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New and used
2026 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Kildeer, 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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Just purchased a new 2025 Ford Explorer ST with Ross at
Just purchased a new 2025 Ford Explorer ST with Ross at Boucher Ford Kenosha, great buying experience. Fast, friendly and efficient - all at a great price.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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I went to Hawk St.
I went to Hawk St. Charles with the intention of just looking at the Broncos. I test drove 2 . D.J. Was my salesperson . He was so well informed on both vehicles. Showing me all options. I easily made my decision to buy the Big Bend Sasquatch. I got a great deal. I couldn?t be happier with my purchase. I?m obsessed! Thank you to all of Hawk Ford St.Charles. I will be recommending you to all my friends and family.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Profesional service and resourceful financing .
Profesional service and resourceful financing . Great dealer wouid buy again and highly recommended. Joel Sales and Owner were extremely patient and helpful l
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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My son’s truck broke down in the area and we had it towed
My son’s truck broke down in the area and we had it towed to this dealership for repair. From our first contact, the dealership helped to make a very stressful situation more manageable. The team received our vehicle as they were closing and helped to get us logged in and on our way. The service is excellent at this dealership! Ano led the team that repaired our vehicle. He reached out regularly with updates and provided accurate estimates for the repairs. He and the rest of team are very friendly and responsive. They also have a car rental service on site. I will be connecting with this dealership on future purchase and service needs.
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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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.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Purchase was easy with no hidden costs.
Purchase was easy with no hidden costs. I don?t know why you need 25 words if you want people to respond to you request for a review.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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Excellent service, quick response to my questions, honest
Excellent service, quick response to my questions, honest straightforward answers, sent me valuable additional pictures
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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The team at Wickstrom was great to work with - they’re
The team at Wickstrom was great to work with - they’re professional, knowledgeable, and provide a great buying experience. Thank you!
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Frank was very helpful in diagnosing the problem and also
Frank was very helpful in diagnosing the problem and also scheduling the service appointment, ordering parts and everything was covered under warranty with the Minimum deductible.
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Awesome service from Huntley ford and it's salesman Rob
Awesome service from Huntley ford and it's salesman Rob specifically. Huge selection makes car shopping in one place easy and convenient!
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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Fantastic matt was wonderful to deal with everything went
Fantastic matt was wonderful to deal with everything went smoothly and the car is fantastic would recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a vehicle
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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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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From their vehicle selection to their product knowledge
From their vehicle selection to their product knowledge to their efficient paperwork processes, this buying experience was top-notch. Adam in sales, Tom in finance, and even a John Webb (who checked in to make sure we were happy) all contributed to make ours a smooth and seamless process. Highly recommend.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Everyone involved with the selling of my car was
Everyone involved with the selling of my car was wonderful! Kind, professional, and great about repeating anything that wasn’t understood.
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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I bought a new Ford -150 from Bredemann Ford and I
I bought a new Ford -150 from Bredemann Ford and I couldn't be happier. My salesman Marc was very helpful, start to finish. Great place to buy a vehicle. Stan
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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Napleton Ford provided quality and professional service
Napleton Ford provided quality and professional service and the new car was in fantastic condition upon delivery. Richard the sales consultant was extremely knowledgeable and professional helping me navigate all the controls in the 2026 Platinum Explorer. I truly appreciate his time explaining the workings of this amazing vehicle.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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My search for a used truck started with 3 dealers .
My search for a used truck started with 3 dealers . Mo was my salesperson at Bull Valley Ford, he explained everything and was pleasant and knowledgeable. I recommend shopping with Bull Valley Ford and ask for Mo for a smooth experience. Bob R
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Great dealership , Great dealership, great dealership,
Great dealership , Great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great dealership, great
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Chris Behlke, our rep, was helpful, patient and
Chris Behlke, our rep, was helpful, patient and personable. We made the purchase we needed. The dealership itself seemed to have good customer service and accommodated us as soon as my husband and I walked in.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Me trataron muy bien sobre todo el vendedor Andrés que
Me trataron muy bien sobre todo el vendedor Andrés que hiso todo lo posible en ayudarme y le doy las gracias por su ayuda
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $47,019 | 13 Great deals |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $34,715 | 7 Good deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $33,294 | 6 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $30,393 | 8 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $26,324 | 5 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $23,572 | 5 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $16,685 | 8 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,858 | 10 Great deals |
| 2016 Ford Explorer | $13,305 | 6 Great 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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