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 Comments

 Favorite feature:

Comfortable seats with 10 way power and heat

 Least favorite feature:

Door pulll and door opening handles are designed by idiots and put in the least accessible spots

 Advice to buyer:

Think about the poor fuel economy if you have any concerns about the price of gas!

 Detailed review:

Slight stumble on initial cold drive off. Fuel economy fair to poor in city (12 mpg) and sub-par on Hwy (17). However, this is a sweet vehicle to drive. Very comfortable and handles well for a relatively large vehicle. Gripes - turn signal/wiper stalk is way too high to reach. Idiotic placement of door unlock and door pull handles make for problems when trying to catch a door that suddenly swings open. Dash is too flat, reflects on windshield. Other than that I'm really enjoying this SUV.

 Also considered:

2006 Ford Escape Hybrid
2006 Lexus RX
2006 Toyota Highlander

 Vehicle purchased:

2006 Ford Explorer

 About This Reviewer...

 Name:

Marvin Z

 Email address:

mzwerin@prodigy.net

 Location:

San Rafael, California

 Other vehicles owned:

2002 BMW 530
2002 BMW 330

 Review submitted:

January 30, 2006


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