be with Ford for a while. Ecoboost is a fantastic motor. I have 18,500 miles and vehicle has been in the shop for 2 services and that's it. Not one problem even with the highly disparaged SYNC. Maybe I just got lucky but my just plain works great! Did I mention how good the Ecoboost motor is! Over 20MPG on the highway and 15-17 in stop and go city driving. Really a lot of pickup for getting on freeways or passing.
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I love this car
deizik, La Crescenta, CA, 01/25/2013
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have a 2012 BMW and I find myself driving the Explorer more and more. Its quick, big enough for the kids and all of our stuff, great sound system, etc.
On a different plane...
keboss302, Sheffield, IA, 12/31/2012
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
Having considered an Explorer Limited since the 2011 redesign, my wife and I are glad to have waited a couple of years for the Explorer Sport. Trading off a 2007 V8 Explorer XLT, the Sport's Ecoboost V6 and Taurus SHO driving dynamics made us completely forget the V8. This is a fully modern, refined and fun-to-drive vehicle that exists on a completely different plane from the body-on-frame Explorers of yore. It's tight, solid, carefully constructed and (to our eyes) very handsome. The dual-panel glass roof, ambient lighting and Star Trek dash layout create an interesting and special interior environment, especially at night. It feels upscale for a Ford. And at nearly $49K, it should!
Crazy NOT to own one!!!!
Josh, Joliet, IL, 09/05/2015
updated 03/10/2016
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is absolutely the best vehicle I've ever owned. Great handling in the snow, slush and rain. Fuel economy 15 driving in city and 25 on Highway using adaptive cruise control. Drive conservative and fuel economy is great. Heavy on the gas and watch the fuel gauge drop.
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Do I Buy out my leased 2013 Explorer Sport?
Glenn, Wayne, PA, 01/28/2016
updated 02/05/2018
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my vehicle. With 42,000 miles out of the 45,000 3 year lease commitment, I naturally was ready to lease a 2016. In reading the other reviews, I thought this would be helpful to others who have been leasing for 20 years+ like me. I have decided to purchase my 2013 instead of leasing a new 2016 AND include the purchase of a 3 year 45,000 mile extended warranty. It will cost a total of $28,500 when 2013's appear to be selling between $30,000 and $33,000 in my area of the country (Northeast). The 2016's are just as nice, but not much different, so I'm not anxious to jump into another $550+/month lease given the bird in the hand that I have now. UPDATE 2/1/18: Still happy !
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2013 explorer sport shortcomings
Evan Edwards, Pittsfield, MA, 08/26/2015
updated 08/28/2017
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 23 people found this review helpful
Have a 2013 ford explorer sport black on black. Fantastic looking vehicle and have been pleased overall until the warranty ran out. Currently at 38000 which is 2000 over. Basically one month. Ac compressor locked up and caused belt to break which left vehicle without power steering and had to be towed. Ford said " too bad out of warranty, you owe $1100. ". Vehicle is 2.5 years old. This does not seem to be a normal item to malfunction so early on and am very disappointed that Ford is taking position of no responsibility. The sync system is as bad as others say. Never worked as advertised which had been a major incentive to buy the vehicle. Also the rear parking aid stopped working and I considered that to be a minor concern but perhaps it's more indicative of future things to come. I was happy that ford had turned things around in 2009 and felt good about the purchase but not anymore. Can't imagine what I would do had the transmission failed instead of just the ac. I managed to turn the vehicle in early and moved on to a Mazda CX-9. Since then I've shared my story with 3 others who had been considering an Explorer. They all opted to go elsewhere. I doubt that I'll ever try Ford out again.
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Awesome Track Suv!
Moses Alvarez, Pico Rivera, CA, 10/17/2015
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have a 2013 Sport Black on Black. This Suv looks great, the interior is nice, and the performance is awesome. When Im driving this bad boy around town, peoplw in other Suvs and sometimes cars always want t race me and I destroy them everytime. So one day I took this to the track, and ran a 14.07 bone stock! So I decided to do a livernois Stage 3 Tune and now Im doing Mid to High 12's in an Suv!!! This Suv is just awesome, the EcoBEAST engine is phenomenal. 5 out of 5 stars in performance EASY. Sure there may be a lot of plastic pieces, compared to a Range Rover or BMW X5, but the interior is very decent for an american Suv. Plus when you know your faster than all of them, who cares am I right?? My wife even enjoys leaving the other Soccer Moms behind in their Mazda CX-9s, Chevy Traverse, Honda Oddyssey's etc... All in all, this things is a Rocket and I am so glad I decided to purchase this over a Grand Cherokee SRT, AND I get a THIRD ROW!! WAY TO GO FORD!!!! Highly Recommend!
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My Hot Rod Sport
Ron Smith, Ypsilanti, MI, 07/29/2018
Ford Explorer Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I owned this car for just under 6 years. In that time I put 112,000 enjoyable miles on it. The vehicle was fun to drive and a great performer. I enjoyed the performance of the 3,5 twin turbo V6. I often towed a trailer with an ATV which weighed about 2500 lbs total. The Explorer handled it like the trailer wasn't there. My normal MPG was about 18 city, 21 highway. Even when towing the trailer, I got about 16 MPG. I traded it in recently for a new 2018 Ford Explorer Sport. The new vehicle purchase was not related to any issues or problems with the 2013 Sport. The great deal, end of year rebates, and good trade-in offer for the old vehicle convinced me to make the purchase.
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