The Ford Explorer model I have has the 3.5L V-6 4 wheel drive base. I've driven for 13,000 miles with no mechanical problems at all. As a track & field coach the size is great! I can safely travel with 5 athletes and load the back end with all sorts of equipment (starting blocks, push pull sled, medicine balls, shot puts, javelins, etc.). There have been times when I've had to remove gear and use the back seats to transport more athletes and I still have room for important track equipment. Fantastic for my purposes.

My 2003 Ford Explorer is a beautiful vehicle. It is a solid, strong well built machine. It has close to 200,000 miles on it and it still operates just as good today as the day I first purchased it. I love its power and especially enjoy the 4 wheel drive. It is a pleasure to drive in the snow.