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  • Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSpace White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $37,123

    $500

    MSRP $42,660

    Est. $698/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.7
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    Willowbrook, IL (25 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. $967/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (12 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

    $53,950

    MSRP $53,950

    Est. $1,014/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 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

    $38,890

    $500

    MSRP $44,680

    Est. $731/mo

    Wickstrom Auto Group

    5.0
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    Barrington, IL (25 mi)
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  • Star White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $50,790

    MSRP $59,190

    Est. $955/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (9 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $46,165

    $500
    Est. $868/mo

    Packey Webb Ford

    4.7
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    Downers Grove, IL (25 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

    $42,329

    MSRP $49,220

    Est. $796/mo

    Golf Mill Ford

    4.9
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    Niles, IL (7 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $53,823

    $6.2K

    MSRP $60,095

    Est. $1,012/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.7
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    Willowbrook, IL (25 mi)

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  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer STRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer STRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer STRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer STRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer STRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $56,850

    $500

    MSRP $63,230

    Est. $1,069/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.7
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    Willowbrook, IL (25 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $44,551

    $500

    MSRP $50,515

    Est. $837/mo

    Arlington Heights Ford

    5.0
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    Arlington Heights, IL (17 mi)
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  • Vapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $43,405

    MSRP $43,405

    Est. $816/mo

    Westfield Ford

    4.3
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    Countryside, IL (22 mi)
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  • White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $39,062

    $500

    MSRP $45,820

    Est. $734/mo

    Napleton Ford of Oak Lawn

    4.7
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    Oak Lawn, IL (24 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

    $56,552

    MSRP $62,835

    Est. $1,063/mo

    Schaumburg Ford

    4.1
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    Schaumburg, IL (19 mi)
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  • Vapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVapor Blue Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $53,950

    MSRP $53,950

    Est. $1,014/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 mi)

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  • AGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $57,040

    MSRP $57,040

    Est. $1,072/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (12 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. $1,069/mo

    Zeigler Ford of North Riverside

    4.8
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    North Riverside, IL (16 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $44,914

    MSRP $48,820

    Est. $844/mo

    Elmhurst Ford

    4.6
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    Bensenville, IL (16 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. $1,015/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (14 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer TremorCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $54,659

    $1.9K

    MSRP $62,905

    Est. $1,027/mo

    Napleton Ford in Libertyville

    4.7
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    Libertyville, IL (20 mi)
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  • CARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $50,615

    MSRP $50,615

    Est. $951/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 mi)

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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $57,858

    $500

    MSRP $63,590

    Est. $1,088/mo

    Victor Ford

    4.9
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    Wauconda, IL (29 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

    $39,042

    $500

    MSRP $44,680

    Est. $734/mo

    Metro Ford Sales & Service

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    Chicago, IL (20 mi)
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  • Star White 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White 2026 Ford Explorer TremorStar White 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

    $46,322

    MSRP $55,145

    Est. $871/mo

    Hopkins Ford of Elgin

    3.7
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    Elgin, IL (29 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

    $44,780

    MSRP $44,780

    Est. $842/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 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

    $56,390

    MSRP $64,790

    Est. $1,060/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (9 mi)
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  • AGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A PkgAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Active w/200A Pkg

    $50,615

    MSRP $50,615

    Est. $951/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 mi)

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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $49,985

    $500
    5,716 mi.
    Est. $940/mo

    Napleton Ford of Oak Lawn

    4.7
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    Oak Lawn, IL (24 mi)
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  • RAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer STRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer STRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer STRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer STRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer STRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $63,290

    MSRP $63,290

    Est. $1,190/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
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    Lake Villa, IL (28 mi)
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  • White 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $58,890

    $3.5K

    MSRP $62,390

    Est. $1,107/mo

    Ewald's Hartford Ford

    4.0
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    $299 delivery from Hartford, WI (94 mi)
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  • Blue 2026 Ford Explorer STBlue 2026 Ford Explorer STBlue 2026 Ford Explorer STBlue 2026 Ford Explorer STBlue 2026 Ford Explorer STBlue 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $53,998

    $3K
    3,899 mi.
    Est. $1,015/mo

    CarMax Cincinnati

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    $199 delivery to Glencoe, IL (7 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2025 Ford Explorer $43,018 32 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $39,428 14 Good deals
2023 Ford Explorer $34,041 12 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $30,428 6 Great deals
2021 Ford Explorer $27,093 5 Great deals
2020 Ford Explorer $24,286 9 Great deals
2018 Ford Explorer $16,541 5 Great deals
2017 Ford Explorer $15,808 9 Great deals
2016 Ford Explorer $12,792 5 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 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 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 RWD ST 4WD
Inventory price
Starting at $54,905 Starting at $56,905
Combined MPG
21 20
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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