Overview & Reviews

For the 2003 Ford Explorer, sport versions of the XLS and XLT debut, along with a new trim level called NBX (No Boundaries Experience). The NBX includes special exterior trim, unique 17-inch alloy wheels, all-terrain tires, a Yakima roof rack, rubber floormats and a cargo area liner. All-wheel drive is newly available on all but the NBX model. XLS models come standard with an automatic transmission and a CD player for 2003, while XLT models get a chrome grille and metallic interior accents. Eddie Bauer models have satin-finish 17-inch wheels this year. Limited models get upgrades such as chromed exterior trim, chrome wheels, a leather-upholstered center console cover and new woodgrain interior trim. A tire-pressure monitoring system is available on Limited models. An Off-Road Package including underbody skid plates, suspension upgrades, front tow hooks and unique wheels debuts. Finally, a rear seat DVD-based entertainment system will be available later in the year.

• Independent rear suspension, comfortable seating for up to seven, strong powertrains, foolproof Control Trac 4WD, available rollover protection system, optional stability control system, DVD-based entertainment system.

• Low-grade interior materials, quirky ergonomics.

User Reviews:

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  Great Experience - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By civicadk4 - September 18 - 2:00 am

  I am very happy to have purchased this truck. I used to tell myself that Is never buy American, and would never buy a Ford. Well as soon as I saw and drove the 2003 Explorer I wanted it. It has a good amount of power, a lot of room and rides like a dream...much better then a 4runner.

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  get the 4.6l v-8 - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By tkbnmkkk - September 18 - 2:00 am

  the 4.0l v-6 with the 3.73 axle and tow pkg is ok, but in elevation it tends to down shift too frequently for my tastes. Fortunately, i was on vacation and usually dont drive in hilly terrain. Still, in hindsight, i would have bought the 4.6l v-8 for the little extra $ and little difference in gas mileage.

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  I just saw a Ford Explorer rollover! - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By Rollover King - July 31 - 2:00 am

  SUVs are great cars and Fords a good choice. I like the tall driving stance and I like the styling. But rollover propensity and higher insurance costs are the price of driving a high gas consumption vehicle.

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  Just keeps getting better - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By B2 - May 28 - 10:36 am

  I have had three Explorers and each one is better than the last. I can always depend on my SUV to get me where I need to go. I put 275,000 miles on my first one and 192,000 on the second one and I have 72,000 on this one and it still has its original tires! I recommend it to anyone who needs a reliable safe SUV.

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  great SUV - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By Rick Knecht - April 25 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my SUV this pasted winter and handled well in all the snow we had.It really has great get up and go!!

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  Mixed feelings - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By Jon - April 19 - 11:53 pm

  This is the 4th Explorer that Ive owned in the last 10 years. Unfortunately, it has been the most problematic. Although a far cry from "lemon status," problems have been a nuisance, nonetheless. Ford has done a good job in this redesign when comparing the old school Explorers. Unfortunately, the resale value is almost insulting since so many have been sold. I probably would consider another Explorer when the next redesign occurs for the 2006 model year, but I am strongly looking at the Toyota 4Runner. The 4Runner appears to have substantially better resale value and substance.

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  Dont make a mistake and buy one of these - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By dudewheresmylemon - April 2 - 10:00 am

  Never again will buy a Ford after driving the one I bought. Hundereds of parts have been changed so far. I think I have the all time record for most warranty work done to a vehicle and still doesnt run correct. Throwen out of dealership where AI bought it and have to travel 400 km to get warranty work done.

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  Ready to Trade - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By Robertm - March 28 - 10:00 am

  I have two fords so I don carry the keyfob sfor both.I got frozen out of the vehcile twice last winter because there is no key cylinder on the driver side which is annoying. For the price of the vehicle ford can put a $10 cylinder in there not going to loose money. I have also had problems with the rear winshield. What really gets me the most is the 11 mpg when I tow withit and 20 without. It is a bad engine/tranny combo for towing anything on the heavier side of the tow range

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  Very Good SUV - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By RyanB - March 25 - 2:00 am

  Very fun, reliable, and comfortable

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  xlt sport v-8 - 2003 Ford Explorer
  By JJO - March 19 - 10:00 am

  I love it so far. but ive only had it for 3 days