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AutoWeek, November, 2005
2006 Ford Explorer Limited Date in fleet: Sept. 16-30 As-tested price: $45,125 Powertrain: 4.6-liter V8; 4wd, six-speed automatic Output: 292 hp @ 5750 rpm, 300 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm Curb weight: 4777 lbs Fuel mileage (EPA combined/AW observed): 16.18 mpg/14.27 mpg ROCA: The Explorer has some bizarre ergonomics.
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The turn-signal stalk is mounted too high, so it's not an automatic reach. Door handles are novel-looking and easy enough to use, but the pull to close the door is in a weird spot and not easy to grab hold of. The door panels look cool, but I'm not impressed with different ...
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