Looking at 4th Gen Explorer - advice needed

[BlueOval5.0]

Hi All,

We're in the market for another Explorer after selling our '98 a few years back. I'll be honest - would really want to get the bride a new one but the budget won't allow it so I am looking at the prior generation.

Would like to know what to look for in terms of problems and issues. Also, am I being stubborn in only considering the 4.6L V8 motor? This seems to be limiting the vehicles available.

May go look at one this weekend - 2010 Eddie Bauer 4x4 with 45k, 201a pkg, V8, Trailer Tow Pkg, Nav. Has the Black & Tan leather seats - kinda nutting looking. Asking price is $22k.

Thanks in advance for the assistance, much appreciated!

Eric

 

[Ornery]

They are Godly, buy it!

Well, even if you don't believe that, at least it's still a real truck!

 

[Explorer_PL]

I have 06 EB v8

I believe that the 2010 v8 with 6r80 in Limited or EB trim are the best out there.

Do not care for the car like 2011 up.

Stick with v8.

 

[Flag Gibby]

Just me, but unless you need the larger engine for making towing heavy loads easier don't be afraid to test drive the V6 models. They do have a good amount of torque and with the factory towing package (3.73 gearing) they do a really good job of driving like the V8.

 

[Old As Dirt]

I've had both engines - a 4.6 V8 in a 2004 EB and a 4.0 V6 in my 2007 XLT which I currently drive. Both had the 5 speed automatic transmission. Other than slightly more engine noise and a little slower merging with traffic on the Interstate, I have noticed little difference with the V6. Gas mileage? About the same - around 15 in town and 21 or better on the open highway. Am I a slow driver? No - 30 years with State Police - I don't speed, but don't baby it getting there.