I’ve been considering buying a Ford Explorer, but I’ve read a lot about potential issues. Does anyone have experience with them? Are they worth it or should I look at something else?
If you’re worried about issues, I’d suggest going for a new 2025 model with a full warranty.
Keegan said:
If you’re worried about issues, I’d suggest going for a new 2025 model with a full warranty.
I was planning on buying a 2024 to save some money, but after seeing the upgrades and modern features in the 2025 model, I decided to spend the extra $5-10k. It was worth it for me.
@Madden
When I looked, the leftover 2024 models weren’t that much cheaper. The only real incentive for 2024 was better financing and maybe $1,000 off.
@Madden
I love my 2025 ST-Line. The interior feels so much more refined.
Keegan said:
If you’re worried about issues, I’d suggest going for a new 2025 model with a full warranty.
That’s a good idea if you’ve got over $60k for a new one.
Keegan said:
If you’re worried about issues, I’d suggest going for a new 2025 model with a full warranty.
That’s a good idea if you’ve got over $60k for a new one.
The MSRP is more like $43k, not $60k.
@Abi
Not for the top trims. Mine was over $60k.
@Abi
Yeah, $60k in CAD. It’s not cheap here!
Wait, you’re telling me not everyone on this forum is from the US?! (Sarcasm, for those who don’t get it.)
Wait, you’re telling me not everyone on this forum is from the US?! (Sarcasm, for those who don’t get it.)
Haha, yeah, Canada got internet now too!
My wife and I both drive 2018 Explorers, and they’ve been great for us. The main thing to watch out for is the water pump issue, but it depends on the model year.
Harlan said:
My wife and I both drive 2018 Explorers, and they’ve been great for us. The main thing to watch out for is the water pump issue, but it depends on the model year.
Believe it or not, my 2015 3.5L Explorer is still running on the original water pump at 235k miles.
@Tully
I aspire to be like you! My 2015 has 140k miles with the original pump too.
@Tully
Water pump problems seem more common because so many of these engines are out there. Even if only a small percentage fail, it adds up to a lot of complaints.
Nori said:
@Tully
Water pump problems seem more common because so many of these engines are out there. Even if only a small percentage fail, it adds up to a lot of complaints.
Yeah, but when a water pump repair costs $3,500, people are going to complain loudly. I’ve seen local police departments run these Explorers until the engines blew because of poor maintenance. That’s taxpayer money down the drain.
Harlan said:
My wife and I both drive 2018 Explorers, and they’ve been great for us. The main thing to watch out for is the water pump issue, but it depends on the model year.
What’s the issue with the water pump?
@Eden
On the 5th-gen Explorers, the water pump is internal and driven by the timing chain, so replacing it is a big job when it fails. But honestly, it’s not worse than the head gasket or timing belt repairs on other cars, so I’m not too worried.
@Keenan
I’ve got 80k miles on my 2017. Should I be concerned?