2017 Ford Explorer Reliability

Type: SUV
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$9,010-$14,738

MPG City: 16-19

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Average

77/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

81/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

76/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Best Midsize SUV of 2017

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2017 Explorer for Sale near Columbus, OH

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$16,898

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2017 Ford Explorer XLT

$12,000

Mileage: 154,861

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Mileage: 130,150

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Mileage: 46,742

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$4,999

Mileage: 203,000

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2017 Ford Explorer Sport

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2017 Ford Explorer XLT

$15,495

Mileage: 87,436

Location: 12 miles away

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2017 Ford Explorer after 90-days of ownership.

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Performance Specs

MPG City

16 - 19

MPG Hwy

Horsepower

280 - 365

Transmission

6 speed, Automatic w/OD

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Regular Unleaded V-6, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6

Drivetrain

Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Average

77/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

81/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

76/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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