Overview & Reviews

A new steering wheel and instrument panel freshen the Explorer's interior. New wheels are the only exterior changes. Explorers gain four-wheel antilock brakes that work in both two- and four-wheel-drive modes.

User Reviews:

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  Bulletproof, reliable truck - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By AdmiralHappy - January 17 - 7:04 pm

  Just hit 223,000 miles with no major issues. Radiator replaced by shop after being damaged by mechanic, but other than that, all original parts. Regularly serviced. As a valet, Ive had plenty of competition to compare my car to, and have found the 1st generation Explorers to be one of the most agile and reliable vehicles around. Ive parked a couple of Explorers with over 500,000 miles with original engine and transmission, and the owners still ... and mine feels like it could go as long, too! Exterior in good shape, some dings and dents but paint holds up well ... interior in even better shape, looks ten years younger than it is. Gas mileage is lackluster, but hey, no vehicle is perfect.

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  EXCELLENT EXPLORER - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By Fishin_Fool - November 14 - 7:32 pm

  Bought my Explorer two years old. I am the 2nd owner. Have had all upkeep maintenance done by certified Ford mechanic. Other than tires, oil changes, 1 brake job, and alignment. I have had ZERO problems with this unit. 156,000 miles all over WA, Idaho, and Canada fishing with NO failures to start. Never left me stranded ever. Have used Mobile 1 oil religiously and almost no where on internal engine parts. WHAT A TRUCK. I will drive it till it rusts from beneath me.

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  takes a lickin - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By TAKES A LICKIN - June 7 - 4:26 pm

  This truck is amazing - except for rebuilding the transmission and some problems with window motors, the car is in great shape very versatile, seats myself and three children great, with room to spare. The ride is a little rough, but all in all, very good vehicle. Considered buying new, but decided to work on it and keep it for the long haul.

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  reliable truck - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By Matt Lenz - January 23 - 5:39 pm

  This a a good reliable truck. I towed a 4000 lb Trans Am from New York City with the manual transmission. It did quite well. I had 150,000 miles on it at the time. You had to downshift in the mmountains when climing the hills but it did well. I got over 20 miles to the gallon while driving there. It also is a good riding vehicle..

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  Great SUV - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By DK5 - October 31 - 1:00 am

  Bought new in SC with a dozen miles on it. 11 Years later, have just had to replace the clutch at about 80K. Extremely reliable. Not really any problems to mention. Just a great all-around dependable SUV.

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  Good Car, Questionable 5 Speed Transmiss - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By John_2 - August 17 - 2:00 am

  Bought this sport SUV for my daughter but learned to like it. Overall it has been reliable with some problems that others have noted: inside door handle broke off, gas gauge broke at 60K, air vents are shoddy, FM cassett died at 100K. Only big repair has been 5 speed tranmission- shifting 1-2 grinds!! Repaired but grinds again! Important to change trans fluid and use the RIGHT fluid. Stability better with big tires, no air bags scare me. OK for running chores but dont like using it on the freeway.

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  1993 Ford Explorer Limites 4 door - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By Zippide - April 29 - 2:00 am

  Over 180,oook hard miles with no engine work! Always runs great. And I dont even like Ford.

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  my ford - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By skaholic82 - April 28 - 2:00 am

  Have some eletrical problems and starting problems, besides that it runs good for having 150,000 miles on it. the body is flawless.

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  past its prime - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By jim&kiche - October 12 - 2:00 am

  bought the car at 90000 and now have 15000. ive probably put at least $4000 into in the last 3 years. various problems: brakes, driver door hinge went bad ($700), too many other little things to remember. a/c broke. inflatable seat pads stopped working and one deflated causing it to tear from wear. driver door handle, not the latch, broke off because of hinge issue. trans not very smooth. passenger auto door locks dont work any more. rear window wiper only works when it wants.

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  Great SUV - 1993 Ford Explorer
  By TheJMan - August 1 - 2:00 am

  The first-gen Ford Explorer is a great vehicle in many ways. First off, it is very reliable. We have had our Explorer for over 10 years, and it has only needed a new AC compressor and a transmission rebuild. Other than that, all it needs is scheduled maintenance. The ride is a bit on the harsh side, but it is manageable and surprisingly good off-road.