2012 New Ford Explorer

[3ple4]

Lack of power maybe for Americans... compared to anything else in this price range, the Ecoboost really doesn't lack for power at all. Fuel consumption is better, but not quite sure if that's due to the Ecoboost or the deletion of the AWD system. Maybe a bit of both.

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Test driving the Ecoboost Limited now. All I can say is... NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIICE.

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Having the larger wheels from the Limited trim makes it ride and handle better, and quells torque steer. The transmission and engine feel more refined than last year's model... probably a powertrain programming upgrade, and MyFordTouch is getting better and better. This current build is just as good as some of the better touch-screen systems.

And the toys... my God... the toys...

Bili na sir niky hehe

[b170]

Does our EX rust-proofed/undercoated already? i can't verify iniwan ko sa manila yung oto..

sorry bumping my old post...

[chocoboy1977]

+1

Price diff between the 2.0 and the 3.5 is now 300k. 2.0 limited have almost everything the 3.5 has except for the BLIS and rear DVD. Is the power of the 2.0 sufficient enough for city and occasional out of town driving? Out of town trips are mainly Tagaytay or a bit further south and up north to Baguio. No plan of going off road. The 2.0 has more torque though making it more efficient for overtaking vs the 3.5 NA. A friend told me that the 2.0's torque is also more efficient in climbing the zigzag roads of Baguio vs the 3.5. But I also read somewhere that the 2.0's lack power especially when fully loaded with passengers and baggage. Am I missing something?

Niky,

Where were you able to test drive the eccoboost? Seems every dealer I go to says no test drive unit available, only display units.

[foresterx]

Niky,

Where were you able to test drive the eccoboost? Seems every dealer I go to says no test drive unit available, only display units.

niky has a privilege of test driving cars that aren't available to be test driven by public.

[chocoboy1977]

So Niky, How's the tourqe of the 2.0? di naman bitin lets say mag overtake ng slow moving trucks / buses on provincial roads?

[EQAddict]

I own the v6. The ecoboost is easier to drive on a daily basis because of the torque. And yes it can handle the climb to baguio easily. Who cares about top speed anyway on these cars. The biggest difference is lack of all wheel drive. That's it.

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[mac_daddy]

I own the v6. The ecoboost is easier to drive on a daily basis because of the torque. And yes it can handle the climb to baguio easily. Who cares about top speed anyway on these cars. The biggest difference is lack of all wheel drive. That's it.

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Agree with Sir EQ, first thing i did when i got my ecoboost was to bring it to baguio, it can easily handle the climb to baguio.

[foresterx]

i'm pretty sure any 2.0l or higher car that has atleast 200hp can easily climb baguio or over take slow moving cars.

[chocoboy1977]

thanks guys for the info... very helpful. If it can do Baguio... it can go anywhere where there's a road.

[wilver]

I just came across this article:

2013 Ford Explorer Recalls | ?13 Ford Explorer Recall Problems - Automobile Magazine

2013 Ford Explorer Recall List
Recall ID # 13V109000 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Recall Date:
MAR 27, 2013

Model Affected:
2013 FORD EXPLORER

Summary:
Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and model year 2013 Explorer vehicles manufactured July 19, 2011, through March 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the fuel tanks may have a marginally sealed seam in the side of the tank. As a result, the fuel tanks may not provide the expected strength in the event of an impact. The tanks may also leak.

Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tanks and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2013. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S03. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.

Potential Units Affected:
3037

Notes:
Ford Motor Company 13S03
Recall ID # 13V227000 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Recall Date:
MAY 31, 2013

Model Affected:
2013 FORD EXPLORER

Summary:
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on July 15, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.

Potential Units Affected:
390783

Notes:
Ford Motor Company 13S04


Has Ford Philippines done any action to correct these recalls?
I'm interested in buying a Ford Explorer and I hope these issues will be addressed before I get one.

[jalmario15]

Lack of power maybe for Americans... compared to anything else in this price range, the Ecoboost really doesn't lack for power at all. Fuel consumption is better, but not quite sure if that's due to the Ecoboost or the deletion of the AWD system. Maybe a bit of both.

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Test driving the Ecoboost Limited now. All I can say is... NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIICE.

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Having the larger wheels from the Limited trim makes it ride and handle better, and quells torque steer. The transmission and engine feel more refined than last year's model... probably a powertrain programming upgrade, and MyFordTouch is getting better and better. This current build is just as good as some of the better touch-screen systems.

And the toys... my God... the toys...

Nice i agree with you sir

[istan]

Saan yang Ford Manila Bay?

[macxchange]

Guys, do you use air freshener in your explorer? Any recommended brand?

[ano727]

Lack of power maybe for Americans... compared to anything else in this price range, the Ecoboost really doesn't lack for power at all. Fuel consumption is better, but not quite sure if that's due to the Ecoboost or the deletion of the AWD system. Maybe a bit of both.

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Test driving the Ecoboost Limited now. All I can say is... NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIICE.

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Having the larger wheels from the Limited trim makes it ride and handle better, and quells torque steer. The transmission and engine feel more refined than last year's model... probably a powertrain programming upgrade, and MyFordTouch is getting better and better. This current build is just as good as some of the better touch-screen systems.

And the toys... my God... the toys...

Niky, would you know if there is any significant FC difference between the V6 and Ecoboost variants? Thanks.

[macsd]

Guys, do you use air freshener in your explorer? Any recommended brand?

California scent brand Newport new car scent. Mabaho sa unang pagbuga ng blower but as the aircon and after a while the better new scent come's alive. Next i will try the Glade sport.

[jhnkvn]

Guys, do you use air freshener in your explorer? Any recommended brand?

Disadvantages of Air Freshener | eHow

[niky]

Niky, would you know if there is any significant FC difference between the V6 and Ecoboost variants? Thanks.

In my estimation, about 0.5 to 1 km/l in traffic, and 1-2 km/l on the highway.

Without driving them back to back, hard to say for sure, but that's what it seems like. The difference could be higher or lower for you, depending on how you drive. The 2.0 has a wider range of minimum BSFC, so people who don't drive optimally might see a bigger difference... while people who drive aggressively might see no difference at all.

[eggman]

What this market need next is the 3.5 Liter Ecoboost Explorer.The price of the 2 Liter Ecoboost 2WD Limited is similar to that of 2011 Explorer 3.5 Liter 4WD Limited..

[3ple4]

In my estimation, about 0.5 to 1 km/l in traffic, and 1-2 km/l on the highway.

Without driving them back to back, hard to say for sure, but that's what it seems like. The difference could be higher or lower for you, depending on how you drive. The 2.0 has a wider range of minimum BSFC, so people who don't drive optimally might see a bigger difference... while people who drive aggressively might see no difference at all.

I wonder if there would be a significant (or minimal) improvement in our Explo's FC is I use Unioil's Euro4 gas Hmm....

[mac_daddy]

Mga Sir, maiba naman, i have a problem with my explorer

Brought my unit sa Ford Makati to have it checked for the squeeking sound sa front, mga after3 trials, they diagnosed it as a windshield problem na dapat daw i re-seal, so iniwan ko sa casa after 3 days tinawagan ako and informed me na may maliit na crack daw sa bottom part ng windshield sa loob at kailangan paltan ang buong windshield, pwede ko daw ilabas muna yung car habang hinihintay ang parts, pag kuha ko ng car napansin ko may malaking crack na sa windshield na wala dati and pinagpipilitan nila na gumapang daw ang crack habang tine test drive nila ang unit, anong action ba ang pwede gawin dito? I was telling them na hindi pwedeng ganun kabilis mag crack yun at mukhang may mishandling sa pag gawa pero siyempre walang uma amin. the car is less than 5 months, was actually asking for a replacement since hindi lang yun ang problem, pero hindi daw pwede yun, may law ba tayo na pwede ipang tapat duon? thanks.