Review Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 Automatic 2006
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Submitted by daughter1
Key strengths: Decent fuel economy for a big SUV, plenty of torque
Areas for improvement: Front door handles (poor ergonomics)
They redesigned the Explorer in 2005 and it is much better than the older 2002-2005 version like my relatives had. They updated the suspension and sound insulation to make it ride better and quieter.Having the independent suspension makes it handle better than our old jeep too. Don't get me wrong, I loved my Jeep, but this truck is impressive. The Explorer is probably faster than the Jeep overall, but it doesn't have the low end torque I was used to, it takes a lot more reving the engine around town to make speed.
After several longer distance trips, the power from the V-6 on the motorway is much better than around town because all of its horsepower and torque is top end.
Mileage has averaged from a high of 21.5 on interstate trips with speeds from 70-85, to a low of 17 when windy. City mileage however is terrible, averaging 12-14 depending on the weather.
My only complaint thus far is the front door handles being placed so low on the door panel. Ford has appeared to fixed the issue on 07 models however. The running costs for Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 Automatic are normal
Areas for improvement: Front door handles (poor ergonomics)
They redesigned the Explorer in 2005 and it is much better than the older 2002-2005 version like my relatives had. They updated the suspension and sound insulation to make it ride better and quieter.Having the independent suspension makes it handle better than our old jeep too. Don't get me wrong, I loved my Jeep, but this truck is impressive. The Explorer is probably faster than the Jeep overall, but it doesn't have the low end torque I was used to, it takes a lot more reving the engine around town to make speed.
After several longer distance trips, the power from the V-6 on the motorway is much better than around town because all of its horsepower and torque is top end.
Mileage has averaged from a high of 21.5 on interstate trips with speeds from 70-85, to a low of 17 when windy. City mileage however is terrible, averaging 12-14 depending on the weather.
My only complaint thus far is the front door handles being placed so low on the door panel. Ford has appeared to fixed the issue on 07 models however. The running costs for Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 Automatic are normal
Safety: 68
Equipment: 67
Reliability: 68
Driving: 70
Comfort: 70
Design: 65
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