1996 Ford Explorer

Pros: Strong, comfortable, roomy, safe, powerful, affordable, ?

Cons: Gas hog, ?,

The Bottom Line: This vehical is a well made SUV, strong, dependable and comfortable. It has power and can easily pull a small boat. You feel safe and secure driving this vehicle.

Review: I own a 1996 Ford Explorer xlt. I purchased it in 2001 and have taken good care of it. I bought it so I could make long trips across the state of NH, from Keene to Hampton. It had 79,000 miles on it at the time I bought it, and know has apx. 117000 ...

Pros: Comfortable, durable

Cons: None

Review: I bought a used 1996 Ford Explorer with 113,000 miles and it currently has 173,400 miles and still running like a champ. This is probably the best vehicle that I have ever ...

Pros: Comfortable, reliable, handles nicely, good gas mileage.

Cons: Windshield seal needs to be checked every two or three years.

Review: Outstanding used vehicle if you can find one. I have never had a vehicle that was a better deal than this one. As long as I keep up with tune ups, brakes, and oil changes, this car never needs servicing. As a matter of fact, every time I have taken ...

Pros: reliability, looks, options

Cons: fuel economy

Review: i recently purchased a used 96 explorer. it is an amazing truck, it runs and drives like new. the one i bought has almost 120,000 miles on it my explorer came fully loaded, and every single option works. the engine sounds great. the only thing ...

Pros: reliable, comfortable, classic style

Cons: fuel economy

Review: I got my 1996 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD as my high school graduation present. It was gorgeous - purple/gray exterior with gray leather interior. It was also one of the most reliable vehicles I have ever owned. It only left me stranded once (the fuel pump ...

Pros: Affordable. Roomy. Well-finished.

Cons: Engine is a little under-powered.

The Bottom Line: The Ford Explorer performed flawless. It never had a problem in the 4 years I owned it in which I put 90k miles on it.

Review: I bought my 2-door Explorer Sport in February 1996 after researching and test driving most of the vehicles in it's class. I can say the best vehicles I have owned. In the 4 years I owned it, I put on about 90,000 miles and never had a problem. The...

Pros: SUV's are fuctional

Cons: Two door SUV's are inconvenient

Review: Alright, so you're interested in buying a sport utility vehicle. Time to look around.
The Ford Explorer -- a great car. Size is not too big and not too small. Huge trunk size. Design is flawless; especially the 1996 model. Now, four door or...