My Ford Explorer has been incredibly reliable. It is a large vehicle, similar to a truck, which definitely comes in handy for all sorts of tasks from running errands to moving furniture. The vehicle is large enough and sturdy enough so that I feel safe on the road. It also handles really well and is incredibly easy to drive and maneuver on the road. This vehicle also has really low maintenance, even for being a slightly older option—there have not been many issues with the vehicle besides regular maintenance. This has been an incredibly high-quality car for the money. I would highly recommend owning a car like this one.

I have heard people joke about Ford meaning "Found on Road Dead", but that simply has not been the case for my trusty old Explorer. I have driven my Explorer about 55K miles, through 29 states, and it has never once left me stranded. The engine is solid and responsive, and runs like a champ. It has decent clearance so it can be taken on most old forest service roads or beat up old red dirt roads without scraping the undercarriage. I personally prefer the more boxy body style to that of newer more rounded looking SUVs. There is plenty of cargo space, which is always a plus. It even manages to get about 20 mpg on the highway, which is pretty impressive for an older V6 SUV!