Ford Explorer vs. Ford Expedition
Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Ford Explorer
$732
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Repair Cost
Ford Expedition
$861
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Overall Reliability Rating
Above Average
The Ford Explorer Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 19th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $732 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Explorer.
Above Average
The Ford Expedition Reliability Rating is 3.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 7th out of 14 for fullsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $861 which means it has higher than average ownership costs. While repairs tend to be more severe than average, the number of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Expedition.
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Overall Car Ratings & Details
| 5 | (10) | |
| 4 | (71) | |
| 3 | (46) | |
| 2 | (15) | |
| 1 | (5) |
The Ford Explorer ranks highest in comfort and ranks lowest in fuel economy.
67% of reviewers would recommend this car.
“I have had my explorer for 2 years now. It is an older car, but it still looks and drives great. A Ford still running at 135,000 miles. I bet it will make it to 200,000.”
“I have had my explorer for 2 years now. It is an older car, but it still looks and drives great....”
| 5 | (4) | |
| 4 | (50) | |
| 3 | (16) | |
| 2 | (11) | |
| 1 | (2) |
The Ford Expedition ranks highest in fuel economy and ranks lowest in performance.
“IBought this Big Ford with 200,000. Did brakes, Oil, shift handel, rear wheel bearings, shocks and o-2 sensors.... Alls good I love this Ford ”
“IBought this Big Ford with 200,000. Did brakes, Oil, shift handel, rear wheel bearings, shocks...”