2004 Ford Explorer
| MSRP: | $26,600 - $37,555 |
| Invoice: | $24,179 - $33,929 |
| Total: | 23 reviews |
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| Excellent | 12 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 5 reviews | |
| Poor | 1 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
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The 2004 Ford Explorer was the first to be offered with Ford's Advance Trac antiskid system for all models (available as an option on the XLS, and standard on the XLT, NBX, Eddie Bauer, and Limited trims). This was just the latest addition to the safety features with which Ford had laden the Explorer: the SUV also came standard with anti-lock brakes and specially designed passenger seatbelts; side-curtain airbags were an often-recommended option.
The concern with safety carried over into other aspects of the 2004 Explorer. Buyers had the choice of rear-wheel, four-wheel, and all-wheel drives; the Control Trac 4WD system provided an added degree of refinement, enabling drivers to choose between automatic and high-power four-wheel drive depending on road conditions.
The '04 Ford Explorer also provided plenty of choices under the hood, with two V-6 engines (a 160-horsepower basic model, and a single overhead cam V6 that put out 205 horsepower) and a 239-horsepower 4.6 liter Triton V-8 engine on offer.
Despite all that engineering wizardry, though, the keys to the '04 Explorer's domination of the SUV market were most likely its roomy interiors (seating five adults comfortably, with a third-row seat option to take capacity up to seven), its impressive cargo capacity (up to 88.1 cubic feet for the five-passenger versions), and its reputation for being "built Ford tough".
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 12 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 5 reviews | |
| Poor | 1 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
“Ford = Found On Roadside Dead.”
It's been a great family ride. It has very easily accessible "LATCH" system for child restraints. I really enjoy the rear-air feature, Towing capacity, storage abilities, 3rd row seat, child-safety fe... More
“I Like It”
well balanced vehicle plenty of power for a V6 needs just a little more rear susp. to pull trailor More
“Exploder”
This is my dad's vehicle. When I've driven it I have been more than satisfied with performance and comfort. Although without an 8 cylinder it does not have the giddy up that my Expedition has. It has... More
“I Love It. I'm So Happy With It!”
I love how beastly my car is. I love being high up vs low like in a sedan. It was a great deal, doesn't cost much and rocks! SO fun to drive too, especially in the snow. And gas isn't that bad for ... More
“Ford Explore, New Motor At 40k”
At around 40K miles, it was time for a engine swap. Of course the local Ford delaer (Clarksville, TN) offered to "take it off of my hands." The looked up how much I owed through Ford credit and off... More
“It's A "c" Student In Every Respect.”
Not a bad vehicle, but nothing really spectacular either. It was comfortable and had a very nice Auto 4x4 system with AdvanceTrac stability control, but sometimes the electronic "nannies" are more nu... More
“It Is A Great Driving Auto.”
I like the way it gos in the snow and on the road.It has a lot of get up and go. brakes are great no rattles are squeaks yet. looks good like new.and I get around 15.8 in city, and 22.4 on the road. j... More
“My Black Beauty”
I love almost everything about my car. I live in Michigan and the winters are harsh, but that is no challenge for my Explorer. I have not had to replace anything other than brakes in the time i have h... More
“Travel Vehicle”
Surprising amounts of torque for a V6, Independent suspension provides for a ultra smooth ride, Gas mileage been 16/21 respectively, ideal vehicle for more then 5 passengers. I do wish it had head res... More
“Nice Looking Truck”
i love all the features in my explorer the performance could be a little better but it does well for the small v8 engine i love the brakes they feel really strong it has really poor fuel economy but i... More
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| MSRP: | $37,555 |
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| MSRP: | $26,600 |
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| Invoice: | $29,523 |
2004 Ford Explorer Articles from Around the Web
- carsurvey.org — Much more responsive than my 03, but less predicable and harder to drive smoothly... More
- www.newcartestdrive.com — NewCarTestDrive.com review for the 2004 Ford Explorer... More
- autos.msn.com — I THINK IT'S A LOVELY TRUCK (146 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
- www.edmunds.com — http://www.edmunds.com/used/2004/ford/explorer/100294782/re... More
- www.edmunds.com — A practical but totally fun car to drive. (161 more reviews available)... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2004 Ford Explorer... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2004 Ford Explorer... More
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