Overview & Reviews

The 1998 Ford Explorer gets a restyled tailgate.

• The Explorer is the best selling sport-ute on the market for a reason. A comfortable interior, three engine choices, and multiple trim levels mean that there is an Explorer for nearly any budget or lifestyle.

• Abysmal gas mileage. Handling is sloppy in corners.

User Reviews:

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  Perfect EXP - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By D.ARN - July 22 - 3:12 pm

  I love this vehicle! Its 10 years old now and I only have 84000 miles on it! I drove it from MN to CA towing a trailer and it was fine! I never want to give it up! When the rest of my family all has new cars I just want to keep mine. The only thing was the airconditioning needed to be recharged. Its a forever keeper even in this fuel shortage economy.

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  Great Running vehicle - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By Robin - July 14 - 4:18 pm

  We bought used in 2006. It had 75,000 on it. We have not had a problem one with the vehicle. Its very dependable. We have driven 2 or 3 times back and forth from Michigan to Florida and from Florida to Missouri once. We have put tires on it once and replaced rear brakes in 2008. We would definitely buy another Explorer! The rear seats could be a little more comfortable, but other than that - we love it!

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  Dad passed away and I kept his car - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By TREE - June 13 - 1:15 am

  The radio definitely should have been fixed by Ford! Spark plugs shorted out. The drivers side door would not open from the inside so I could not get out of the car. It cost me $390 the other day to fix which hit me hard being a single mom of three children. The antenna also needed to be fixed because it wouldn"t go up and down. It got stuck in the middle. The windshield wipers did not work and the whole thing inside had to be replaced a few months ago and that ran about $280. The back one does not work now, but it is not important to get that fix nlike the front ones. I keep this car because it was my fathers and it has sentimental value or I would have gotten rid of it.

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  98Ford Explorer expensive to maintain. - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By Michael J. Stancil - May 21 - 12:43 pm

  My SUV is starting to need some major repairs at 100,000 miles. After discovering that it would not pass State Inspection or Emissions Test, I placed it in the shop to fix: O2 sensors, engine oil-leak, engine light on, front-end repair to fix play in front left wheel, and a radio display light thats broke but will not be fixed because the dealer said its a common internal problem and replacing the entire radio is the only option. Total spent to pass Inspection is $2,500. Other recent repairs include: new shocks, new brakes, ball joints at over $2,000, for a total yearly repair bill of $4,500. Also, gas mileage with the V8 is terrible.

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  Great Daily Driver - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By mshuler09 - March 26 - 7:57 pm

  Purchased from a family member who got it from a Ford dealer used. As an auto tech student Ive done some work to it. Since Ive had it, and the only problems Ive found with it are leaking valve covers, and the thermostat on it got stuck open. Pretty easy fixes, and nothing that will leave you stranded. Overall its a great car to drive everyday.

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  Explorer XL - good SUV - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By jbgossett@cox.net - February 25 - 2:00 am

  Very good vehicle. No significant problems. It rides solid, but bumps are felt. Reliable and no rattles. Good power (V-6), no problems on hills. Good mileage on the road (20-25) and about 16 in town.

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  98 Exprorer Sport - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By DaveP - February 15 - 2:25 pm

  Bought new, and have had no significant problems after 10 years and 90000 miles. Gas mileage averages 20 overall, with about 22 on the hwy. Very comfortable for long trips.

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  explorer - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By swolfe - February 14 - 10:00 am

  This has been an extremely reliable truck for us. We have had no major repairs needed at 130,000 miles and it is still running strong

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  Will never buy another Ford. - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By kgd102 - February 6 - 10:00 am

  My Ford Explorer is the biggest piece of crap on the road. I baby the thing too but it just has problems go wrong with it left and right. The Ford service is even worse than the Ford vehicle itself. For that Id rather walk than ever buy another Ford.

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  Best truck Ive ever owned - 1998 Ford Explorer
  By blasterrat - February 2 - 1:48 am

  A great auto. Good gas mi.16/21, lots of cargo room, good design. Parts are expensive. Never been stuck and I do a lot of off roading. I would definetly buy another if I could afford, new price is ridiculous. Overall i am really impressed by this truck.