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  • Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $18,369

    92,481 mi.
    Est. $334/mo

    Mike Castrucci Ford of Alexandria

    4.2
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    Alexandria, KY (27 mi)

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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer SportShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer SportShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer SportShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer SportShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer SportShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer Sport

    $18,995

    $500
    90,224 mi.
    Est. $346/mo

    Crossroads Car and Truck

    4.7
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    Milford, OH (13 mi)
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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $20,966

    90,315 mi.
    Est. $382/mo

    Performance Honda

    4.2
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    Fairfield, OH (12 mi)
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  • Magnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer SportMagnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer SportMagnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer SportMagnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer SportMagnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer SportMagnetic Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer Sport

    $20,144

    77,329 mi.
    Est. $367/mo

    Frontier Motors

    4.4
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    Franklin, OH (9 mi)
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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $15,999

    78,457 mi.
    Est. $291/mo

    Sulys Motorsports LLC

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    Fairfield, OH (11 mi)
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  • Ruby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLTRuby Red 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $16,495

    100,061 mi.
    Est. $300/mo

    Walt Sweeney Ford

    4.8
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    Cincinnati, OH (23 mi)
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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $13,994

    108,133 mi.
    Est. $255/mo

    Automotive Connection

    4.4
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    Fairfield, OH (12 mi)
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  • $14,000

    167,379 mi.
    Est. $255/mo

    Lebanon Ford

    4.7
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    Lebanon, OH (10 mi)
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    Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain

    4.4
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    Cincinnati, OH (17 mi)
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  • $10,500

    155,041 mi.
    Est. $191/mo

    Wilmington Auto Center Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

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    Wilmington, OH (29 mi)
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  • Gray 2018 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2018 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2018 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2018 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2018 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $21,998

    79,291 mi.
    Est. $400/mo

    CarMax Rivergate

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    $199 delivery to Cincinnati, OH (12 mi)
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  • Magnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sportMagnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sportMagnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sportMagnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sportMagnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sportMagnetic 2018 Ford Explorer sport

    $13,462

    132,914 mi.
    Est. $245/mo

    Heller Motors

    4.8
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    $399 delivery from Pontiac, IL (253 mi)
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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer BaseShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer BaseShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer BaseShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer BaseShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer BaseShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer Base

    $13,618

    110,539 mi.
    Est. $248/mo

    Piles Chevrolet

    4.5
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    Dry Ridge, KY (49 mi)
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  • Cinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLTCinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLTCinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLTCinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLTCinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLTCinnamon Glaze Metallic 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $16,174

    105,415 mi.
    Est. $294/mo

    Jeff Schmitt Chevrolet North

    3.6
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    Fairborn, OH (37 mi)
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  • Shadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLTShadow Black 2018 Ford Explorer XLT

    $15,157

    103,087 mi.
    Est. $276/mo

    Jeff Schmitt Chevrolet North

    3.6
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    Fairborn, OH (37 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2026 Ford Explorer $49,312 1 Good deal
2025 Ford Explorer $43,148 9 Good deals
2023 Ford Explorer $33,438 37 Good deals
2022 Ford Explorer $30,052 20 Good deals
2021 Ford Explorer $25,391 10 Good deals
2020 Ford Explorer $24,581 12 Good deals
2017 Ford Explorer $13,734 5 Good deals

About the 2018 Ford Explorer

Basics

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)
Side view of the 2018 Ford Explorer
FAQs

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 $16,730, with pricing starting at $7,984.

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.

(269 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.9
Interior
4.8
Performance
4.8
Value
4.6
Exterior
4.8
Reliability
4.8
Ratings (269 reviews)

96% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.9
Interior
4.8
Performance
4.8
Value
4.6
Exterior
4.8
Reliability
4.8
Trims

Base (2 styles)

Style
Base 4WD Base FWD
Inventory price
Starting at $34,290 Starting at $32,140
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
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
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
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)

Style
XLT FWD XLT 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $34,175 Starting at $36,325
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)
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