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Used
2018 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Bethesda, MD
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2018 Ford Explorer Base
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Outstanding service and knowledge by Chris Romero.
Outstanding service and knowledge by Chris Romero. Coming from Ocean City, Md. Well worth the trip.
Highly recommend buying a used 2018 Explorer
This is my fourth Explorer. I decided in 2018 to order the top-of-the-line Platinum. This vehicle has all the bells and whistles for a person that wants the luxury of one of Fords top models. It has Platinum leather seats that are very comfortable. If you can find today, buy it. It has the 3.5L V6 that has great power on acceleration. You can only buy a V6 now on the 2025 Explorer ST which is a 3.0L. The cost is around $60,000 Loaded.






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2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Jack was the service rep that I dealt with for this
Jack was the service rep that I dealt with for this appointment. His service was top notch and very helpful. He communicated with me every step of the way. Will be happy to use Jack as my service rep in the future.
3rd row seat folding mechanism
Love this car overall but I have only one complaint. I was putting some boxes in the rear of the car and one of the boxes must have touched the the rear seat folding mechanism as all of a sudden it tried to unfold the seats. If my grandchildren had been sitting there strapped in I hate to think what may have happened!! Wish you had coverage over the mechanism so this wouldn’t happen.






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2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Things went pretty smoothly.
Things went pretty smoothly. Great sales person. Real good experience. Great assortment of vehicles and trucks.
My dream car
This is my 4th Ford Explorer over the last 20 years and I am very happy. Every time I upgrade is nicer in every aspect. I am glad that after so many people telling me to just go to another style and company, I made the right decision.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Incredible Experience
Edward W. was an incredible salesperson. He was kind, and truly showed concern for me as a customer and making sure that I was happy before I left the lot. He was honest with me when I asked questions, and did not take advantage of me, even though he had the power to do so. I highly recommend this dealership for your automotive needs.
Very good car, durable and trustworthy
Love the inside room, 3rd row seat and the fact that the 2nd and 3rd row can be collapsed. Love the rear camera and all of the functions of being able to bring my phone apps up on the screen. So good for our very busy, on the go lifestyle






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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"Excellent dealership experience!
"Excellent dealership experience! They made the process smooth and hassle-free. Great customer service and fair pricing. Highly recommend!"
100% in love with my Explorer!
I’m absolutely in love with my 2018 Ford Explorer XLT! It’s exterior appearance is eye catching and the inside is so nice. Lots of room and meets all the needs for me and my family!






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A good experience
Overall, I had a good experience with Auto Expo. I scheduled a test drive the day prior, and they had the car waiting out front for me when I got there. After the test drive, I was allowed to make a thorough inspection of the car and Abraham answered all of my questions and critiques on the car. I pointed out some issues with the car--for example, the trunk cargo mat was gone--and they proceeded to fix the issues where possible. The lot and the office are both small and cramped. Parking and moving around felt a bit awkward, and there was clutter that needs to go. In the end though, that's not a big deal though, as I care most about the car and the price I'm paying for it. Speaking of price, negotiations with Auto Expo were the most cordial of the places I visited that day, which was appreciated given how all negotiations are at least a little bit awkward. Again, I had a positive experience.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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What a pleasant experience.
What a pleasant experience. My first time financing a vehicle. When going to initially look at the vehicle, I discovered a few issues. Obviously no used car is going to be perfect, nor was I expecting it to be. They told me to come back the next day and the issues would be fixed. I came back and they did in fact fix the car. They are willing to and have went above and beyond.






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2018 Ford Explorer Sport
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I visited Sheehy Hyundai of Chantilly for service on my
I visited Sheehy Hyundai of Chantilly for service on my 2023 Tucson. It was easy to get an appointment. I was received in the service area quickly and informed of the service I would receive. I was notified of the progress of my service and other recommendations via text. The Service Technician was efficient and knowledgeable. It was a great experience.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Nelson is the most wonderful salesman’s great work great
Nelson is the most wonderful salesman’s great work great dealership everyone so nice this is our 5th car with them !!






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Desmond was extremely helpful and patient assisting us
Desmond was extremely helpful and patient assisting us find the right car and making the process painless.






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2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Good experience, communication throughout the process.
Good experience, communication throughout the process. Highly recommend and will continue my service needs here at the dealership, Koons Baltimore Ford



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2018 Ford Explorer Sport
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Excellent experience at Pohanka Acura
We just purchased a new Acura Integra from Yong Kim at Pohanka Acura. This is the second Acura we purchased from Yong because he goes out of his way to make it an A+ overall experience. We really enjoyed catching up with Yong since the previous Acura purchase a few years ago. Yong provides excellent communication, straightforward pricing and no pressure. We also had the pleasure of working with Shahbaz Butt in the finance department. It was a very efficient process. We highly recommend Pohanka Acura and wouldn't go anywhere else.






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2018 Ford Explorer Sport
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Excellent service at Koons Ford Sterling in Virginia to
Excellent service at Koons Ford Sterling in Virginia to diagnose and repair a malfunctioning Automatic window mechanism. Techicians repaired the window, but took time to double check to make sure everything was fixed, and discovered a further problem that required a more extensive repair that solved the problem. Customer service representative Andrew expertly and courtesly handled the transaction both from in-take of my Explorer to the final resolution. Final bill for all services even came in slightly under the initial estimate. Excellent experience and I will continue to rely on Koons Sterling.






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2018 Ford Explorer Sport
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I live some distance from the dealership, and they picked
I live some distance from the dealership, and they picked up my car and brought it back after service. They did the work I asked for - without upselling - and got it done in a timely way. The pre-repair inspection of common areas of concern like battery posts and tire tread was videoed, and provided before the service rep call to get my agreement to proposed work. All the staff I encountered in person or on the phone were polite and capable. I have been driving cars since 1955, and this was the easiest, least stressful, service experience I have had.






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2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Quality Customer Service
Easy to work with and friendly. I am so happy that I chose Leesburg Auto Finance and would recommend to others as well. Overall great experience.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Jay was great.
Jay was great. They helped me every step of the way. I appreciate everything they did for me






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Excellent customer service😊
Service dept. did an excellent job! especially from Ms. Lara Stauff she was very responsive when i had a question. Staffs are friendly and professionals. Highly recommended.






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2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Good Experience for an out of State Buyer
Out of state buyer, so I had the BMW I was interested in sent to the BMW Dealership for a full inspection. They dropped of car as well as picked it up after the inspection. As you would expect the dealership was able to find some concerns. Tony and his team went out of their way to start fixing the issues. During this process I decided to go a different direction and not purchase the car. Tony was very gracious and said he would work on refunding my deposit immediately and hoped we could work together in the future.






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2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Salesperson was very helpful on the phone and followed
Salesperson was very helpful on the phone and followed with a text message, I will continue to check Their email.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Exceptional service and attention.
Exceptional service and attention. It was my first time buying a car in DC and I was quite far away from the dealership, notwithstanding, Mohammad came to get me and made the whole process seamless and streamlined. Great attention from everyone at the dealership. The car is exactly what I needed.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $35,091 | 3 Good deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $27,900 | 5 Great deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $24,850 | 31 Good deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $15,450 | 53 Good deals |
2021 Ford Explorer | $19,000 | 17 Good deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $18,890 | 8 Great deals |
2019 Ford Explorer | $14,289 | 6 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $9,995 | 10 Great deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $7,750 | 11 Great deals |
About the 2018 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 2018 Ford Explorer cost?
The 2018 Ford Explorer price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2018 Explorer is $17,853, with pricing starting at $6,000.
What is the MPG of the 2018 Ford Explorer?
The 2018 Ford Explorer offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 24 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 2018 Ford Explorer?
The 2018 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2018 Ford Explorer reliable?
The 2018 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Explorer owners.
Is the 2018 Ford Explorer a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2018 Ford Explorer.
- Comfort 4.9
- Interior 4.8
- Performance 4.8
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 4.8
- Reliability 4.8
97% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.9
- Interior 4.8
- Performance 4.8
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 4.8
- Reliability 4.8
Base (2 styles)
Limited (2 styles)
Style | |
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Limited FWD | Limited 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $42,090 | Starting at $44,240 |
Combined MPG | |
22 | 21 |
Engine | |
290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 290.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Platinum (1 style)
Style |
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Platinum 4WD |
Inventory price |
Starting at $53,940 |
Combined MPG |
18 |
Engine |
365.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Sport (1 style)
Style |
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Sport 4WD |
Inventory price |
Starting at $45,950 |
Combined MPG |
18 |
Engine |
365.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (2 styles)
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