Used 2003 Ford Explorer for Sale nearChicago, IL
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- 2003
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Exterior color:
- Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic
- Interior color:
- Gray (Graphite)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 178,005
- VIN:
- 1FMZU73K63ZA63388
2003 Ford Explorer
XLT V6 4WD
178,005 mi
$5,956
- Year:
- 2004
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 210 hp 4L V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Exterior color:
- Brown (Tan)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 17 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Interior color:
- Brown (Beige)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 55,395
- Stock #:
- 2004FORDEXPLORERXLS
- VIN:
- 1FMZU62K24UA21844
2004 Ford Explorer
XLS V6
55,395 mi
$9,742
- Year:
- 2003
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Exterior color:
- Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic
- Interior color:
- Gray (Graphite)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 178,005
- VIN:
- 1FMZU73K63ZA63388
2003 Ford Explorer
XLT V6 4WD
178,005 mi
$5,956
- Year:
- 2004
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 210 hp 4L V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Exterior color:
- Brown (Tan)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 17 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Interior color:
- Brown (Beige)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 55,395
- Stock #:
- 2004FORDEXPLORERXLS
- VIN:
- 1FMZU62K24UA21844
2004 Ford Explorer
XLS V6
55,395 mi
$9,742
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Overview
No major changes marked the launch of the 2003 Ford Explorer, except for one: 5-speed manual transmission was no longer an option offered in the main Explorer line (it was still available on the Explorer Sport Trac SUV/pickup hybrid, though).
Trim choices for the 2003 Explorer included XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited, and a new NBX trim, which focused on storage, with a roof-rack and specially designed cargo area. Four-wheel drive was an option on the XLS, XLT, Eddie Bauer, and NBX trims, and standard on the Limited trim; all-wheel drive was an option on all trims except for NBX.
The '03 Explorer continued to outsell the competition, even after twelve years on the market. Buyers and reviewers praised the roomy interiors and the agile handling (agile by sport-utility vehicle standards, at least).
Engine offerings were the same as in 2002: buyers of the '03 Ford Explorer had the choice of a 4.0 liter V-6 or a 4.6 liter Triton V-8. Gas mileage maintained its middle-of-the-pack position, with 14-17 mpg city and 19-21 mpg city, depending on model.
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Reviewed a 2003 Ford Limited V8 4WD on Jan 6, 2013
03 Ford Explorer Limited V8 4WD - I love this car , great model , runs great , leather seats , sunroof , power full engine . I got this SUV for about 3 years and never had any problem i love it ! Great for highway , has a dvd on the back for kids , custom tail lights and came with a great sound system.
John T
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Limited V8 4WD on Feb 5, 2012
Overall the Explorer is a great SUV, however I strongly disagree with U-Haul's decision to ban the Ford Explorer from pulling it's rental trailers. The Mercury Mountaineer has the exact same chassis, wheel base etc, it's basically the exact same vehicle yet they don't ban the Mountaineer.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Limited V6 4WD on Aug 8, 2014
I like the room and the ride. I could easily load my kids and grandchildren with the third row seating and the heat and ac in the rear make it comfortable for everyone. The sound system is excellent and only 6 months old, I have always been a stickler for quality sound playing my music, make the ride much better.
Humberto C
Reviewed a 2003 Ford XLT V8 on Apr 23, 2014
Excellent utility vehicle for the money invested, with plenty of interior room, nicely equipped, good looking and comfortable, One of the best SUV's in the market for sure, especially considering the return of investment. I would recommend it and buy another one, without a doubt.
2003 Ford Explorer Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Eddie Bauer V8 4WD | $36,125 |
| XLS V6 | $26,285 |
| Eddie Bauer V8 | $33,900 |
| XLT V6 4WD | -- |
| XLT Sport V6 4WD | $31,895 |
| XLT V6 | -- |
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