suv capability...civil to drive
Written: Feb 09 '00
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Pros: excellent build quality, strong value, great brakes
Cons: ? just don't go for the base motor for '00
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| garraud's Full Review: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport |
Ford Explorer Sport provides a perfect blend between sport utility capability and practicality for everyday use. While smaller SUVs lack the weight, size, and 4wd ability, larger SUVs sacrifice fuel economy and drivability. For instance, a Honda CRV is not nearly as well suited for rough terrain and/or snow. With a structure that is derived from the Honda Civic economy car, it is nowhere near as durable and imposing towards bad weather. On the other hand, a larger SUV, such as a Ford Expedition (or even a 4 door Chevy Blazer for that matter)can make a driver feel disconnected to the road and make one nervous when trying to maneuver these battletanks around crowded city streets. With the back end somewhat shortened over 4 door models, one might expect a significant problem with cargo space. This is not the case. Explorer Sport has plenty of space to hold several pairs of skis with the rear seats folded down. Also, visibility is a strong point of Explorer Sport. Pillars are arranged in a manner that cuts down of blind spots fairly well. The Ford Explorer Sport offers a great deal of strong points, not the least of them value.
About the only complaint that I have with this car that offers incredible build quality is that the base motor is uninspiring. Go with the 4.0 SOHC as opposed to the OHV model. The extra 30 horses is a definite plus, particularly if towing is in your plans.
All in all, though, I have nothing but praise for this well-built, capable truck that offers a great blend of four wheel drive ability and normal day drivability.
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Amount Paid (US$): 19,999
Condition: Used
Model Year: 1997
Model and Options: sport...leather...all power options, x-sunroof
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Member: David Garraux
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