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2012 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$28,280–$30,280 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Explorer Ford
(84 reviews)
76% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 3.9
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 3.9
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Well Kept Ford Explorer Loaded!

This car met all of my needs. The kids in the back watched movies and I was able to get additional people in the 3rd row seats. It holds a ton of things and drives great in the snow!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best chameleon performance driven SUV

This SUV is very adaptable to almost every need a family could need from the interior to the 4x4 system in the vehicle. Reliability has been great. I have driven the vehicle through mountain pass snow, flooding waters, hot heat and have not had any trouble. It is my wife's everyday driver and she enjoys it thoroughly.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It a very good car.

It is the best car I've used so fat. That why I crown it the, It's best car at it own best. I love it fuel economy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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New to us

My initial reaction after owning it for a week is that the 2012 explorer is a drivers' car. It is a comfortable ride, but you do feel the road. The seating is comfortable and roomy in the first two row. Third row seating is not for big people. The second row seats 3 if the middle person is a small child. The electronics take a while to get set, but seem good once you figure out how to use them all.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this vehicle

It?s the perfect size for a family of 4. I love the dual sunroof and navigation. It?s very comfortable. we are wanting to down size from an Expedition because of the fuel cost and the Explorer still has the 3rd row.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Thank you Cars.com!

I went from having a 1998 Misubishi Montero Sport to owning my 2012 Ford Explorer. I love the way it drives and responds. My dual sun roofs are the envy of everyone who rides in it, and who isn't a sucker for the heated seats?

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car

This is by far the best SUV I have owned. It?s reliable, spacious, and has has all the functions needed. Only things I wished it had are digital speedometer and tire pressure checks. But that?s an overall Ford thing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I love this car

The Explorer XLT is the best car that I have owned so far. It is spacious, handles well, totally comfortable and drives/handles awesome. I can load it up with groceries or kids and not feel cramped.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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2012 Ford Explorer

We have had it for a month. It gets pretty good gas mileage. I had to meet be two kayaks last week and they fit inside no problem. Very comfortable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable Vehicle

This SUV drives so smoothly and quietly. I love all the extra room for my grandchildren! I feel so safe driving this vehicle. The seats are so comfortable! It is economical too!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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