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Super vehicle - 2017 Ford Explorer
By GDG - December 8 - 5:38 pmThe 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum model is well worth the cost. It holds its own in comparison to all the higher end SUVs. Im extremely satisfied with its style, power and ease of using all the interior controls.
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Blue Me Away - 2017 Ford Explorer
By Eric Kniedler - May 14 - 9:11 pmHave had the car for a few weeks. Traded in a BMW 535awd for this SUV thinking I was having to give up handling and road response. So far I have not been disappointed in either. The torque and quickness is great, handling is tight and concise and the ability to see your surroundings is great. I actually look forward to driving the car. Love the look of the car and interior layout. Have not taken it for a long road trip yet so this may highlight further pros and cons. One thing I DO NOT have to worry about are those run flat tires. In the BMW I felt I was always on an obstical course to miss pot holes on the highways. It does not take much to pop a tire. My new Explorer eats the road up with great clearance and worry free driving. My only complaint is the fuel mileage. Performs as promised and knew this when I bought it. Overall totally enjoy the car and happy with the purchase. Ford got this one correct.
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Had an Acura and "traded up" to the Ford Explorer - 2017 Ford Explorer
By won over by Ford - February 5 - 10:25 amWe purchased the Ford Explorer Platinum 2017 - So very pleased with it. From the size, the comfort, the technology, the safety features... Love this vehicle !! Went from an Acura MDX to the Ford Explorer Platinum and it was an upgrade plus it cost less then a new Acura!
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Great SUV! - 2017 Ford Explorer
By Ruben - February 4 - 11:13 pmWe just welcomed an addition our family (wife and I had our first kid) so I traded my 2015 Mustang GT premium with performance package for a 2017 Explorer Sport and dont regret it at all. The passing power is amazing, all the standard features are also great and of course the room is more than enough for us. The navigation on the Explorer is flawless as are the other features. I would have thought Id miss my Mustang but I guess I dont because I got the one with the twin turbo engine. Of course the Mustang had more power and is way cooler but if youre like me and have to switch to an SUV from a sports car, get the Explorer Sport and you will not be disappointed.
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This is NOT your fathers Explorer!! - 2017 Ford Explorer
By TC - September 17 - 9:52 amThe Ford Explorer Platinum is without a doubt the best value in the near luxury/luxury SUV market. I tried--HARD--to not buy this car as I had one previously and just wanted something different, despite the Explorer driving like a luxury car and not an SUV. Well...all that effort and I finally traded in my old Explorer Sport for a.... Explorer Platinum! Why? As before, this is the fastest SUV in its price class. I had a Hemi V8 Jeep...and this V6 runs circles around that big V8. Second, the upgrade in quality materials in amazing. Third, the new Sync3 is finally what I wanted in a system--something naturally intuitive that doesnt require you to speak 100 words and decide among 6 lines while driving to find the right address. This couldnt be simpler and more convenient. Lastly, the included options with the Platinum got the GLE and the X5 I was pricing to over 20,000 more than this car (and for a lot less space...and still a slower car!). I honestly tried to go a different route, but the quality of the car, the intoxicating power of the engine and the overwhelming included options in this model just wouldnt allow it to happen. If youre in the market for a luxury SUV, you owe it to yourself to check out the Explorer Platinum....but beware-- youll run into the same dilemma I did and just may end driving out with it!
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Great sporty & cute - 2017 Ford Explorer
By Suzer - September 5 - 2:00 pmIts one of the nicest suvs out that is small enough when you drive alone you dont feel like your driving the short bus & big enough to seat 7 when needed or fold all seats in back down for hauling.
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The Vehicle That I Cannot give up - 2017 Ford Explorer
By Francisco Rangel - August 19 - 12:13 pmWhen looking at this vehicle, be sure to select trim and technology packages that add more value to the SUV.
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Front seats are horrible. - 2017 Ford Explorer
By AB - May 19 - 2:05 amI am surprised that Ford offers front seats that are very very uncomfortable. They are short and narrow and they do not hold your body (I am 58, normal weight). During my first test drive I was moving my body around trying to find a sweet spot - I did not find it. Sales person was very helpful in adjusting the seat but we both failed to make it comfortable. I made two more test drives specifically trying to figure out where the problem is. Made some research and it looks like this is a design flaw. By the way Ford is very proud of its seats. The company recently reduced the number of unique designs and ended up with a generic design that "fits" all. Ford is trying to convince buyers that these seats are the best in the industry. My body says a different story. I planned to buy Explorer Sport for longer trips. I feel sorry that a great car has something that cannot be fixed. I switched my attention to Toyota Highlander - a step down in terms of performance but two steps up in terms of a seat comfort. My advice to Ford - if you cannot do it yourself - just replicate others. Highlander 2017 has an expandable front seats that could be extended in length by almost 2 inches. What a great feature plus seats are very comfortable. Love them. Here is an article posted by Ford about the chair architecture. It is funny that Ford thinks that they can use the same chairs in Focus and F-150 and all other models in between. They use the right words when they describe Fords chairs but they do not deliver what they promised. I found the name of the guy who is behind new seats design - thank you Dan Ferretti. You spoiled my fun and I did not bring my money to Ford. Ford should let Dan Ferretti who is Fords global seats senior technical leader and his team go. [HTML removed]
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Great SUV at a nice price - 2017 Ford Explorer
By J Bak - August 25 - 7:25 am3.5 L V-6 twin-turbo is awesome! The car hauls! Interior is very nice and quite. Smooth ride. Great for a long road trip. Lots of feature at a decent price. I would put up its features, performance, and price up against any foreign or domestic car/SUV. If you have not owned a domestic car before, give this one a try. You will love it...and have a lot of extra cash in your pocket I was a BMW guy for 25+ yrs . I owned a 328, M3, and X5. This is a great SUV. The Ford Explorer Platinum is really quick for a heavy SUV. Take a test and and you can decide.
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Buyers remorse - 2017 Ford Explorer
By Michelle - October 20 - 5:43 pmThe ride is not comfortable. Seats are not big enough. No USB ports in the back. Went it to dealership to buy a flex and decided on this. Should have done our research. Rented a traverse this summer and many times better ride and features. Nothing good to say about car design and ride.
