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 - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By zach - July 21 - 12:50 pm

  This vehicle is fun to drive and can accelerate very quickly. It has a 5.0 v8 in it and can tow up to 9,000 lbs. It gets around 18mpg so gas isnt that great in it.

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  2,000 mile review - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By RockvilleMan - July 19 - 2:30 pm

  No problems to report on my 4x2 XLT, the only option I decided on was the side impact airbags. It has been responding like a charm. No glitches yet. The lower entry has paid off. No complaints from the mother in law regarding how high it is. She gets in and out without complaints and no need for running boards.

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  Newby to 4x4s - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By Blondy - January 11 - 2:58 pm

  Ive only had my 02 Explorer Limited for less than 2 months but I love it! I went from a 90 Firebird to this. Its like going from a jonboat to a cruise ship. I decied I wanted a 4WD cause of the Nebraska winters. My family is predominantly GMC but they all like it a lot. My husband keeps trying to get me to swap him his 94 Jeep Grand Cherokee for mine. No way! I just like driving it. I dont care where. Who knows, maybe Ill encounter some probs but for now I like it a lot!

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  So far so good - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By DBOWEN - October 14 - 10:00 am

  We were looking at another minivan when I suggested to my wife an SUV. She liked the idea of a 3rd fold-down seat for storage and 4WD. We looked at the expedition but it was too big and settled on the Explorer. This car is fun to drive. ALthough less room than a minivan, it handles great and the kids love to ride in it. I looked at other SUVs and they just werent safe enough. Explorer is alot of car for the money. Wife loves to drive it now too.

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  Proud Explorer Owner - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By Edward Costantini - July 27 - 10:00 am

  I still have a 1994 Explorer which I bought new. I now have a 2002 Explorer also.If I get the good service out of my new Explorer that I have gotten out of my 1994 I will be very pleased There is a world difference in smooth riding in my new Explorer.I have 8000 miles on my new Explorer now. But time will tell on quality.I have been to the Ford dealership one time with viberation in the steering colum,and they corected it.So far I like the new vehicle very good.

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  Excellent Vehicle - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By cyprinella - June 28 - 10:00 am

  Would do it all over again. We love this SUV!

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  Love It! Love It! Love It! - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By jo jo - June 11 - 10:00 am

  I had been looking at this vehicle for about 3 months before I bought it. Now that I actually own one, Im so glad I purchased it. It is very comfortable and quite quick for a V6 which I own. I wish it were a little better on gas, I guess the only difference I would make it buying one new is purchasing a V8 rather than the V6. However, I have no reservations.

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  for the price, very good - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By got to love ford - June 2 - 2:00 am

  Fairly inexpensive. Great ride. Lots of room. Looked at many suvs. Explorer 2002 rides like most of the more expensive suvs. Little noisy at higher speeds.

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  2002 XLT - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By D Stone - May 27 - 2:00 am

  A Great SUV.. good milage, good power and great comfort.... nice job Ford.

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  Good Car - 2002 Ford Explorer
  By AJackson - May 14 - 4:30 pm

  I bought my Explorer on a lease return at 30,000 mi. Car has been great so far at 93,000 with no problems even with out reg. oil changes. Ford recalled the cracked liftgate. I would buy again.