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2008 Ford Explorer

2009 Saab 9-7X

  2008 Ford Explorer XLT 2009 Saab 9-7X 4.2i
MSRP
$26,495
$42,615
Invoice $24,771 $39,631
MPG
City/Highway
13/20 12/20
Rating 8.2 6.4
Bottomline As the perennial best-selling truck-based SUV, the Ford Explorer is still the one to beat. A smart appearance can’t mask the 2009 Saab 9-7X's outdated GM truck design with vague handling, middle-of-the-road crash-test scores, and mediocre fuel economy figures.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Independent rear suspension
  • Interior styling
  • Stable handling
  • Power-folding third-row seat

Dislikes:

  • Ride isn't as smooth as car-based crossovers
  • V-6 engine noise

Likes:

  • Towing capacity
  • Rich interior materials

Dislikes:

  • Inefficient, cramped cabin
  • Pickup-truck handling
  • Poor crash-test performance
  • Fuel efficiency
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