2005 Ford Explorer Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The 2005 Ford Explorer receives minor interior and exterior trim changes, and the AdvanceTrac stability control system is upgraded with roll stability control for better protection against rollover accidents.

　　

zzdcar says

　　A functional interior, ample passenger space, strong powertrains and a well-controlled ride all contribute to the 2005 Ford Explorer's well-deserved reputation as a practical midsize SUV with few faults.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Ford Explorer XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$234/mo  for Explorer XLS

　　Explorer XLS

　　XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $27,165 MSRPXLS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $29,655 MSRPXLS Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $28,595 MSRPXLS Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $30,845 MSRPXLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $30,000 MSRPXLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $30,810 MSRPXLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $32,250 MSRPXLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $33,060 MSRPXLT Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $31,370 MSRPXLT Sport Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $32,175 MSRPXLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $33,620 MSRPXLT Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $34,430 MSRPEddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $34,100 MSRPEddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $34,910 MSRPEddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $36,350 MSRPEddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $37,160 MSRPLimited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $34,985 MSRPLimited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $35,795 MSRPLimited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $37,240 MSRPLimited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) - $38,050 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　

2005 Explorer Highlights

Trim: XLSXLS SportXLTXLT SportEddie BauerLimitedXLS

　　

Base MSRP	$27,165
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$234/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	48.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles