Overview & Reviews

For the 1996 Ford Explorer, the long-awaited V8 AWD versions are available in XLT, Eddie Bauer or Limited Edition flavors. An integrated child safety seat is optional, and the Expedition model has been replaced by a Premium trim package for the Sport.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By Trifecta Show - December 10 - 2:00 am

  I love the explorer. Only bad thing is the terrible as mileage(mine is a 5 liter V8 and I get about 13 miles/gallon on average. Oherwise great car.

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  love my explorer - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By hunypooh777 - November 7 - 2:00 am

  i got it with 96,000 on it and it looked and drove like new. now has 108,000 have only changed o2 sensor, oil and trans fluid. oh yea the front end squeaked like crazy when i got it and the dealer replaced front shocks and grease fittings. havent had any real problems...has been pretty reliable. was comfy when we went from nj to fl and back.

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  best auto that i ever owned - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By cousin vinny - October 19 - 2:00 am

  this was my first 4x4.the ride in rough terrain was a pleasure to experience.the controls are well layed out and easy to use..it rides like a truck,cause it is a truck.i owned this vehicle for 7 years and it never failed when the weather was bad..best truck for the money

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  Dependable Ford Explorer - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By jeradoh - October 13 - 2:00 am

  Well built, easy to maintain, safe vehicle.

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  I love my Explorer - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By SusieQsSUV - October 4 - 2:00 am

  I enjoy driving the Explorer. Its comfortable, dependable and great on gas mileage. Its stylish.

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  built ford tough - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By justexploring - September 13 - 2:00 am

  I bought my Eplorer brand new for business travel purposes. I was getting more than 20k miles a year on it, and at the same time had hardly any problems. Keeping up on maitainance sure makes a difference in performance. It now has a little over 150k mile, and still running very well. Very comfortable, even when driving a few hours on the road. Handles very well on corners. The "Check Engine" light started bleeping when it hit 120k miles. Been going off and on since, but hasnt altered the performance. Mechanics havent figured whats the problem though. Very pleased, and would consider buy another explorer, when the time comes.

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  Hate to Sell - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By MatthewMitchell - September 9 - 2:00 am

  Bought this car used with 10,000 mile and factory warranty remaining. Have never had a problem. Replaced the tires (Firestone was original), Ford even paid for these. Replaced the battery and brakes, and it runs forever with regular tune-ups. The ride is bumpy due to the big tires and sitting so high off the ground, but in snow this is the car you want to have.

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  Great SUV - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By GregS - August 26 - 2:00 am

  My Explorer has been quite reliable, never had anything break on it. Got rid of the Firestone tires, now happily running Michelins. I used to live in Colorado, and the 4WD worked fine there, though the front wheels were skittish when making tight turns with 4WD engaged. Here in balmy Southern California, the sunroof is always open and the air conditioner works well. Im starting to have wind noise around the drivers window. Also, the front left speaker drops out now and then when I go over a bump. Overall, its been a great SUV, a huge improvement ofer the 86 GMC Jimmy it replaced.

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  My Explorer Experience - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By Range Rover - August 16 - 2:00 am

  My Ford Explorer was my first American auto after I sold my Range Rover. I bought this hardy lorry with 125000 miles and have only had a few minor problems that were easy fixes. Even at $40000 less than a Rover it still is a better lorry. It feels like it will never quit on me and I am putting aftermarket parts on it like it was a new auto. It looks like an expensive auto on the inside and All-American on the outside.

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  Suprised - 1996 Ford Explorer
  By TAM - August 14 - 2:00 am

  I am a Gm man and when I drove the Explorer, I was hooked. It drives great, the V8 is powerful and reliable and it loves gas. The interior is laid out convienently. I will buy another Ford Explorer the next time around.