Auto loans: 2008 Ford Explorer
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Ford Explorer for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2008 Ford Explorer specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.79 | $22.79 | $24.34 | $24.34 |
2008 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.6 L | 4.0 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,868 | $4,868 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 171 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (44), electrical system (43) and engine (28). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07V453000 | 2007-09-26 | power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2008 Ford Explorer
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Ford Explorer for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 2008 Ford Explorer before you buy one anywhere.
A buyer's checks
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA has 171 owner complaints on file, mostly about power train, electrical system and engine. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
Reading the spec sheet
It runs the 4.0L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated 14.7 L/100 km combined: about 44 litres every 300 km. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $227.90. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
The higher seat of an SUV gives a good view of the road in traffic.
Who rents the Explorer
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Try before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the Explorer for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. A test week in the Explorer tells you more than any review.
The cost of driving it
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.79 in fuel.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Ask us
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Ford Explorer from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 Ford Explorer
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Ford Explorer for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Ford Explorer
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Ford Explorer?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Ford Explorer before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Ford Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Ford Explorer cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4558.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.