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Explorers are just plain garbage. So many horror stories about Fords, stay far far away!

There can be no doubt that the Trooper is by far and away the best choice. Reliable like nothing else. My old 1989 was parked outside for most of the time I owned it, and would still start (without being plugged in) when it was -30. Yes, you read that right.
Also, a Trooper gives you the cachet of driving something that not every soccer mom out there has.

I know Troopers are harder to find, but it's worth it, my friend! Good Luck!

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We don't need brand-bashing.
The fact that an 89 Trooper started at -30 says more about the battery than the car.
Plenty of soccer moms drive Troopers.
They are not at all hard to find.
Your argument has no merit.