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2003 Ford Explorer

 
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$22,643 - $27,225
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  • Model: Explorer
  • Year: 2003
  • Engine Size: 4.0L - 6 Cylinders
  • Seating Capacity: 5 Seats
  • Fuel Type: Ethanol/Gasoline
  • Size: Midsize
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Average Rating: 4.5
 
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48 out of 48 people found this review helpful.

Ford's Explorer Sport Trac (Or Should I say Ranger Sport Trac?): Average at Best

Date of Review:  Aug 6, 2003
The Bottom Line: Sport Trac attempts to be both passenger car and pickup truck but does neither well. Comparison with its competitors would be improved by updated suspension and cabin soundproofing.
Review: A regrettable side effect of the rising costs of buying and owning a vehicle is that it's no longer economically feasible to keep around a "beater" for special occasions. Where many of my neighbors once kept a rattletrap pickup on hand for their...
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  3.0

by: scmrak
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
attractive design, bed liner,...
Cons
noisy, jerky ride, lousy fuel economy
 
16 out of 16 people found this review helpful.

It exceeds all our needs, and is a good value.

Date of Review:  Jul 31, 2004
The Bottom Line: This vehicle was the best choice for our family and we haven't regretted the decision to buy it. It combines comfort, style, roominess and towing capacity at a great price.
Review: I decided that we needed a new family "truckster" and began my search. Our criteria was pretty specific as we have a 20' boat to tow, but my wife didn't want a "truck". Mini vans were out as they are all front wheel drive (Chevy Astro not...
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  4.0

by: jasperboy
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Value, comfort, storage space, towing...
Cons
Gas mileage is the biggest disadvantage.
 
13 out of 13 people found this review helpful.

Solid, thoughtfully designed SUV

Date of Review:  Mar 5, 2003
The Bottom Line: Great quality, great functionality, car-like ride....all the reasons why it's the best-selling SUV in these here United States!
Review: About a month ago, I purchased a new 2003 Ford Explorer XLT Sport (4-door/not to be confused with the 2-door Sport). Major options I chose were leather, moonroof, and a 6-disc in-dash CD player with 7 speakers. A few other nice touches that came...
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  5.0

by: Smithreenz
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Nice interior, great sound system, good...
Cons
Gas mileage is not too bad, but it's...
 
12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

My semi-retirement toy

Date of Review:  Feb 6, 2005
The Bottom Line: So far I would buy this vehicle again. EXTREME tight turning radius. Rides great, Looks great. BUT Is REALLY BAD ON GAS. That's the V8. The V6 might be better.
Review: I've only had my Explorer for about a week. I find it an absolutely awesome vehicle. It's roomy for the two of us. Kids are all grown up and have they're own families. Now we're able to travel and enjoy a few things. I had my eye on the Explorer for...
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  5.0

by: porcupine1
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Too many pro's. just a fun ride
Cons
The 4.6 V8 is really bad on gas, very...
 
12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

Great for Families

Date of Review:  Feb 27, 2004
The Bottom Line: My final recommendation is that you should go down to your local Ford dealer and check it out for yourself!
Review: We bought our Sport Track XLT in April of 03. Now, this was not our first choice in vehicles, but it was in our price range and it helped that my husband works for Ford, so we got a generous discount on it. Our first choice would have been to go...
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  5.0

by: qtkissiebear
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
It is great for families of all kinds.
Cons
I have to take it back for emmissions...
 
11 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

This little SUV has worked out far better than initially expected

Date of Review:  Oct 3, 2005
The Bottom Line: Recommend as a good all purpose vehicle, easy on gas, nimble handling, easy to maneuver in crowded parking lots.
Review: After killing two Dodge trucks (long, sad story of replaced transmissions, bad injectors, malfunctioning fuel pumps, dropped drive shafts and missing parts from the factory!) I convinced my spouse to buy a Ford next time 'round. That was back in '96...
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  4.0

by: twowilldo
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Good gas mileage, adaptable to changing...
Cons
2 door configuration not so great with...
 
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful.

2003 Explorer Eddie Bauer - my best vehicle yet

Date of Review:  Jun 13, 2008
The Bottom Line: I definitely would recommend it for anyone wanting to tow a travel trailer. The V6 has the same mileage as the V8 with less power!
Review: I looked around for a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6L V8 because we are buying a travel trailer and want the power of a V8 - great timing we have with the gas crisis happening right now but oh well. This vehicle was in good condition when I...
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  5.0

by: victoriantea
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Ride, power, towing capacity, comfort...
Cons
Gas mileage can be bad if you're a lead...
 
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful.

Ford Impresses My Foreign-Loving Husband!

Date of Review:  Mar 24, 2003
The Bottom Line: If Ford can turn my husband's head, who "only buys foreign" and wants the ultimate in luxury all the time... it's got to be GREAT!!!
Review: My husband and I just purchased a 2003 AWD v8 Ford Explorer Limited. This is the vehicle that I primarily drive now, and I traded my 1998 Chevy Cavalier for it, so with that in mind, almost anything would've been a vast improvement, but we have been...
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  5.0

by: doraexplorer
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Smooth ride, impressive...
Cons
No, the gas mileage isn't great!
 
9 out of 9 people found this review helpful.

Surprisingly good SUV

Date of Review:  Jun 14, 2006
The Bottom Line: This is a great buy for a small family that values the ruggedness of a real truck and the security and convenience of an SUV.
Review: The Explorer Sport is a 2-door model assembled in Louisville, Kentucky. Although a 2-door version of Ford's venerable Explorer has been around since the Bronco/Bronco II days this particular body style was only made from 2001 to 2003 after which the...
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  4.0

by: quatsino
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Solid and good looking. A tight and...
Cons
Short wheelbase and tall stance means...
 
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

A Best Seller, But Why? Terrible SUV . . .

Date of Review:  Sep 6, 2003
The Bottom Line: This vehicle should be avoided. Given all the flaws and build quality . . . there are much better values for the money.
Review: Previously having owned a 1997 V8 Explorer Limited, I was anxious to get into a 2003 Explorer as my rental while my Supra was getting more than a month's worth of repairs. How did I like my new transportation for the next couple of months? Other...
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  2.0

by: lilviv
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
Great Interior Space, Attractive...
Cons
Counter-Intuitive Locking & Safety...
 

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