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Used
2012 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Denver, CO
3 matches
30 miles from 80238
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Est.
$400
/mo*
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Used
2012 Ford Explorer XLT
194,916 mi.
$7,998
Sprinkler Used Cars
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Dark Pearl Blue Metallic
Int. color: Medium Light Stone
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: P701
VIN: 1FMHK8D87CGA95823
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, Premium Sound System, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Safety:
Backup Camera, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
Sprinkler Used Cars review
A GREAT Dealership
This is a Very Pleasant and Trusting Family owned Dealership. They try hard to satisfy the customer's needs with the right vehicle. They have ALL the vehicles inspected and they are available with a Warranty included in the monthly payment. I have known this Family since the mid-nineties and done business with them all these years making the car buying experience FUN !
2012 Ford Explorer XLT review
Love it
We have owned a 2012 explorer since it was brand new. Lots of room for cargo. Lots of leg room Powerful We do routine oil changes on it Amd fix whatever needs tending to…..Our yearly to year and a half maintenance that needs doing is rear bushings that run about 350 The paint chipped on the front hood a few years back but no rust there yet. I am starting to notice a bit of rust starting down by driver door probably from salt from the roads in our Canadian winters. But it handles amazing on ice and snow (with winter tires of course). Driver door rear has started to unstitch. The original Headlights were phenomenal to see down our dark deer filled hiways. However we changed them out and they are not in comparison to what we had. We also just changed our brakes. For having 282+ KMs in it. I will be driving it until it drops
Used
2012 Ford Explorer Limited
151,852 mi.
$8,999
Auto Warehouse
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Ingot Silver Metallic
Int. color: Medium Light Stone
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: B10934
VIN: 1FMHK8F80CGA24959
Features
Convenience:
Adaptive Cruise Control, Cooled Seats, Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Keyless Start, Navigation System, Power Liftgate, Remote Start
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, HomeLink, Premium Sound System, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof, Tow Hitch
Safety:
Automatic Emergency Braking, Backup Camera, Blind Spot Monitor, Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Memory Seat, Third Row Seating
Reviews
Auto Warehouse review
Awsome guys
We have bought 3 cars from andrew and he coworker. These two are the best around. They take good care of their automobile’s and their buyers. We always go to them first and we will for a long while to come.
2012 Ford Explorer Limited review
Very Nice Vehicle
Ive owned a 2012 Ford Explorer Limited since 2014 and it’s been a very reliable vehicle for me and my family. The 3.5L V6 has a lot of get-up-and-go and it’s very comfortable.
Used
2012 Ford Explorer XLT
175,785 mi.
$8,998
Sprinkler Used Cars
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Dark Pearl Blue Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: P670
VIN: 1FMHK8D85CGA57068
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Safety:
Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
Sprinkler Used Cars review
I just want to thank sprinklers Auto for giving me a good
I just want to thank sprinklers Auto for giving me a good deal on a very fantastic vehicle chewy and the whole staff were wonderful
2012 Ford Explorer XLT review
2012 front suspension?????
It has been a very good car except a couple of times I have had a very hard time turning & now there is a popping in the front when turning the wheel especially backing up. I called Ford & they told me if I live on a dirt road that year is notorius for getting dirt up in the suspension. They said they could change it out & charge me several hundred dollars & I would be right back in next year with the same problem. However I am kinda worried about this & hauling my grandchildren & others around. I asked if they had that much problem why are they not recalled with a new part that doesn't do that??
There are 7 matching cars close to your year range.
Used
2013 Ford Explorer Base
163,785 mi.
$7,988
$2,000 price drop
The Sharpest Rides
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, engine with 290HP
Stock #: TWS68861
VIN: 1FM5K8B89DGA25733
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, Satellite Radio
Exterior:
Roof Rack, Tow Hitch, Tow Hooks
Safety:
Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating:
Third Row Seating
Used
2014 Ford Explorer Limited
124,012 mi.
$12,199
$1,091 price drop
John Elway Chevrolet - Broadway
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Ingot Silver Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: EGA14853
VIN: 1FM5K8F83EGA14853
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Keyless Start, Navigation System, Remote Start
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, HomeLink, Premium Sound System, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Safety:
Backup Camera, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Memory Seat, Third Row Seating
Used
2014 Ford Explorer Sport
81,883 mi.
$13,988
The Sharpest Rides
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Black
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-22
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: EcoBoost 3.5L V-6 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable valv
Stock #: S69041
VIN: 1FM5K8GT1EGB36467
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Navigation System
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, Premium Sound System, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Safety:
Backup Camera, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Third Row Seating
Used
2014 Ford Explorer Sport
101,151 mi.
$13,599
AutoNation Ford Arapahoe
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Ingot Silver Metallic
Int. color: Charcoal Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-22
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: EcoBoost 3.5L V-6 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable valv
Stock #: EGB28346
VIN: 1FM5K8GT4EGB28346
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Navigation System
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Backup Camera, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Third Row Seating
Used
2013 Ford Explorer XLT
118,774 mi.
$11,988
The Sharpest Rides
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Gold
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: S67990
VIN: 1FM5K8D89DGC16646
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Navigation System
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio, WiFi Hotspot
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack, Tow Hooks
Safety:
Backup Camera, Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Third Row Seating
Used
2013 Ford Explorer Limited
151,925 mi.
$8,899
$600 price drop
Valley Mitsubishi Longmont
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Ruby Red Metallic
Int. color: Charcoal Black
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V6 24V MPFI DOHC
Stock #: LEA81273L
VIN: 1FM5K8F88DGA04317
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Remote Start
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, HomeLink, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Safety:
Backup Camera, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats, Memory Seat, Third Row Seating
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Used
2013 Ford Explorer XLT
86,672 mi.
$11,988
Family Trucks and Vans
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Drivetrain: Four-wheel Drive
MPG:
16-22
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.5L V-6 DOHC, variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine
Stock #: B51654
VIN: 1FM5K8D82DGB89452
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Safety:
Stability Control
Seating:
Third Row Seating
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|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Explorer | $55,463 | |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $50,210 | 8 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $33,995 | 15 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $32,171 | 20 Good deals |
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| 2018 Ford Explorer | $19,171 | 11 Good deals |
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About the 2012 Ford Explorer
Base shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 7
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 20
- Transmission
- 6-Speed A/T
- Engine
- 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2012 Ford Explorer cost?
The 2012 Ford Explorer price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2012 Explorer is $7,814, with pricing starting at $3,300.
What is the MPG of the 2012 Ford Explorer?
The 2012 Ford Explorer offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 20 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Ford Explorer?
The 2012 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2012 Ford Explorer reliable?
The 2012 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Explorer owners.
Is the 2012 Ford Explorer a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2012 Ford Explorer.
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.1
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.9
76% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.1
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.9
Base (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4WD 4dr Base | FWD 4dr Base |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $30,280 | Starting at $28,280 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 19 | 20 |
| Engine | |
| 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Limited (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| FWD 4dr Limited | 4WD 4dr Limited |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $37,855 | Starting at $39,855 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 20 | 19 |
| Engine | |
| 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4WD 4dr XLT | FWD 4dr XLT |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $34,095 | Starting at $32,095 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 19 | 20 |
| Engine | |
| 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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