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Used
2012 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Laconia, NH
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
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Edgar my service rep was awesome!
Edgar my service rep was awesome! Very personable and knowledgeable! Keep up the good work!
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






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I recently bought a used car from Avon Auto Brokers in
I recently bought a used car from Avon Auto Brokers in Brockton, MA and had the best experience thanks to Robert Resende! He was incredibly nice and went above and beyond to accommodate my needs and made sure the car was in top shape prior to the pickup. He fixed and replaced anything that the car needed without being asked. The vehicle was in mint condition inside and out. He even noticed a crack in the windshield that was not apparent and had it replaced. New tires, brakes, oil change... you name it he had it done! He made the experience of purchasing a used vehicle easy and painless! I would highly recommend Robert Resende to anyone looking to buy a car!
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.






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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
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We use them for all our service needs for our G37
We use them for all our service needs for our G37 (awesome, fun car by the way). Super professional, helpful, and understanding. I’ve always had a great experience and Harvey is awesome. Thanks for always keeping us with a tip top car, y’all rock!
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??






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Most reliable car I know . Great for family
Meets all my needs. I love this car,has a lot space !! We are a family of 5!! Cheap on gas. Easy to drive this is my best car I have on my whole life






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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
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They responded to my questions right away and followed up
They responded to my questions right away and followed up with. When did I want to test drive? The vehicle I did change my mind about the car and informed them of my decision so they were just fine. Thank you very much.
Does what it needs to do
This car is great if you're moving a lot of people or cargo. It's a great towing machine (I towed campers and boats with it, never had a problem) and comfortably seats 7. It may not be as "manly" looking as a huge pickup, but it's a practical choice. If you're looking for a affordable car to put your whole family while towing the boat to the lake, this is the one for you.






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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I just purchased a SUV here and the staff were great no
I just purchased a SUV here and the staff were great no pressure. I love the new vehicle I bought, and it just passed state inspection with no issues Thanks






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Great service friendly salesman and hope to purchase from
Great service friendly salesman and hope to purchase from them again in the near w






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2012 Ford Explorer Base
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Such a nice team to work with!
Such a nice team to work with! Very helpful. Totally recommended. Check them out a






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great experience at Smart Toyota!
Great experience at Smart Toyota! Matt S was excellent to work with. Would shop again and highly recommend!






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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
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Everybody I met and dealt with was very friendly and
Everybody I met and dealt with was very friendly and courteous. Went out of their way to help make it a pleasurable experience, fast easy and I?d buy from them as well as recommend them to others






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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This place is great to get a car.
This place is great to get a car. Very reasonable prices and the service was exceptional






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Mike Is Great!
OMG the journey through the current used car climate has been horrendous. & I’ll be frank. Throughout the countless sleepless stressful hours of internet trolling Mike came up repeatedly & when I pounced on the just arrived beauty gracing my driveway I can’t tell you what a brilliant experience it was to work efficient coherent & honest with a real human. Mike is great & so are his cars. My life partner is a licensed foreign car mechanic & he gave him the thumbs up. I will send everyone I know to Mike. He is the real thing. Thank You Mike!!!






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Great experience, love my purchase, and honest seller.
Great experience, love my purchase, and honest seller. I’m happy with this transaction. I do recommend.






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2012 Ford Explorer Base
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2007 Mark LT
Mark provided excellent pricing and shipping. For a 13 year old truck, excellent condition. Price was several thousand under other comparable trucks. Small minor issues disclosed, truck runs great and I am pleased.






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Chris was great.
Chris was great. Honest and accommodating. He stayed late to help get paperwork done and was easy, not pushy at all. Although, the check wngine light did come on during the drive home, it was expected and discussed ahead of time as they were able to work on the price with me a little. Would do business with Supreme Auto again.






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great experience!
I just purchased a vehicle today from Baldwin Auto Sales. Don was very helpful, professional and a pleasure to work with. The vehicle was in great position, the purchase process smooth, the facilities clean and orderly and the service was very pleasant. As we walked out the door with our keys, the owner came out to wish us well which was super nice. I highly recommend Baldwin to anyone looking for great condition used vehicles and I sincerely wish them the best with their business!!






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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
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Me and my son went down to get his first car and
Me and my son went down to get his first car and everything went great! Ahmad even gave us a good deal! would, overall GREAT dealership!






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Very kind people and professional stuff!
Very kind people and professional stuff! Great cars and great deals very clean cars! Definitely bringing my business back here






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Great company
We had a great experience with this company. Brenda was very professional and did a wonderful job yet she was very personable as well. What a great lady to work with.






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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Average price | Deals |
---|---|---|
2026 Ford Explorer | $52,303 | |
2025 Ford Explorer | $49,708 | |
2020 Ford Explorer | $24,400 | 9 Good deals |
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 $8,162, 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?
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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.
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.1
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.9
76% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.1
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.9
Base (2 styles)
Style | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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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