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Ford Explorer 3 (U152)

Mid-Size SUV

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Ford Explorer 3 (chassis code U152) is a mid-size SUV in production from 2002 to 2005. It was available with a range of V6 and V8 engines that displaced 4.0 to 5.4 liters.

Compared to the Expedition sold alongside it, the Mk3 Explorer is notably smaller and less powerful, though it may just be more sensible for commuting. With a smaller chassis and transmissions with more gears, it is less clumsy and inefficient.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 53%

Pros

High cargo capacity
Decent drivetrain reliability

Cons

Slow and sluggish
Not the highest grade of build

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Specifications

Variants shown:

4.0

4.6

4.6 4WD

5.4

5.4 AWD

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