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2007 Ford Explorer Safety Review

December 20, 2008

SAFETY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

front, front-side, and Safety Canopy head-curtain airbags that cover all rows of seats are likewise standard
ForbesAutos

stability control and antilock brakes come standard
Edmunds

While taller vehicles such as the Explorer introduce more concerns regarding rollover, buyers can rest assured that the 2007 Ford Explorer comes with a number of features to reduce the chances of an accident, as well as to supplement protection in the event of a collision.

ForbesAutos is a fan of Ford's "AdvanceTrak stability control system," which helps prevent the loss of control on slippery roads or quick maneuvers. They also say “four-wheel antilock disc brakes with electronic brake distribution and electronic brake assist are standard for sure stopping abilities." Edmunds points out "stability control and antilock brakes come standard."

The editors at ConsumerGuide note standard front side airbags, while curtain side airbags "cover the 1st and 2nd seating rows and include rollover deployment," they say. The 2007 Ford Explorer offers standard ABS, plus traction and anti-skid control. ForbesAutos also notes that "front, front-side, and Safety Canopy head-curtain airbags that cover all rows of seats are likewise standard."

In crash tests, the 2007 Ford Explorer performs well, but doesn't garner the top marks frequently garnered by vehicles this big and heavy. From the IIHS, the Explorer receives a "good" in the frontal offset test, but only an "Acceptable" for the side-impact test. At the NHTSA, the scores for frontal and side impact are all five stars, but rollover resistance is only awarded a three-star rating.

Conclusion

The 2007 Ford Explorer isn't perfect in terms of safety, but TheCarConnection.com's editors appreciate that Ford has made some of the best safety features standard.

SAFETY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:front, front-side, and Safety Canopy head-curtain airbags that cover all rows of seats are likewise standardForbesAutosstability control and antilock brakes come standardEdmunds While taller vehicles such as the Explorer introduce more concerns regarding rollover, buyers can rest assured that the 2007 Ford Explorer comes with a number of features to reduce the chances of an accident, as well as to supplement protection in the event of a collision. ForbesAutos is a fan of Ford's "AdvanceTrak stability control system," which helps prevent the loss of control on slippery roads or quick maneuvers. They also say “four-wheel antilock disc brakes with electronic brake distribution and electronic brake assist are standard for sure stopping abilities." Edmunds points out "stability control and antilock brakes come standard." The editors at ConsumerGuide note standard front side airbags, while curtain side airbags "cover the 1st and 2nd seating rows and include rollover deployment," they say. The 2007 Ford Explorer offers standard ABS, plus traction and anti-skid control. ForbesAutos also notes that "front, front-side, and Safety Canopy head-curtain airbags that cover all rows of seats are likewise standard." In crash tests, the 2007 Ford Explorer performs well, but doesn't garner the top marks frequently garnered by vehicles this big and heavy. From the IIHS, the Explorer receives a "good" in the frontal offset test, but only an "Acceptable" for the side-impact test. At the NHTSA, the scores for frontal and side impact are all five stars, but rollover resistance is only awarded a three-star rating. ConclusionThe 2007 Ford Explorer isn't perfect in terms of safety, but TheCarConnection.com's editors appreciate that Ford has made some of the best safety features standard. 2007 FORD EXPLORER STYLING | [8 out of 10] Edmunds: "more style than a station wagon or minivan" ForbesAutos: "Handsomely styled inside and out" Kelley Blue Book: "Interior sports more angular styling" TheCarConnection.com notes that the styling of the 2007 Ford Explorer is clean ...

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Other Choices:

If the key elements you want from an SUV are toughness and power, the 2007 Ford Explorer is probably the best way to go. The Grand Cherokee, Pathfinder, and 4Runner are all better choices if off-roading is a priority, but all three rivals aren’t as roomy inside, in terms of usable space, as the Explorer. In general, the Explorer also tops GM offerings such as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer or the GMC Envoy, which haven't received much of an overhaul since they were first introduced.

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