Life With a Ford Explorer SUV | Pros and Cons

The Ford Explorer is one of the top selling 3 row SUVs and for good reason. However, there's no perfect vehicle and after spending several weeks behind the wheel of a couple different Ford Explorers, I've got some pros and cons to share with you!

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CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro to Explorer
0:24 - Start of the dislikes
4:05 - Start of the likes
9:42 - Closing thoughts

[kleadstheway]

No issues with my 22 xlt. 30k miles.. wife drives heck out of it.. 27-28mpg..trans shifts smooth... we like it overall.

[billyparker]

Just bought the ST model. Love everything about it. For me, the ride is one reason we chose the explorer. We prefer a firmer ride over the floaty feeling.

[tesslee]

I test drove an Outlander yesterday then a Ford Explorer. The Explorer felt like pure quality after driving the Outlander. Not even comparable. I loved the Explorer.

[Nana-zmtm]

That is so funny how you say it's a stiff drive cause I just purchased a 2023 xlt explorer, and it's really smoth drive and quiet. I love ours.

[avrgrip]

This guy is nuts. Just bought a 22 ST. Love it. Feels like a luxury sports car.

[jrwheeler]

I've had my 2019 Explorer XLT for almost 2 years now and have never had a single problem or issue with it. I'm currently at 63k miles. All that I've had to do is put new tires on it and, of course, the regular oil and filter changes. I LOVE my Explorer. It's the only SUV that I will drive now. It's such a smooth, comfortable ride. This SUV also ranks pretty high in the safety ratings. Everyone who has ever ridden in or driven my Explorer absolutely loves it. My boyfriend's best friend loved it so much that he went right out and bought one for himself after he rode in mine last year and was blown away by what a smooth ride it was and how much power the vehicle has.

[carmageddon]

I had the same exact Explorer but the AWD in Colorado in a blizzard and the even my family said this was the best car they ever drove, trusting traction control, took the severe snow like nothing, and the inside was super nice and comfortable, also you get used to the shifter very fast which was surprising to be bc I thought I'd never get used to it

[jabrilkeitt]

I had a ford bronco but the towing capacity was lacking but it was a great off roader. Got the ford explorer timberline trim and I love it a lot more. Ride quality, comfort, features, all amazing. Don’t really miss the bronco. I’ve been in a lot of explorers, ST’s, limited, and xlt. But the timberline looks the best to me. One thing I like about the explorer is that I don’t have kids so the captains chairs are great for hauling adult friends and having more space. The bronco has a small second row and you can’t get heated seats or vents back there. Another great thing about the explorer is that it looks like it doesn’t have a third row. When I was showing my friends the car they were all surprised by that. It doesn’t look like a mom car.

[Liferoad]

I am 64 and I agree with almost 100 percent of your review, Great job, I did own a 2005 Aviator and loved it.

[jimthompson]

I have bought 20 plus new cars, BMW, Audi, Honda, VW and many more. My 2022 Ford Explorer ST is far and away my favorite. I'd buy another.

[crazedxfighter]

got a limited not stiff at all extremely quiet and smooth

[tp]

I have a 18 XLT but has the highest upgrade package. It has the reg v6, heated steering wheel, heated leather seats, rear controlled a/c & heat, ceiling vents. I have no complaints other than I'm single and feel like its a wife car. I've looked at other cars but this car really is the perfect trip car with my large dog. I have three other autos including a jeep tj and what my fav to drive is my 82 Silverado I bought new. So I'm going to keep it and it's almost paid for. Entry level luxury sedans don't have near what my explorer has. I drove it from Texas to Wisconsin last dec and in snow it handled very well.

[TheRglynn]

No complaints on my 2020 limited 70, 000 miles, the ride is firm and smooth 👍

[billbutler]

I have had the Escape form 2013 to 2018. The last was a Titanium. Then I went to the 2020 Edge Titanium. Now I have this 2022 Explorer XLT with full leather. I do not miss the Lane keeping of the edge at all. It was always like fighting the wheel. No more, this XLT has the lane keeping but does not fight back! After two Titanium packages I really like this XLT. I got the 20" wheels, RWD. As for comments about a stiff ride, my Mustang is way stiffer! LOL I really like this XLT.

[pajapatak]

Man... I understand people usually value enterior details explained in the wideo and the whole bunch of uder....things, but have you seen the OUTSTANDING crash test results of the Ford explorer ?!!!?!!!! I gess I found my next Ford model...

[JerryT-tdhz]

Had mine for a year and 1/2. Limited. 4 cyl.
Very pleased I. All areas.
Gas milage.
It’s tight.
Rides great.
Quite
Good fit and finish.
I’ve got about 16, 000 miles so far. 👍🏼

[triathleteover]

Still love my old Ford Explorer. Rides like a dream.

[ShineBright__]

I just purchased ! I think that overall she's a little good for everything like for family , long trips, awesome cargo capacity and comfortable but most important she's fairly afterall every vehicle have their own defects !
Good review by the way 👏 👍

[zibilange]

planning buy one. this video helped me a alot, thanks.

[davebamber]

Confused. Over from the UK and have hired an Explorer. Love the car. Comfy. Looks well inside and I know it's 4 cylinder turbo but boy does it shift. Don't let the video put you off getting an Explorer