Overview & Reviews

The 1999 Ford Explorer gets exterior revisions including new foglamps, rocker panel moldings, wheel moldings, running boards and wheels. Harvest Gold, Chestnut, Deep Wedgewood, Spruce Green and Tropic Green replace Light Prairie Tan, Desert Violet, Light Denim Blue, Pacific Green and Evergreen Frost on the color chart. New options include a reverse sensing system and rear load leveling. Side-impact airbags are also newly available.

• Gas mileage is not the strong suit for any vehicle in this segment. The Explorer is no exception.

User Reviews:

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  Ford Explorer Sport - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By apf2004 - March 13 - 10:00 am

  It is top heavy, unstable, and a gas guzzler

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  Good vehicle - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By cjweb - March 13 - 9:49 am

  My wife and I have owned this truck for several years and have about 90k miles on it now. It has been very reliable and easy to maintain. I had the the ball joints replaced at about 70k miles, as the steering seemed slightly vague on-center. That cured the problem completely. I also had the EGR valve replaced at about 75k miles, and I had one of the chips in the ignition key quit working one time, which required a new key. Aside from those three problems, it has been a joy to own. With the 302 V8, the fuel economy is about what youd expect (14 city/18 hwy) but the AWD is fantastic in the snow. Ive owned 4WD pickups and the Explorer is much more capable. I would recommend this vehicle.

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  Best Vehicle Ever! - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By calicobobtail - March 11 - 11:41 pm

  I know you wont believe me, but this is the best vehicle we have ever had. It is approaching 175,000 miles with virtually NO major repairs. I commute 30 miles each way to work, never have been broken down, and no problems at all. I purchased at 90,000 miles. It is a little narrow in the front seating, so a large person would probably be uncomfortable. 4WD works awesome the gas mileage is killing us though. We pull our horse trailer and also large hay wagons for our horses. It has the power to do it.

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  Ford Explorer XLT - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By Peri_P_Laneta - March 4 - 5:37 pm

  Bought new in 1999 and have put on only about 40,000 miles. Has been very reliable, although it did take 6 attempts before the dealer was able to fix the rear wiper motor. Has been fairly comfortable to drive. The controls are reasonably convenient to use and the drivers seat adjustment works pretty well. Id buy it again.

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  6 plus years and still humming - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By Gasburner - February 27 - 11:28 pm

  I bought a V8 XLT with the sport package brand new. Tows my 17 boat like it is not even back there. No real problems to speak of, except maybe poor quality of Ford service departments. The engine and transmission have been rock solid. I had some problems early on with the windshield wipers having a mind of there own. I also had the front ball joints go out at 50K. Everything fixed under (extended) warranty. At the rate Im going, I dont think Ill get my money back (in repairs) for the extended warranty. All in all I have no regrets.

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  explorer - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By shaka - February 24 - 2:00 am

  i had my explorer for 3 years now and think it is built very cheap! i have continous paint problems and sensor problems. other than that it is fun to drive and great in the snow. i would not buy another explorer. the replacement tires are junk!! i want the firestones back!!

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  Ford Explorer XLS - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By Jason - January 12 - 9:43 pm

  I have owned my Explorer for a year now and I actually like it. Its a 1999 XLS. I like the style of the XLS because it gives you the sporty look of the sport version in a four door. Although it is under powered on the highway with its OHV 4.0 V-6, it does well off road and with towing situations. Overall it is a good dependable truck but would fare better with the OHC engine or the v-8.

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  1999 Mistake - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By Thomas Wolfe - November 23 - 9:55 am

  Bought new. Transmission started to slip just past 36k after expiration of warranty. Top heavy - almost rolled. Replaced 4 wheel drive shift motor twice - poor design. Replaced idle air control valve at 40k. Poor fuel economy especially with air on. NO POWER / ACCELERATION. No resale value. Pluses. Great in snow! Other than yawing feels quite safe. Plenty of interior room great storage - good visibility.

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  Not so bad - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By Cheryl - November 10 - 8:02 am

  Purchased the car three years ago with about 60K miles. I loved the car and am just now hearing "whining" noises ... feel a little slippage from the transmission between 2nd and 3rd gears. Contemplating whether to fix the transmission or trade it in. I do love having an suv, sun roof, etc. Its roomy and I like the looks -- it also handles well in the winter. Until now, Ive loved owning it and had no problems. However, it appears I have a transmission issue at this point and Im not sure whether to replace transmission or not. Overall, Ive enjoyed owning it. It did have relatively high mileage when I purchased it. Exterior and interior remains great.

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  Solid - 1999 Ford Explorer
  By davequeen - October 31 - 10:00 am

  I have been able to use this SUV in a variety of conditions including ice, deep snow, mud and rocks. True, its a different vehicle than the 2002s, but I have a great time off road and in adverse weather. I dont have many miles on it, but I work it pretty hard. Several times I have jumped out of the car to see what damage I have done and I find that there is not a scratch. Plus it starts and runs better than my 02 Mountaineer.