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Used
2023 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Mettawa, IL
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Thank you for the great experience Everardo.
Thank you for the great experience Everardo. Will definitely recommend to friends about Gillespie ford.
Nice vehicle
Quiet, comfortable and powerful car. I have the twin turbo that puts out 400 hp. General gas mileage is 19-20 city and 24-25 highway. The only thing that I would change on this vehicle is that I would like to be able to turn off some of the automatic operations on a semi-permanent basis.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great experience, quick to set up, check in and out and
Great experience, quick to set up, check in and out and everything was quoted with pricing. Time was appropriate for the amount of work done
Impressive
This is the first explorer that I have owned in nearly 30 years. I am coming from a ram 1500. I am surprised how comfortable this explorer is I’m really enjoying the gas mileage between 21 to 23 in town. I have not taken a trip on the highway yet.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Best Car Dealership I have ever been to.
Best Car Dealership I have ever been to. Will definitely go back and refer friends and family! Wonderful experience without any pressure or gimmicks. Chris Babalis was an amazing salesman and went above and beyond for me. Thank you again!






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2023 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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I recently purchased a car here, and Dan made the
I recently purchased a car here, and Dan made the car-buying process quick and easy. He was honest, attentive, and helpful every step of the way. I bought a highly special used car, and Dan's knowledge and guidance made me feel confident throughout the process. I'm very happy with my new car and the service I received. I would definitely recommend Dan and this dealership to anyone in the market for a vehicle.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Juan was excellent to work with, we quickly agreed on a
Juan was excellent to work with, we quickly agreed on a price, the vehicle was cleaned and ready to go by the time the paperwork was complete. Highly recommend.






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2023 Ford Explorer Timberline
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Ted was great it was a great experience this is my fifth
Ted was great it was a great experience this is my fifth car I bought from this place






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Very pleasant environment, friendly staff, has kids area
Very pleasant environment, friendly staff, has kids area mini Theater, I think best Lexus dealership in chicago






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Fantastic service!
Fantastic service! Polite knowledgeable individuals who get you in and out of the Quick Lane shop as soon as possible!






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2023 Ford Explorer ST
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Andrew Allen was amazing partner in my purchase so
Andrew Allen was amazing partner in my purchase so patient and great knowledge related to my Encore and Buick. The walk through was very thorough even providing me with his direct access for all future questions.






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2023 Ford Explorer Base
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Just picked up a new 2025 Explorer at Packey Webb.
Just picked up a new 2025 Explorer at Packey Webb. It was a smooth and professional purchase process. Ernie and Kevin took great care of me. You bet I?ll be back! I am really impressed with the recent changes Ford made to the Explorer.






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2023 Ford Explorer Limited
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Rich was great - very easy process to purchase my new
Rich was great - very easy process to purchase my new Ford Expedition. Thanks for everything!






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Finally a positive car buying experience!
I usually dread dealing with car dealerships but Hawk Ford was different and went out of their way to make it positive, especially the salesman Rich Bergmann.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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We purchased a new Ford Explorer.
We purchased a new Ford Explorer. Excellent price with no pressure. An all around pleasant experience.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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In spite of my mobility, Sales-Chester, did outstanding
In spite of my mobility, Sales-Chester, did outstanding job. Attention to detail, helping to setup Test drive of The Ford Edge, & working as an overall quarterback to keep everything moving. A great experience!!






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Got the car I wanted at the finance rate I wanted.
Got the car I wanted at the finance rate I wanted. Not offered enough for my trade-in






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Very Happy
Went in to test drive a Mazda CX 7 and Mourice was the sales associate we worked with. He had the car ready to go for us. He was also very helpful and was the first salesman I have ever liked. He was extremely kind and caring. I would recommend this dealership and Mourice 100%.






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great dealership, easy to work with and efficient.
Great dealership, easy to work with and efficient. I liked that I was able to email them about the car I wanted, work out the deal and then go in the next day to pick up the truck, no hassle and no wasting my time- thank you Hawk Ford!






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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
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Best experience ever in buying a new car best salesmen
Best experience ever in buying a new car best salesmen Ernie and best finance manager Tom They made is so easy and fast and no run around
Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
---|---|---|
2026 Ford Explorer | $43,850 | |
2025 Ford Explorer | $36,000 | 16 Great deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $26,988 | 6 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $17,980 | 17 Great deals |
2021 Ford Explorer | $15,997 | 5 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $17,890 | 11 Good deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $11,490 | 15 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $9,499 | 6 Great deals |
About the 2023 Ford Explorer
Base shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 7
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 24
- Transmission
- 10-Speed A/T
- Engine
- 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2023 Ford Explorer cost?
The 2023 Ford Explorer price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2023 Explorer is $33,362, with pricing starting at $18,970.
What is the MPG of the 2023 Ford Explorer?
The 2023 Ford Explorer offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 24 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 2023 Ford Explorer?
The 2023 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2023 Ford Explorer reliable?
The 2023 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2023 Explorer owners.
Is the 2023 Ford Explorer a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2023 Ford Explorer.
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.8
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.9
- Reliability 4.0
62% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.5
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.8
- Value 3.9
- Exterior 4.9
- Reliability 4.0
Base (2 styles)
King Ranch (2 styles)
Style | |
---|---|
King Ranch 4WD | King Ranch RWD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $56,525 | Starting at $54,525 |
Combined MPG | |
20 | 21 |
Engine | |
400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Limited (2 styles)
Style | |
---|---|
Limited RWD | Limited 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $47,420 | Starting at $49,420 |
Combined MPG | |
24 | 23 |
Engine | |
318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) | 318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) |
Platinum (2 styles)
Style | |
---|---|
Platinum RWD | Platinum 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $54,270 | Starting at $56,270 |
Combined MPG | |
26 | 23 |
Engine | |
318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) | 318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) |
ST (2 styles)
ST-Line (2 styles)
Style | |
---|---|
ST-Line RWD | ST-Line 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $46,355 | Starting at $48,355 |
Combined MPG | |
24 | 23 |
Engine | |
300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Timberline (1 style)
Style |
---|
Timberline 4WD |
Inventory price |
Starting at $49,330 |
Combined MPG |
21 |
Engine |
300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (2 styles)
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