Overview & Reviews
The 2002 Ford Explorer has been overhauled in an attempt to make it more carlike than ever before. Among the improvements are a 2.5-inch-wider stance and 2-inch-longer wheelbase for improved handling and roominess, a new independent rear suspension that improves ride and handling, while at the same time accommodating an optional third row of seats, larger door openings with a lower step-in height, an optional side curtain airbag system and an optional Reverse Sensing System.
- Available third-row seating, independent rear suspension, powerful engines, attractive new exterior design.
- Everyone and his uncle has one, driving characteristics are still pretty truck-like.
User Reviews:
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great potential, but not reliable - 2002 Ford Explorer
By 3rdtime - October 7 - 2:00 amlove everything about the vehicle -- size, cargo room, third seat and handling with the independent rear suspension; but reliability is an issue -- just little things, but a lot of them. Brakes have been done twice in only 45,000 of driving -- A little much based on my prior experience with these vehicles.
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Solid - 2002 Ford Explorer
By Bills - September 28 - 10:40 amExcellent value for a sport utility.
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Ford Help! - 2002 Ford Explorer
By ober1 - September 20 - 10:00 amI purchased this E.B. Explorer 6/2002, for my wife who only drives it to the office and back home. 9/04 it only has 16500 miles. Many under warranty problems such as window motor, water pump, belt tentioner, rear lift gate split down the middle,rear air conditoner problems, hood paint bubbling up,leaking right rear shock,defective rear compartment latch, all outside plastic (black) molding had to be replaced due to pealing, third brake light defective. I hope that F.M.C. opens their eyes to the many problems. Other than the above problems my wife loves her Ford Explorer and will not let me trade it in.
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Great car to run, poor car to own - 2002 Ford Explorer
By PKF - July 6 - 10:00 amI own this car almost two months. The running and handling is really great. During the normal highway traffic, it is pretty quiet, without major wind, road and engine noises. Most features work just fine, except for the air conditioner (restricted to my car), which is bad for normal use. Even worse, about 1000 miles, the A/C does not work anymore (maybe, the motor was blown out). In addition, the steering wheel is a little deviated from the neutral position.
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Do not buy this car!@!@! - 2002 Ford Explorer
By v8 explorer - July 3 - 10:00 amWe bought our Ford 2 years ago and we had to replace the front bushings,the cluster(odometer) and the back seat window because it went bad. My car is back in the shop because the transmission is slipping. Of course there is nothing to do about the transmission they say and that I need to spend 160.00 to change the filter and fluid. It isnt due for that. So I guess I will wait until it totally breaks down. I would never buy this car. I am going back to my Tahoe when the 100,000 mile warranty runs out. I have to keep it until then.
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Nice Vehicle - 2002 Ford Explorer
By DMN - May 26 - 9:36 amMoved up from 2001 Sport Track, appreciate added and updated comfort. Rear seat awkward to enter/exit, a little hard for regular folks. Engine and driveline excellent, brakes and steering exceptional. Clean style, a little upmarket and more capable Honda Accord. Use vehicle for business travel in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Utah and appreciate safety of 4 wheel drive.
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Very Bad Choice - 2002 Ford Explorer
By dao - January 18 - 2:56 pmBought it new thinking that with the redesign I was a buying very good and affordable SUV. I was wrong. Had multiple problems with the back door (7 times), multiple problems with the rear air conditioner (4), with the co-pilots window (2) and had to change the transmission with 42k miles on it. Its too bad that Ford wouldnt back up this car on all these quality problems.
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more "premium" than expected - 2002 Ford Explorer
By pooldude - January 17 - 10:00 amIve just leased an "02 Explorer (XLT, V8, leather, moonroof, 3rd row, Sport pkg.), and left the dealer less than thrilled. I was disappointed at not being able to lease a more premium suv in my business, and I settled for good old Ford. Some 200 miles later, I find myself grinning alot, driving as much as possible, and wondering "WHAT WAS I THINKING???". My new sled amounts to nothing less than a combination of performance car, tow vehicle, mini van, trail runner, and stylin cruiser. Everyone admires and respects her. I think Im falling in love.
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Well, its an SUV - 2002 Ford Explorer
By schmitty17 - January 16 - 11:53 amI bought my Explorer In June of 2006 with 71,000 miles on it. And now it has 120,000 miles on and it is Sept 2007. I have used and abused this car way beyond what any car should go through. And I have to say it has stood up pretty well, I have taken it on many many road trips. And it has only left my stranded on the side of the road twice, once dude to a dead battery and was in the middle of the Arizona desert and that almost killed but im still alive! And the second time was due to the transmission going out. Ive had spent about 4 thousand on repars and up keep, but thats not bad compared to some of the explorer horrior stories. and the other major repair done was the 4WD had 2 all replaced
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Ford Explorer XLT 2002 - 2002 Ford Explorer
By mynamesmegan - January 13 - 10:00 amI love my ford explorer, dont get my wrong but the gas mileage is terrible, especially with the prices shooting up!
