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  • VAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineVAPOR BLUE 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $51,040

    MSRP $51,040

    Est. $957/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • AGATE BLACK METALLIC 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $57,040

    MSRP $57,040

    Est. $1,070/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (11 mi)

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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $57,003

    MSRP $62,895

    Est. $1,069/mo

    Arlington Heights Ford

    5.0
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    Arlington Heights, IL (6 mi)
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  • White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumWhite Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $53,942

    MSRP $59,935

    Est. $1,012/mo

    Schaumburg Ford

    4.0
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    Schaumburg, IL (7 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

    $44,058

    MSRP $51,230

    Est. $826/mo

    Golf Mill Ford

    4.9
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    Niles, IL (7 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

    $40,870

    $250

    MSRP $44,620

    Est. $766/mo

    Wickstrom Auto Group

    5.0
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    Barrington, IL (14 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

    $39,530

    MSRP $44,780

    Est. $741/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
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    Chicago, 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

    $40,535

    Est. $760/mo

    Packey Webb Ford

    4.7
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    Downers Grove, IL (19 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 STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $63,235

    MSRP $63,235

    Est. $1,186/mo

    Westfield Ford

    4.3
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    Countryside, IL (21 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

    $46,765

    MSRP $50,765

    Est. $877/mo

    Hawk Ford of St. Charles

    4.7
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    St Charles, IL (21 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

    $45,051

    MSRP $50,515

    Est. $845/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.6
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    Willowbrook, IL (22 mi)
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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

    $49,320

    MSRP $49,320

    Est. $925/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.8
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    Lake Villa, IL (23 mi)
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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

    $46,290

    Est. $868/mo

    Fair Oaks Ford

    4.7
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    Naperville, IL (25 mi)
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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

    $42,408

    MSRP $49,220

    Est. $795/mo

    Napleton Ford of Oak Lawn

    4.6
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    Oak Lawn, 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

    $48,759

    MSRP $54,855

    Est. $914/mo

    Zeigler Ford of North Riverside

    4.8
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    North Riverside, IL (17 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

    $49,320

    MSRP $49,320

    Est. $925/mo

    Highland Park Ford Lincoln

    4.6
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    Highland Park, IL (11 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

    $45,270

    Est. $849/mo

    Kunes Ford of Antioch

    4.0
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    Antioch, IL (29 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)

    $41,129

    Est. $771/mo

    Huntley Ford

    4.3
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    Huntley, IL (26 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $58,671

    $3.5K

    MSRP $63,680

    Est. $1,100/mo

    Haggerty Ford

    5.0
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    West Chicago, IL (20 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

    $45,475

    $120

    MSRP $44,280

    Est. $853/mo

    Arlington Heights Ford

    5.0
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    Arlington Heights, IL (6 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. $842/mo

    Elmhurst Ford

    4.6
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    Bensenville, IL (10 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. $1,188/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
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    Melrose Park, IL (12 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

    $39,105

    MSRP $44,380

    Est. $733/mo

    Napleton Ford in Libertyville

    4.7
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    Libertyville, IL (14 mi)
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  • Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer STBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST

    $56,367

    MSRP $62,630

    Est. $1,057/mo

    Hawk Ford of Carol Stream

    4.9
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    Carol Stream, IL (15 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

    $57,595

    MSRP $63,095

    Est. $1,080/mo

    Fairway Ford

    4.8
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    $1,132 delivery from Canfield, OH (378 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

    $52,998

    6,225 mi.
    Est. $994/mo

    CarMax Greenville

    2.2
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    $349 delivery to Schaumburg, IL (8 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2025 Ford Explorer $42,974 15 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $36,598 5 Great deals
2023 Ford Explorer $34,171 6 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $31,046 9 Great deals
2021 Ford Explorer $27,918 11 Good deals
2020 Ford Explorer $24,946 6 Great deals
2019 Ford Explorer $16,594 5 Great deals
2018 Ford Explorer $16,609 7 Great deals
2017 Ford Explorer $14,799 7 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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