Overview & Reviews

Ford's AdvanceTrac electronic stability control that was previously available on V8 models only is now available on all models, except the XLS and XLS Sport and all AWD models. The NBX version now comes standard with the off-road package and "NBX" tailgate badging, and can be ordered with a moonroof. Limited and Eddie Bauer models get a quad bucket seating option when equipped with the third-row bench, which adds second-row buckets and a floor console. Family buyers of the 2004 Ford Explorer should note that the optional rear air conditioner no longer requires the purchase of the third-row seat. Finally, a tire-pressure monitoring system is now standard on XLS Sport and higher trim levels, and a rear cargo shade is optional on XLT, Eddie Bauer and Limited models.

• Excellent ride and handling characteristics for a truck-based SUV, strong optional V8, comfortable cabin with user-friendly layout and seating for up to seven, good crash test scores.

• Dull cabin design with some low-grade materials, low resale value, confusing controls on highline models, lousy fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  Great SUV - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By VA4WD - January 30 - 6:02 am

  Bought this Explorer in Jan 2004 after looking at Toyota Nissan and Chevy. The 2004 Explorer had the others beat in many categories: excellent handling on curvy roads yet smooth riding over bumps and rough roads, V6 has great oomph in town and on the highway, well laid out dash and interior, very attractive and durable cloth seats on the XLS model. Having owned this Ford for 5 years it has been a very reliable and faithful companion. Warranty repairs included a transmission fix a rear differential leak, no more trouble out of either after the initial repair. After warranty repairs have been to install a starter as the old one was slowing down. Thanks Ford for making a great SUV!

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  ONE TUFF FORD - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By fordgirl - January 27 - 10:00 am

  i THANK THIS IS THE BEST SUV THAT MONEY CAN BUY AND THEY HAVE THE BEST REBATES ON THE MARKET, YOU JUST CANT GO WRONG WITH FORD!!!

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  great suv buy Ford - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By fivestar - January 21 - 2:00 am

  love the suv its more than expected

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  Explorer XLT 2004 - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By SRODBISH - January 15 - 2:00 am

  I love my new Explorer XLT 2004. The only problem I have had is coming from a mid-sized cars gas mileage to a mid- sized SUVs gas mileage. There is plenty of room for everyone. I drive a lot, and I have never had a problem with the handling, it drives GREAT!!

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  Great SUV Crappy Cup holders! - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By cctexashoney - January 5 - 10:00 am

  I love my truck. It got an amazing 18 mpg on highway driving. Totally caught me by surprise. Storage is limited when u have the 3rd row seating. Sometimes it thinks before it goes. But overall it meets all my needs and has not let me down.

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  Asome Truck - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By J Black - January 5 - 10:00 am

  The 2004 Explorer is a great truck with 4 wheel independant supention -- and comfortable cab -- strong and fun to drive--- If you need the room this is the one for you!! Try it youll like it!!

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  Quality Vehicle - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By Mr. Banker - January 5 - 10:00 am

  Overall, the Explorer is a quality vehicle, capable of hauling, towing just about anything. Great family vehicle and daily driver.

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  Beautiful-if you dont stand too close! - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By disappointed - December 30 - 11:17 am

  This SUV has some real problems cosmetically. The paint begins to peel after a few years, the panel on the liftgate cracks for no reason other than a bad design flaw, and the black trim on the doors fades and cracks after a few years. The worse thing about all of this is that after selling someone this SUV for $30,000, Ford will not stand behind one of their most expensive products and help the consumer out, especially when the design flaws and defective paint jobs are Fords own mistakes. As far as reliability, I have had no problems yet, but the transmission is pretty clunky, and will probably not last as long as it should. We had a 2000 model that needed a new tranny at 44,000 miles.

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  Junk - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By John - December 10 - 2:25 pm

  I purchased this car new. It is now December of 2008 and this car has seen the dealership more than my driveway. Ford has put a bad car out on this one. I love my dealership, they have done everything possible to make me happy but the product that Ford put out will make me go onto to GMC or other.

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  - 2004 Ford Explorer
  By dimitriL - December 3 - 2:00 am

  so far i have 3500 miles with no problems other than the rear hatch rattling and rough shifting between the drive gears and park