2000 Ford Explorer Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -18 City / 20 -23 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
160 -215
Seats
4 -6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Will J
My vehicle is great in the snow and for off roading.
I love that it's all wheel drive. I love it has good mpg. I love that it's stylish
accountCircle Isabel C
It is a family car a nice olive green with white and blue inside.
Cruise control ac air heating it can sit 7 to 8 people comfortably back windows open sliding door automatically opens room in the back for groceries or luggage good on gas excellent on road trips the back seats lay down and the middle seats also they down are you can remove the mail the car.
accountCircle Ken K
It is a bad weatherbeater!
Provides a comfortable entry/exit. Exudes a strong appearance.Gives me confidence to drive in nearly any type of weather.
accountCircle Willie M
The way it rides and drives and the power it has u cant go wrong.
It's a great truck been there for me for years I'd trust it to go anywhere. Never had to buy anything really just tune ups. Rides like a dream lots of room lots of leg space, lots of room in the back to move stuff and the back seats lay flat to get more stuff in its just a great SUV. Great on ice and snow and the seats are soft and rides so smooth. And has lots of power which is great I pull a lot of stuff and great on gas.
accountCircle Maro J
My car I never thought I would have.
It gets hot often because it is an older car. The engine had to be replaced because we did not check the water cooler in the car. It can go long distance as long as you plan the length of the trip. But over time it will be better because you get to cherish your car more every time.
accountCircle Jenna N
The Explorer is good for people who need space with a gas tank that fills cheap
The Ford Explorer has a lot of space, so it's great for tall people, families of 5 or less and or families with claustrophobic people. It is also good for trips whether long or short. As the vehicle gets older and has more miles, it starts to run worse, but it's been 19 years and it still runs and passes inspection with only needing to fix minor things. Gas is decent, 5 gallons gets about a quarter of a tank, and $15-$20 usually gets about half a tank.
accountCircle ge s
It runs like a top. Older vehicles are better as long as you maintain them.
I like older vehicle because they are more reliable. I love everything about it. I don't need anything fancy like new vehicles have.
accountCircle Sherry P
I think it's a great vehicle and It's worth checking out,
I love it-I love the sunroof my favorite feature. I really like the fuel left estimator. I also like how it computes the oil and other features guide-It's very handy. The thing I don't like and wish it done better is fuel mileage.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Hannah P
Overall, the car is great, just wish it had better gas mileage.
Car is not a bad car, overall fairly good. But if your are looking for something for long distance driving I would suggest something that has better gas mileage. Very comfortable, cushioned seats an great heat. Wish it has leather seats. Very reliable, the car has over 206, 000 miles on it and is running strong. Just ready for an upgrade.
accountCircle Tiffany L
My 2000 blue ford explorer is really annoying and need a lot of work
It's blue . A 2000 explorer. It doesn't work and it's really hot. Tires are busted. Windows wont go up or down. Air doesn't work. Headlights work when they want to but only on bright. And the radio doesn't pick up any stations. The windshield wipers work but they rarely work. The heat work fantastic ! Rear view mirror is missing and it has a bad battery
accountCircle Bridget D
It's a great family car. It also drives great it's easy to handle.
No complaints on the vehicle itself it's just time for a new one. I actually love the truck. I love the room inside. And I love the way it drive I just need a more update model.
accountCircle Jamal H
It is a family oriented SUV that can seat 5 people and has automatic 4WD.
Older vehicle with a lot of visual blemishes. The motor works well for its age. The driver's side rear door has not been able to be opened in over 5 years. The parking brake does not always engage properly and I have to be cautious where I park. The air conditioning does not work very well on really hot days.
accountCircle Taylor F
It is very reliable, however has pretty poor gas mileage.
This is a very reliable car because it is very old but it still works fairly well for its age. The gas mileage is not very good, however, and it has had to have a good amount of work done because of its age.
accountCircle Joshua G
It is as small as it looks!.
It's a reliable car but I wanted something that was a bit newer. For a first car its not bad at all but there is nothing amazing about it.
accountCircle Kimberly Y
Others should know that my cars front door handle is broken, and you have to open it from the inside.
I like that my car has air conditioning that works. I like the space that it has, and that it has four wheel drive. I dislike that the front door handle is broken. I also wish it had more power, it's hard to get going sometimes. I also wish I could listen to pandora in my car, like my husband can in his truck.
accountCircle Jerry P
That it allows me to get to work and back to save money.
I like that my car is smooth.My car is dependable. I like the seat space and the roominess and the cup holders are nice.

Ford Explorer Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Sport
160-210 HP 19-21 MPG 4 Seats
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XL
160-210 HP 19-21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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XLS
160-210 HP 19-21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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XLT
215 HP 17-17 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Eddie Bauer
215 HP 17-17 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Limited
215 HP 17-17 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2000 Ford Explorer Owner Reviews

4.05
170 Reviews
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5 stars 38%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 26%
2 stars 1%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Carol T on June 22, 2021
Take your tank to the grocery store. Lots of room for groceries.
My car is an older model in really great condition. It is 4-wheel drive and is like driving a tank, not so much in actuality but definitely for the safety factor. I am tall and there's adequate leg room.
accountCircle Cody D on June 15, 2021
It's a prized thing for me.
I love the room I have. It was given to me by my grandparents so it means a lot. It could have better shocks, but, that's on me.
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Ranks #6 Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2000 Ford Explorer has an average owner rating of 4.14 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 7 other Full Size SUVs.

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
4.57
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2000 Ford Excursion
4.38
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2000 Ford Explorer
4.04

Ranks #1 Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2000 Ford Explorer has a combined MPG of 21 which ranks it #1 of 6 other Full Size SUVs.

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2000 Ford Explorer
21 MPG
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
18 MPG
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2000 Dodge Durango
17 MPG

Is The 2000 Ford Explorer A Good Car?

Yes it is a good vehicle it runs smooth and is good on gas and has a lot of good features such as Air conditioning, Heat , A 6 disc CD changer and a good stereo system
Thomas T.
Yes, if it is brand new. I have a used car with many transmission problems, and no it is not a good vehicle if you do not know how to take care of it well.
Star P.
Yes one of the best I have ever had, it runs great and have had very few problems with it. If something does go wrong with the SUV it's easy to find parts for it and does not cost a arm and a leg to... Read More
Chris T.
Yes the Ford explorer is a very good and reliable vehicle with lots of space. It also has a CD player which I love
Hayley B.
Yes good running car I like it a lot good on gas rides really nice the body style I like a lot great for trip with the family and friends
Ashley L.
It's okay just takes a little too much gas & gas is expensive Ford Explorer is a gas guzzler that cost a lot of money on road trip
Callie C.
Yes very good. Not too many issues, the parts are readily available and the issues that it does have are usually not severe enough to make it undrivable
Emily H.

How Reliable Is The 2000 Ford Explorer?

It is somewhat reliable but the door handles break easily and the windows get jammed as well it is a pain
Key B.
The 2000 Ford Explorer is not reliable anymore because it has transmissions problems. Sometimes, the engine automatically turns off on its own.
Randy H.
It has no major problems just regular maintenance. It's one of the best SUV's on the market, point being it was made in America. Ford trucks are built though. I will keep buying America built... Read More
Hannah G.
The Ford Explorer is very reliable. It has been running for about 19 years now and although it has a few problems, those are likely due to age and mileage and it will pass inspection
Kelly L.
Needs to get a brake check and smog check to make sure the car is running better and is performing to its ability
Kristen M.
It is mainly reliable, the most problems I have are due to simple accidents. There are a few electrical issues but they have to do with ware and tare and for the most part are just an annoyance
Olivia P.

Is The 2000 Ford Explorer A Good Value?

It was at a good value because it's a older model so it cost less and was more affordable to buy at the time
Johnson L.
It cost around $800 from what I remember. It was in ok condition but still had a lot of problems to it.
Connie G.
I bought the Ford Explorer New for $25,000 a great price compared to other makes and models that were on the market. It is an antique now and still runs great for having over 200,000 miles on it, my... Read More
Jo F.
The Ford Explorer I have is probably only worth a couple thousand maybe even hundred dollars now, but it used to cost more and it was worth it
Lydia G.
I paid roughly $5,000 for it and its last me a pretty long time so yeah it's a very good deal & I'm happy with the deal
Paul H.
I bought it second hand so it was very cheap. Overall I would have to say that it a good value but I have never bought a new car
Kerri H.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the starter location on the 2000 ford explorer?

Answer: The starter location on the 2000 Ford Explorer is between the engine and the transmission on the passenger side. You will come into problems with the battery during the life cycle of the vehicle. There can be a...

What type of power steering fluid does the 2000 ford explorer use?

Answer: The 2000 Ford Explorer uses mercon automatic power transmission fluid. To change the power steering fluid You will need to first locate the container, which will be under the hood near the window. It will be a...

How do I reset the anti theft in a 2000 ford explorer?

Answer: If the anti theft system is not working right on Your 2000 Ford Explorer You may need to replace it. First get into the car and roll down a window. Now go around to each door and manually press the lock down so...

2000 Ford Explorer: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2000 Ford Explorer came standard with A4.0L V6 engine but You could also upgrade to A5.0L V8. Both of these engine will have a motor oil capacity of 5 US quarts. The difference between these will be in oil...

Does the 2000 Ford Explorer have a cabin air filter?

Answer: The 2000 Ford Explorer doesn't have a cabin air filter. You will come into many problems with an engine. There could be excessive oil use, requiring the oil to be replaced sooner than expected. A really serious...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety