Car financing: 2007 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 2007 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.
2007 Ford Explorer specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 4.0L 6-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 18.1 L/100 km | 17.5 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.2 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 356.5 g/km | 368 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.79 | $23.56 | $24.34 | $24.34 |
2007 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.6 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 13 | 14 | 13 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| 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$4,325 | US$4,450 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,558 | $4,712 | $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 2007 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 308 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (81), electrical system (39) and engine (39). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07V181000 | 2007-04-25 | steering | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TWO BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY TO THE FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-TIGHTENED. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN ONE OR BOTH OF THE BOLTS FRACTURING, CAUSING THE STEERING GEAR TO BECOME LOOSE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2007 Ford Explorer
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2007 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. Here is what to know about the 2007 Ford Explorer before buying one.
Recalls and complaints
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 308 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, electrical system and engine; have those parts checked.
What the figures tell you
It is powered by the 4.6L 8-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. For 1,000 km, budget about $227.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Explorer
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
The Explorer in everyday use
It offers the space of an SUV with the height that makes loading easy.
Drive it on your own roads
A test week in the Explorer tells you more than any review. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent the Explorer for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Picking a year and a trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.79 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $227.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Still deciding?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
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 2007 Ford Explorer from us first.
Ask us about the 2007 Ford Explorer
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2007 Ford Explorer for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2007 Ford Explorer
Does CarmaCars sell the 2007 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 2007 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 2007 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 2007 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.