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New and used
2026 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Bethalto, IL
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Was a wonderful experience from the purchase to getting a
Was a wonderful experience from the purchase to getting a few things fixed after the purchase. Darryl has been wonderful including the finance manager in the process. Has been a while since I bought from Auffenberg and I would recommend to anyone who is needing a new vehicle to go see Darryl.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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Amazing Sales and Service
Our family has purchased eight cars through Bommarito. Every experience has been smooth and pleasant. Chick Lawless at Bommarito Ford is one of the most knowledgeable and personable salesmen that we have ever encountered. We will continue to patronize Bommarito for all of our automotive needs.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Easy and great people to work with.
Easy and great people to work with. Made the process efficient and enjoyable. Took me two visits and the truck was mine. When I came back to pick the truck up it was cleaned and ready.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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I could not have been more pleased with my used vehicle
I could not have been more pleased with my used vehicle purchase at Weber Ford! This was not my first and probably won't be my last purchase with Justin. I can not recommend him enough. He is an honest salesman and goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of. Finance, Service, Sales...all top notch at Weber.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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I would highly encourage folks in the Metro area to visit
I would highly encourage folks in the Metro area to visit Schmidt Ford in Collinsville. They are a wonderful staff to deal with and there is no pressure from the sales staff. I would ask to speak with Nick Karateew or K. Todd, great folks to work with. I purchased a 2023 Ford Maverick XLT and they made the transaction extremely easy. Glen Sprankle
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Well worth the trip to Litchfield
April 12,2017 Judy Wilson. Bought a 2015 Escape..thank you Kyle for all your help.. I have already told lots of my friends to come to Victory Lane Ford in Litchfield. :-)
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Excellent experience.
Excellent experience. Professional, patient, and answered all my questions. All the employes were pleasant and greeted me with a smile. I would recommend Jerseyville Ford to anyone looking to purchase a new or used vehicle.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Salesman Chad Bade and Finance Manager Richard Lomara
Salesman Chad Bade and Finance Manager Richard Lomara were awesome! Everything was handled in a professional manner.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Bought a used car - Had a great experience.
Bought a used car - Had a great experience. We love it and the low pressure sales environment was an added bonus.
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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Great truck, great package, fully loaded
Our sales person Doug Clever he took the time to walk us through that big lot, he did not pressure us, and covered all questions before we could ask, we walked away with a truck that my guy really liked, thank you Doug from C, washington and D, Perkins
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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Pretty easy process for us.
Pretty easy process for us. We knew what we were already going to be looking at because we really wanted a hybrid. We bought it used but the dealership did a really good job inspecting it and making sure it not a lot was wrong with it. If it weren't for the smoker who was in it last I think the headliner would be cleaner but otherwise the car was in good shape inside. There were a few dings here and there on the outside. The car drives and runs really smooth and overall was happy.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Great day
Buying a car made easy! Beautiful facility with everything needed to make that difficult decision less painful. Wonderful staff with great coffee and snacks. Thanks Dave Keyser
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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We did an emissons test, oil change, and wipers all
We did an emissons test, oil change, and wipers all around. Was driven to work, picked up and the vehicle was ready. It will reach 100,000 miles this month and it is like new. Everything as tight as when it was new, and I bought it new at Pundmann Ford some 5 years ago. Pundmann Ford helps me keep my car running like new.
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Worked with Chris Phillips at Weber Ford.
Worked with Chris Phillips at Weber Ford. Had an amazing experience. Great deal and no pressure. Will be back for my next vehicle purchase
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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We love this dealership!
We love this dealership! Nick Karateew has helped us with several vehicles over the years, and it’s always a pleasant experience. He is knowledgeable and takes his time explaining everything. Alex handled our paperwork and made it so easy. It was enjoyable getting to speak with him. I will always recommend this dealership to everyone!
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Used 2015 Ford Explorer
I would recommend purchasing a vehicle from Victory Ford. Kyle Drake was a great sales consultant.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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IT was a very enjoyable experience.
IT was a very enjoyable experience. I will truly recommend you all to family and friends. From the beginning to the end of the process was awesome.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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We were ready for a new vehicle and decided to go back to
We were ready for a new vehicle and decided to go back to Jack Schmitt in Collinsville. Nick Karateew was my salesman before so we talked with him and he was able to make the deal for us on a new Ford Bronco! It’s beautiful and I can’t thank Nick enough for making this happen for us and being awesome to work with! I highly recommend him if you’re ready to buy a new vehicle! Thanks for all your help Nick!
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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The paperwork took some time but now I see why.
The paperwork took some time but now I see why. We are very happy with the car but a few issues came up....brake fluid was low causing the brake pedal too pulse. A quart too much engine oil. Windshield fluid was empty.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Outstanding credit service and pricing.
Outstanding credit service and pricing. The entire staff was very friendly. The entire process went smoothly and I felt very taken care of. I rate it A+!
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $44,997 | 4 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $27,498 | 5 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $25,962 | 3 Good deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $23,055 | 6 Good deals |
About the 2026 Ford Explorer
Active (100A) RWD 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 2026 Ford Explorer cost?
The 2026 Ford Explorer price depends on trim level and optional features. Prices typically start at $38,465 and go as high as $56,905 for fully loaded models.
What is the MPG of the 2026 Ford Explorer?
The 2026 Ford Explorer offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 29 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 2026 Ford Explorer?
The 2026 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Active w/100A Pkg (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Active w/100A Pkg 4WD | Active w/100A Pkg RWD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $40,465 | Starting at $38,465 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 24 |
| Engine | |
| 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Active w/200A Pkg (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Active w/200A Pkg 4WD | Active w/200A Pkg RWD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $42,585 | Starting at $40,585 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 24 |
| Engine | |
| 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Platinum (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Platinum RWD | Platinum 4WD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $50,965 | Starting at $52,965 |
| 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) |
ST (2 styles)
ST-Line (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| ST-Line 4WD | ST-Line RWD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $47,155 | Starting at $45,155 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 24 |
| Engine | |
| 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Tremor (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| Tremor 4WD |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $48,465 |
| Combined MPG |
| 23 |
| Engine |
| 400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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