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2005 Ford Explorer SPORT UTILITY 4-DR XLT 4.6L 4WD
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- Heritage Motors
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1531 North Pinal Avenue
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
- Sales: 520-836-4795
Vehicle Information
VIN:
1FMDU73W95ZA77415
Stock #:
3R24107
Model Code:
U73
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Body Style 4 Door -
Exterior Color Silver Birch Metalli
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Mileage 192,610
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City/Highway 14/18 MPG -
Engine 4.6L V8 SOHC 16V -
Transmission Automatic -
Fuel Type Gasoline
Highlighted Features
Feature availability subject to final vehicle configuration. Please reference window sticker for more info.
- 4WD/AWD
- Keyless Entry
Dealer Comments
2005 Ford Explorer XLT Used Ford SUV for Sale in Casa Grande| AZ
Looking for a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT for sale in Casa Grande| Arizona? Heritage Motors has this used Ford Explorer available for shoppers who want a traditional midsize SUV with practical passenger space| everyday versatility| and the familiar styling of one of Ford's most recognizable SUV nameplates.
The 2005 Ford Explorer XLT is worth considering for families| commuters| first-time SUV buyers| and drivers looking for an affordable used SUV without the expense of purchasing a newer model.
Whether you're shopping for a used Ford Explorer near Maricopa| Chandler| Gilbert| Queen Creek| Phoenix| or Tucson| Heritage Motors in Casa Grande is a convenient place to start.
Why Choose a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT?
The Ford Explorer has been a familiar choice among American SUV shoppers for decades.
The 2005 model belongs to the Explorer's third generation| which features a traditional body-on-frame SUV design.
For buyers who prefer the styling and construction of an older-generation SUV| the Explorer offers a different experience from many modern compact crossovers.
The Explorer XLT is worth considering for drivers who want a vehicle for everyday transportation| family responsibilities| shopping| travel| and recreational activities.
What Does XLT Mean on a 2005 Ford Explorer?
XLT is a factory trim level offered on the 2005 Ford Explorer.
It identifies a specific version of the Explorer within Ford's model lineup.
The XLT trim is a familiar designation across Ford's trucks and SUVs| including the Explorer and F-150.
If you're specifically searching for a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT| this vehicle matches that model and trim designation.
For buyers comparing used Explorers| the XLT is worth considering alongside other trim levels based on price| individual vehicle condition| and personal preferences.
Is the 2005 Ford Explorer a Midsize SUV?
Yes. The 2005 Ford Explorer is a midsize SUV.
It offers a larger traditional SUV platform than compact crossovers such as the Ford Escape.
For buyers who want an SUV without moving into a full-size Ford Expedition| the Explorer occupies a practical middle ground.
Its enclosed rear cargo area and passenger-focused design make it useful for a variety of everyday transportation needs.
Whether you're commuting| shopping| traveling| or transporting personal belongings| a midsize SUV can offer flexibility that appeals to many drivers.
A Practical SUV for Arizona Families
For households that want more versatility than a traditional sedan| a midsize SUV can be an appealing choice.
The Ford Explorer offers a vehicle style suited to family errands| school activities| appointments| shopping| and weekend travel.
It may also appeal to households that need an additional vehicle for everyday transportation.
If you're shopping for an affordable used family SUV in Casa Grande or Pinal County| the 2005 Ford Explorer XLT is worth considering.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford Escape: What's the Difference?
One common question from Ford SUV shoppers is whether they should choose an Explorer or Escape.
The biggest difference is vehicle size and design.
The Ford Explorer is a midsize SUV| while the Ford Escape is a compact SUV.
The 2005 Explorer also uses a traditional body-on-frame design| distinguishing it from the Escape's crossover-style construction.
For buyers who prefer a larger| traditional SUV| the Explorer may be the more appealing choice.
For those who want a smaller vehicle primarily for commuting and everyday errands| the Escape is another option.
The right choice depends on your transportation needs and budget.
An Affordable SUV for Commuting and Everyday Driving
Arizona drivers often need vehicles that can handle a variety of responsibilities.
Many residents commute between Casa Grande| Maricopa| Chandler| Gilbert| Mesa| Queen Creek| and Phoenix for work| school| and daily activities.
Others regularly travel between Casa Grande| Coolidge| Eloy| Florence| and Arizona City.
For buyers who prefer driving an SUV| the Ford Explorer offers a traditional midsize option for these everyday transportation needs.
Whether you're replacing an older vehicle or adding another SUV to the household| this Explorer deserves consideration.
Why Buy a Used 2005 Ford Explorer?
Shopping for an older used SUV can make financial sense for buyers who want to explore more affordable purchase options.
Newer SUVs can come with significant purchase prices and monthly payments.
An older used model gives shoppers access to a different price range while still allowing them to consider familiar brands and vehicle types.
At Heritage Motors| we welcome good and excellent-credit buyers who intentionally purchase affordable used vehicles because they'd rather keep more money available for savings| housing| business| family expenses| and other priorities.
For buyers establishing or rebuilding credit| managing transportation expenses can be equally important.
The goal is to find a vehicle that fits your needs and financial situation.
Ford Explorer vs. Other Used Midsize SUVs
If you're shopping for a used midsize SUV| you may also be comparing vehicles such as the Chevrolet TrailBlazer| GMC Envoy| Dodge Durango| Jeep Grand Cherokee| Nissan Pathfinder| or Toyota 4Runner.
These vehicles offer different approaches to SUV design| passenger transportation| and everyday versatility.
The Ford Explorer remains a recognizable option for buyers who prefer a traditional American midsize SUV.
When evaluating any older used vehicle| consider its individual condition| equipment| price| and suitability for your intended use.
If a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT is already on your shopping list| come see this vehicle at Heritage Motors.
Financing for Good Credit| Bad Credit| No Credit| and More
Heritage Motors works with buyers across a wide range of credit situations| including good credit| excellent credit| bad credit| no credit| previous repossessions| first-time buyers| fixed-income customers| self-employed buyers| and other credit challenges.
Our Buy Here Pay Here experience provides another path to vehicle ownership when traditional auto financing isn't the right fit.
If you've been searching for Ford Explorer financing in Casa Grande| bad credit SUV financing in Pinal County| Buy Here Pay Here SUVs near Maricopa| first-time buyer financing| financing after a repossession| or affordable used Ford SUVs with financing options in Arizona| talk with the Heritage Motors team.
Financing availability and terms depend on individual qualifications and the vehicle.
Used Ford Explorer Near Casa Grande| Maricopa| Chandler| and Phoenix
Heritage Motors is located in Casa Grande| Arizona| serving used-SUV shoppers throughout Pinal County and Central Arizona.
We welcome customers from Maricopa| Coolidge| Eloy| Florence| Arizona City| San Tan Valley| Queen Creek| Chandler| Gilbert| Mesa| Tempe| Scottsdale| Phoenix| Marana| and Tucson.
If you're searching for a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT for sale in Casa Grande| an affordable used Ford SUV near Maricopa| a used midsize SUV near Chandler or Gilbert| or a Ford Explorer with financing options in Pinal County| come see this Explorer at Heritage Motors.
Come See This 2005 Ford Explorer XLT at Heritage Motors
If you're looking for a traditional midsize Ford SUV with everyday versatility| familiar Explorer styling| and an affordable alternative to purchasing a newer vehicle| this 2005 Ford Explorer XLT deserves a closer look.
Visit Heritage Motors in Casa Grande to see the vehicle in person| discuss your transportation needs| and explore available purchase and financing options.
Heritage Motors
1531 N Pinal Ave
Casa Grande| AZ 85122
520-836-4795
Good Cars. Good Payments. Good People.
All Features
- Control-Trac part-time 4WD transfer case
- 3.55 axle ratio
- AdvanceTrac w/roll stability control
- 4-wheel drive
- 72 amp maintenance-free battery w/battery saver feature
- Class II trailer towing w/receiver hitch-inc: 3500# capacity, 4-pin connector
- 4-Wheel independent suspension
- P235/70R16 all-season OWL tires
- Full-size spare tire w/steel wheel, underbody mount
- 16" painted cast aluminum wheels
- Pwr rack & pinion steering
- Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
- Brake/shift interlock
- 22.5 gallon fuel tank
- Black roof rails
- Painted monochromatic body color front/rear bumpers
- Body color body-side moldings
- Chrome egg crate design grille
- Projector halogen beam reflector headlamps
- Fog lamps
- Black folding pwr mirrors w/approach lamps
- Solar-tinted glass-inc: windshield, front door glass
- Privacy glass-inc: rear door/rear quarter/liftgate glass
- Speed-sensitive dual intermittent front wipers
- Dual intermittent rear wiper/washer
- One-piece liftgate w/pop-up flip glass
- Exterior liftgate release switch
- Black door handles
- Security approach lamps
- 5-passenger seating
- Cloth low-back front sport bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints, 6-way pwr driver seat, manual driver/front passenger lumbar support
- 60/40 split-folding 2nd row seat w/head restraints
- High-series floor console-inc: storage bin, (2) front & (2) rear cup holders, front & rear pwr points, coin holder, tissue/map holder, molded mat w/pencil holder, heat vents/AC registers
- Color keyed front/rear carpeted floor mats
- Color keyed plastic scuff plates on all doors & liftgate
- Black leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Tilt steering column
- Outside temp display & compass
- Message center
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Pwr windows-inc: "one-touch-down" driver window
- Pwr door locks w/cargo area lock/unlock button
- Speed control w/fingertip control, tap-up/tap-down feature
- Remote keyless entry-inc: 2 key fobs, 2-stage unlocking, autolock, liftgate glass release
- Securilock/immobilizer passive anti-theft system
- Air conditioning
- Rear window defroster
- AM/FM stereo w/CD-inc clock, 4-speakers, 60-watts
- Illuminated glove box
- Warm steel accent door trim spears/instrument panel
- Overhead console-inc: two map lamps, ticket clip, sunglass holder, garage door opener bin
- Color keyed cloth sunvisors w/illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- (2) front/rear pwr points
- (3) grab handles
- (4) color keyed coat hooks
- Center dome lamp w/1st row map lights
- Illuminated entry
- Cargo area dome light
- (4) load floor tie-down hooks
- Cargo management system
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
- Personal Safety System-inc: dual stage front air bags, safety belt pretensioners/energy management retractors/usage sensors, driver's seat position sensor, crash severity sensor, restraint control module
- Driver & front passenger "Second Generation" airbags w/theft deterrent
- 1st/2nd row 3-point safety belts all seating positions w/outboard height adjustment
- BeltMinder feature
- Child safety rear door locks
- Rear child seat tether anchor brackets
- AdvanceTrac w/roll stability control
- Fuel pump inertia shutoff switch
- Front "crumple zones"
- Side intrusion door beams
4.6L SOHC V8 ENGINE
- (STD)
- Rear Door Type: Liftgate
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 14
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 18
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 650
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 130
- Maximum Alternator Watts: 1950
- Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 18.5
- Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs): 2800
- Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs): 3325
- Curb Weight - Front (lbs): 2365
- Curb Weight - Rear (lbs): 2090
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs): 5984
- Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs): 8000
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3400
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 340
- Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): N/A
- Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): N/A
- Suspension Type - Front: Coil spring
- Suspension Type - Rear: Coil spring
- Spring Capacity - Front (lbs): 1885
- Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs): 1940
- Axle Type - Front: Ford SLA
- Axle Type - Rear: Ford SLA
- Axle Capacity - Front (lbs): 2800
- Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs): 3600
- Axle Ratio (:1) - Front: 3.55
- Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear: 3.55
- Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): 32.0
- Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): 32.0
- Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 1.34
- Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.77
- Brake Type: Pwr
- Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
- Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.0 x 0.37
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.9 x 0.37
- Front Tire Order Code: T53
- Rear Tire Order Code: T53
- Spare Tire Order Code: T53
- Front Tire Size: P235/70R16
- Rear Tire Size: P235/70R16
- Spare Tire Size: P235/70R16
- Front Tire Capacity (lbs): 1460
- Rear Tire Capacity (lbs): 1460
- Spare Tire Capacity (lbs): 1460
- Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front: 720
- Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear: 720
- Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare: 720
- Front Wheel Size (in): 16 x 7
- Rear Wheel Size (in): 16 x 7
- Spare Wheel Size (in): 16 x 7
- Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Spare Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Steering Type: Power Rack & Pinion
- Steering Ratio (:1), On Center: 17
- Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock: 17
- Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.8
- Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): 38.4
- Frame Type: Boxed
- Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 22.5
- Fuel Tank Location: Midship
- Wheelbase (in): 113.8
- Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in): 189.5
- Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.1
- Height, Overall (in): 71.4
- Overhang, Front (in): 44.1
- Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in): 37.6
- Ground to Top of Load Floor (in): 31.3
- Ground Clearance, Front (in): 8.5
- Ground Clearance, Rear (in): 8.5
- Rear Door Opening Height (in): 33.6
- Rear Door Opening Width (in): 48.3
- Step Up Height - Front (in): - TBD -
- Step Up Height - Side (in): - TBD -
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in): - TBD -
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 76.0
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 41.4
- Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
- Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 45.4
- Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
- Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 86.2
- Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 48.6
- Passenger Capacity: 5
- Front Head Room (in): 39.9
- Front Leg Room (in): 42.4
- Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
- Front Hip Room (in): 55.0
- Second Head Room (in): 38.9
- Second Leg Room (in): 35.9
- Second Shoulder Room (in): 58.9
- Second Hip Room (in): 54.2
- Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
- Body Style: 4 Door
- Body Code: 114" WB
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