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  • Star White 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $37,871

    MSRP $43,455

    Est. $701/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.7
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    Willowbrook, IL (6 mi)

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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $43,255

    MSRP $43,255

    Est. $800/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $46,525

    $1K
    Est. $861/mo

    Packey Webb Ford

    4.7
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    Downers Grove, IL (1 mi)
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  • Marsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer TremorMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer TremorMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer TremorMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer TremorMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer TremorMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $63,415

    MSRP $63,415

    Est. $1,173/mo

    Westfield Ford

    4.3
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    Countryside, IL (9 mi)
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  • Vapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $55,273

    $500
    Est. $1,022/mo

    Fair Oaks Ford

    4.7
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    Naperville, IL (10 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $48,740

    $500

    MSRP $54,240

    Est. $902/mo

    Hawk Ford of St. Charles

    4.7
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    St Charles, IL (16 mi)
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  • Black 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $55,295

    $1.8K

    MSRP $62,835

    Est. $1,023/mo

    Schaumburg Ford

    4.1
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    Schaumburg, IL (17 mi)
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  • Marsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $49,735

    MSRP $49,735

    Est. $920/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $47,660

    $100

    MSRP $51,760

    Est. $882/mo

    Joe Rizza Ford Lincoln

    4.3
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    Orland Park, IL (18 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $46,646

    MSRP $54,240

    Est. $863/mo

    Golf Mill Ford

    4.9
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    Niles, IL (19 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $38,480

    $700

    MSRP $44,680

    Est. $712/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (20 mi)
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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $50,580

    MSRP $54,580

    Est. $936/mo

    Arlington Heights Ford

    5.0
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    Arlington Heights, IL (23 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $54,250

    $100

    MSRP $59,350

    Est. $1,004/mo

    Wickstrom Auto Group

    5.0
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    Barrington, IL (26 mi)
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  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $50,480

    MSRP $50,480

    Est. $934/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • STAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $56,295

    MSRP $65,360

    Est. $1,041/mo

    Currie Motors Ford of Frankfort

    4.8
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    Frankfort, IL (23 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $44,348

    MSRP $49,220

    Est. $820/mo

    Sutton Ford

    4.4
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    Matteson, IL (26 mi)
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  • Agate Black 2026 Ford Explorer TremorAgate Black 2026 Ford Explorer TremorAgate Black 2026 Ford Explorer TremorAgate Black 2026 Ford Explorer TremorAgate Black 2026 Ford Explorer TremorAgate Black 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $56,062

    $500

    MSRP $63,380

    Est. $1,037/mo

    Rod Baker Ford

    4.6
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    Plainfield, IL (18 mi)
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  • Marsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $56,852

    MSRP $63,800

    Est. $1,052/mo

    Zeigler Ford of North Riverside

    4.8
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    North Riverside, IL (12 mi)
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  • VAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $51,465

    MSRP $51,465

    Est. $952/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (29 mi)
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  • Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $53,995

    MSRP $56,700

    Est. $999/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • STAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer STSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $62,192

    MSRP $63,790

    Est. $1,150/mo

    Haggerty Ford

    5.0
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    West Chicago, IL (10 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $45,144

    MSRP $51,300

    Est. $835/mo

    Hawk Ford of Carol Stream

    4.9
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    Carol Stream, IL (9 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $38,785

    $500
    Est. $717/mo

    Ron Tirapelli Ford

    4.4
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    Shorewood, IL (22 mi)
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  • STAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSTAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $41,873

    MSRP $51,470

    Est. $775/mo

    Ford of Homewood

    4.7
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    Homewood, IL (25 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $55,999

    MSRP $62,995

    Est. $1,036/mo

    Bredemann Ford

    4.8
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    Glenview, IL (23 mi)
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  • Marsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer STMarsh Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $63,370

    MSRP $63,370

    Est. $1,172/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $60,005

    MSRP $63,505

    Est. $1,110/mo

    Byers Ford

    4.7
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    $399 delivery from Delaware, OH (279 mi)
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  • Tan 2026 Ford Explorer TremorTan 2026 Ford Explorer TremorTan 2026 Ford Explorer TremorTan 2026 Ford Explorer TremorTan 2026 Ford Explorer TremorTan 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $50,998

    $1K
    6,225 mi.
    Est. $943/mo

    CarMax Greenville

    2.1
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    $349 delivery to Hillside, IL (8 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2025 Ford Explorer $43,361 38 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $39,015 8 Great deals
2023 Ford Explorer $34,985 10 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $30,593 15 Great deals
2021 Ford Explorer $26,332 8 Great deals
2020 Ford Explorer $24,605 5 Great deals
2018 Ford Explorer $16,606 9 Great deals
2017 Ford Explorer $15,012 16 Great deals

About the 2026 Ford Explorer

Basics

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)
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FAQs

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:


Trims

Active w/100A Pkg (2 styles)

Style
Active w/100A Pkg RWD Active w/100A Pkg 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $38,465 Starting at $40,465
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)

Active w/200A Pkg (2 styles)

Style
Active w/200A Pkg RWD Active w/200A Pkg 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $40,585 Starting at $42,585
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)

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)

Style
ST 4WD ST RWD
Inventory price
Starting at $56,905 Starting at $54,905
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)

ST-Line (2 styles)

Style
ST-Line RWD ST-Line 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $45,155 Starting at $47,155
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)

Tremor (1 style)

Style
Tremor 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $48,965
Combined MPG
21
Engine
400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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