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Used
2018 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Hopkins, MN
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Used
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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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 XLT
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Shopping for a GMC Yukon
This was my 1st experience with CarMax and I have absolutely nothing but WONDERFUL things to say about the entire process. Everyone that I dealt with, throughout the entire process had amazing attitudes and willing to help in any way possible. I truly felt like everyone enjoyed their jobs and their main goal was to make sure all their customers got into the vehicle that they truly wanted. I can't thank this team enough, for making our Yukon purchase as smooth as it was!
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 Platinum
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Sold my car
Sold my car recently and gave me a very fair price. Over book value and more than twice what the nearby dealership offered. Good place to sell.
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.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer Limited
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Knowledgeable sales people not pushy.
Knowledgeable sales people not pushy. Worked with me on my trade in. Great rate on my financing. Would buy from this dealership in the future.
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






Used
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Wonderful experience.
Wonderful experience. Very friendly folks at this small family owned business. Buy local. Buy small business.
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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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Mark sold me the vehicle and Devon handled the financing.
Mark sold me the vehicle and Devon handled the financing... both went above and beyond to get me in the vehicle I wanted. Good at discussing my options.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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SF Minneapolis Minnesota Used SUV Purchaser
Purchased a 2008 Cadillac SRX and everything went super smooth. No pressure to buy warranty or anything else. Recently I received a check in the mail for accidental overcharges, I was none the wiser on that. Beware of the trolls that trash this dealership they are super honest.






Ford Certified
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great experience, Hunter was great.
Great experience, Hunter was great. Very happy with my car and the service I got.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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I had a great experience with Nathan Hadler when I came
I had a great experience with Nathan Hadler when I came in to test drive a vehicle. He took his time to answer my questions and understood I was just starting my car research and was not ready to buy. He listened to what I wanted and did not try to convince me otherwise. He genuinely cared about helping me make the right decision for me which was evident in the follow up email he sent me.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Beautiful vehicle!
Beautiful vehicle! Excellent experience at New Brighton Ford. My 4th vehicle I purchased here. Never disappoint ed.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Positive experience
Morrie's treated me well. They let me test drive with an associate. Overall good experience viewing the car. Buying prices was smooth. Made sure I had the best rate.






Ford Certified
2018 Ford Explorer sport
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Pleasant buying experience of a used vehicle.
Pleasant buying experience of a used vehicle. I was treated courteously and respectfully, and received no high-pressure sales pitches. A minor problem was taken care of quickly at no cost to me.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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owner
very good sales person was very personable and knowledgeable . The purchase was as smooth as silk.






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Kudos
Salespeople were knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. Prices were reasonable, competitive and the salesperson was not pushy. My overall experience was very good. 2 thumbs up 👆!






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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Bought a 2010 Mustang today!
Bought a 2010 Mustang today! Steve and the staff treated us well. Went smooth and even saw some friends of mine from Eden Prairie there also! Would buy again! Thank you!






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2018 Ford Explorer sport
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The entire sales process and delivery was seamless.
The entire sales process and delivery was seamless. The no pressure environment and one price was greatly appreciated.The entire team was engaging and professional.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
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Everyone at this dealership was very helpful during the
Everyone at this dealership was very helpful during the purchase of my new vehicle. They were able to answer all of our questions.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
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This is what every used car dealership should be like.
This is what every used car dealership should be like. Everyone went the extra mile.






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The whole team was pure joy to work with.
The whole team was pure joy to work with. They were very knowledgeable and were more than willing to go the extra mile to answer all my questions.






Used
2018 Ford Explorer sport
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Good people, fair price!
Good people, fair price! They fixed a tiny paint ding perfectly on the spot. I would recommend Apple Ford to anyone for a hassle free purchase.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $36,181 | 8 Great deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $34,601 | 5 Great deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $26,998 | 67 Good deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $19,900 | 8 Great deals |
2021 Ford Explorer | $18,954 | 6 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $17,886 | 7 Great deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $9,844 | 7 Great deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $7,555 | 7 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 $17,858, with pricing starting at $6,992.
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 | |
---|---|
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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