1995 Ford Explorer XLT - but loaded! 4.0L V6
Summary:
Wonderful SUV!!!!
Faults:
Nothing really... small problems when going up hills for long distances, it gives a "Check Engine" light, but Ford says it is a bad EGR valve. Had the valve replaced, but it continues to happen.
Keyless entry not as responsive as when we bought it, possibly needs a new battery in the remote?
Ford also failed to clean the air filters when we had it in for routine work. We no longer take it there.
General Comments:
Wonderful vehicle. Totally loaded XLT - leather, moonroof, dual power seats, 6 disc CD changer, keyless entry (key fobs and keypad on the side of the drivers door), 4 wheel disc ABS.
Wonderful vehicle... plenty of power out of the 4.0L V6.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 12th January, 2001
30th Nov 2002, 23:50
I have a '92 Explorer XLT with 186,000 miles on it. Still runs (and looks) like new. Don't worry about 100,000 miles. The 4.0 is a good high-mileage engine. Keep up with basic and preventative maintenance and you should be able to keep it for a very long time to come.
9th Jan 2003, 18:05
I have a '95 with 160,000 miles, and its still running strong. The only problem I've had was the fuel pump 10k miles ago. I take it off-road regularly and it is extremely capable (I've even had to yank out a few jeeps!) I would highly recommend it.
10th Aug 2003, 17:14
I have a '95 Ford Explorer and it's been great for 118,000 miles except it's on it second tranny. Here's my question. Where is the fuel pump switch located? I saw a decal on the radiator when I opened the hood, which I opened to see why the engine won't start. It cranks strongly, it has gas, but it just won't kick over. I don't have an owner's manual so I can't find where the the darn switch. Any ideas?
19th Aug 2007, 09:45
I have a 95 explorer with 218 K. It's been a really reliable truck. I did replace the transmission at 125 K and had more than a bit of trouble with the steering wheel cover, but other than that issues have been typical maintenance only. I have found it equivalent to my previous 1990 Honda Accord in reliability and quality.
16th Sep 2002, 09:01
I am currently looking at purchasing a Ford Explorer XLT it's a 96 -fully loaded. My concern is it has 100 thousand miles on it. I'm curious if anyone has had any problems with an Explorer after it reaches 100 thousand?