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1999 Ford Explorer User Reviews

1999 Ford Explorer Review Ratings

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  • Performance:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Appearance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Overall:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 13 reviews
"power" 8 reviews
"big space" 7 reviews
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"comfortable car" 5 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 15 reviews
"ride" 3 reviews
"power" 3 reviews

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Luke writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV Review
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Solid and safe cab. Rides smoothly, If driven right can get up to 20 mpg

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expensive to fill up, but low cost to buy now.

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Excelent Suv — Great vehicle. learned to drive on it and compare all other cars to it. Handling is sturdy, needs to take sharp turns slower but that is expected. Easy to do small maintainence but costs a fourtune to take to a shop. Can hit a buck at 50+ mph and only break a headlamp cover.

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Adam writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr Eddie Bauer 4WD SUV Review
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Its blue and has leather interior

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gas mileage

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Amazing Vehicle — best car ever... never lets me down and its stylish. Performs well in all conditions: rain, snow, mud. Is not very expensive, and gets decent gas mileage. Super fun to drive. big, holds a ton of people, LeatherInterior!!! Get one, you wont regret it

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Garrett writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV Review
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Plenty of room in trunk, performs pretty well

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Doesn't ride the best in the back row of seats

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Pretty Nifty Car — It handles pretty well. The breaks are pretty good but the acceleration pedal sticks a little bit so it is sort of jumpy at times. Interior is a little dirty in the back floorboard and the center console top is slightly ripping ever so surely. It gets pretty good gas mileage for how old it is and the fact that it is an SUV. Overall its a pretty fun car to drive.

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Troy writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV Review
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syling, room

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shifing/staying in gear

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One Of The Best Fords Out There — Shifting could be better, but for a V6 with a five speed auto, it has a good amout of power! I love how much room there is inside. I love how well it handles in winter weather. Styling is phenomenal! it a such a sporty looking SUV, one of the best looking out there! Everyone always complains about the gas mileage, but if you dont drive it hard, its easy to get 24 mpg!

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Maria writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XL 4WD SUV Review
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Fun to drive.  Lots of room.  Tows well.

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Big.  Hard to park at times.

35

Great Suv — Great SUV. Lots of room. Wished I still had it. Tows well. Minimal maintenance even though it was used. Little high on the gas mileage but fun and easy to drive. Nice appearance. Great in all types of weather. Definitely work the money. I would buy another one in a flash.

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Clark writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV Review
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Usefullness, comfort,

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gas mileage, age

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1999 Ford Explorer — Its a step up from my last car but i liked that one better. it was unique the one is more run of the mill. I wish it was a standard but thats my sacrifice for more refinement. The gas mileage could be better but it is a four wheel drive suv (18mpg). No major repairs while i've had it. The power and acceleration is better that i had at first expected but i wish it could burnout. the automatic 4 wheel drive kicks on at the first sign of slippage. Just started have interior rattles but then again it is almost 10 years old. Not as fun to drive as my 5 speed ranger but it can be fun.

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Josh writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV Review
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eveything about it

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tape player spits out tapes sometimes

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Best And Strongest Car I Know Of — Its a strong truck that we can get in and drive problem free. we have taken it across the country on extreme last minute things and it will go no problem. it has plenty of power and the handling is amazing. the body is in great shape and it gets 20mpg highway. we filled it up with cement when working on our house and it drove through cities and highway like there was nothing in it. over all i could not be more pleased in a car.

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Craig writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 2 Dr Sport SUV Review
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Could haul a lot.

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Engine had problems after only 116,000 miles.  I know people with Hondas with over 200,000 miles that can't kill them...

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Functional And Took A Beating — Did OK but ran into a value issue at 116,000 miles which is pretty bad. My options were replacing both heads for $1,600 + of Marvel Mystery Oil. I choose the latter which got the engine to last another 15,000 miles, but the 'Check engine light is back on and inspection is due... I need a new car and am unlikely to get another Ford after this experience. It's too bad, aside from the engine problems it was a good truck

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Allen writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr Eddie Bauer AWD SUV Review
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Lots of room.  Reliable.

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Fuel mileage.

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1999 Explorer V8 — Performance: Average acceleration, braking and handling. Build Quality: No major repairs @ 175,000. Sunroof leaks some. Rear hatch rattles over large bumps. Appearance: Good. Clean and simple inside and out. Cost of Ownership: Gas mileage not great, 16-17mpg average. Maintenance cost are not bad. Fun Factor: Really?? Its fun in the snow, lol.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Billy writes:
1999 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XLT AWD SUV Review
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It got me where I needed to be

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It wore out,and I had to get a new car !

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Good And Old ! — It was a dependable vehicle. It hat a few factory recalls. I wish I would have never had to get rid of it. I will own one in the future when I am able to afford it. This car treated me well.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Cost $3,784 Average Instant Market Value $4,787 Average Instant Market Value $5,123 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 21 17 19
Horsepower 160 240 195
Crash Test Rating 4 4 3
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 34.4 11.9 39.0
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.4 40.9 41.4

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Ford Explorer Reviews

First Ford, So Far So Good. By codemannwo

I've only had the SUV for 24 hours, so only time will tell. I will keep posting updates with my impression of this vehicle as I drive and use more of it's expansive features. Just wondering if I nee... Read More

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2011 Ford Explorer Reviews

Super Fun, Sporty Suv With The Looks To Boot! By gacowgirl79

So far this is my most favorite SUV I have ever owned. I have owned an explorer before but it was nothing compared to this one! With this one, I am just looking for a reason to get behind the wheel ... Read More

Ford Explor By BradMathiowetz

Great car overall, recommend. The MPG could be a little better, but it doesn't lack at all in the power category, we topped it out at 120 MPH which is astonishing for a car of this size, great buy for... Read More

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2010 Ford Explorer Reviews

Lots Of Toys On The Limited Awd By goldy

Accelerator responsiveness with the 6 speed transmission and the v8 is lousy. The 6 speed wants to be in 2nd when starting and shifts very quickly to 6th even when going only 30mph.6 speed is only goo... Read More

Best Mid-sized Suv Out! By Billy

This is my 2nt Ford Explorer and definitely not my last! This vehicle is built Ford tough and is fun to drive. Comfortably seats 7 and the 3rd row seat is very roomy for a mid-sized SUV. I wish I wa... Read More

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2009 Ford Explorer Reviews

This Is My 5th Explorer, Need To Down Size To Escape For Parking Situation By jsteve555

I have no complaints regarding car. I am selling it because of my parking limitations and I dont need a car with a tow package...I am planning to stay with Ford and go to an Escape size SUV, The car h... Read More

Good By Carlos

cost efective, space, confort, space, cargo area, tree rows, good gas millage,good apparence interior and exterior, exellent suspension,good braking, i lke separet controls for the a/c, it need a outl... Read More

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2008 Ford Explorer Reviews

Good Show..!! By IRoq

Good Show..!! I Haven't Made A Repair Yet. Its Fun, & Has Pretty Good Pick Up. I Have A 4WD V6 & I Love Him.. MPG's Are Bad, But That's The Sacrifice You Make With A Big SUV. Visibility Is Great.... Read More

Great Family Car! By Explorer39

Overall, a very good SUV. Great power/performance, very good towing capacity/capability, lots of interior room, nice styling. It's great SUV because it has everything I need. The V6 is just enough for... Read More

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