2009
Ford Explorer

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$29,780
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Available trims

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  • RWD 4dr V6 XLT
    Starts at
    $28,470
    14 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V8 XLT
    Starts at
    $29,780
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V6 XLT
    Starts at
    $30,790
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 XLT
    Starts at
    $30,790
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V6 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $31,615
    14 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V8 XLT
    Starts at
    $32,100
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V8 XLT
    Starts at
    $32,100
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • RWD 4dr V8 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $32,925
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V6 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $33,935
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $33,935
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V8 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $35,245
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V8 Eddie Bauer
    Starts at
    $35,245
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V6 Limited
    Starts at
    $35,550
    14 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V8 Limited
    Starts at
    $36,860
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V6 Limited
    Starts at
    $37,870
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 Limited
    Starts at
    $37,870
    13 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr V8 Limited
    Starts at
    $39,180
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V8 Limited
    Starts at
    $39,180
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Side curtain airbags
New exterior colors
Capless refueling system
292-hp V-8
Five- or six-speed automatic
Sync entertainment system
AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control
Available power-folding third row

The good & the bad

The good

Easy to drive and maneuver
Crash-test ratings of past models
Step-in height
Interior space

The bad

V-6 performance
Fuel economy
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Safety review

Based on the 2009 Ford Explorer base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
3/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.2
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By Phil from East Taunton Ma
Owns this car
July 19, 2023

Godfather

Great vehicle went to Syracuse NY. For Nationals drove nice very comfortable not bad on gas seems very dependable hope to keep for a long time
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Gblack1561 from Minot, North Dakota
Owns this car
October 21, 2020

Great SUV

I bought mine used with an unknown history at a great price. Went through all the maintenance, repairs & services listed in the manual & haven't had a single problem with it in the 3 years I've owned it, except for the stability control sensor. Ive had it in the shop 3 times to fix the problem, but it persists. Any curves, sudden abrupt stops the RSC Alarm goes off. Even had the sensors replaced & still have the problem of the alarm going off. Runs great other than that & have over 200,000 miles on the motor. Id buy this year make & model again & highly recommend it to anyone.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2009 Ford Explorer?

The 2009 Ford Explorer is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Eddie Bauer (6 styles)
  • Limited (6 styles)
  • XLT (6 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2009 Ford Explorer?

The 2009 Ford Explorer offers up to 14 MPG in city driving and 20 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2009 Ford Explorer reliable?

The 2009 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2009 Ford Explorer owners.

Is the 2009 Ford Explorer a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2009 Ford Explorer. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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