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2026 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Niles, 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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I had the pleasure of working with Tray at Murgado Ford
I had the pleasure of working with Tray at Murgado Ford of Chicago while looking for a 2024 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve AWD for my wife. From the moment I reached out by phone to inquire about the vehicle Stock: 24L117, Tray was incredibly personable and transparent. He took the time to provide me with all the information I needed, making me feel at ease about the purchase. With a growing family, including one child and another expected in May, it's important to make the right choice, and Tray made the entire process smooth and stress-free. His professionalism and genuine care for my needs were evident, and I truly appreciate his efforts in helping us find the perfect vehicle. I highly recommend Tray and Murgado Ford for anyone in the market for a new car!
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Our experience with this dealer was great!
Our experience with this dealer was great! All were friendly and helpful. Our salesperson, Israel was exceptionally helpful. Very knowledgeable and friendly. The dealership was gorgeous!
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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2022 Ford Bronco Sport
Bought a 2022 Bronco Sport. Just love it. Joe delivered it today. He stayed and helped me setup the FordPass. Thanks Joe L. & George in finance.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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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
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My experience was phenomenal from the ONE AND ONLY AMEN
My experience was phenomenal from the ONE AND ONLY AMEN AND THE FINANCIAL MANAGER HIS NEPHEW great customer service they had provided us a lot of options and me and my wife walked out with 2 cars MOST DEFINITELY BUYING ANOTHER CAR FROM THESE SPECIFIC PEOPLE BECAUSE THEIR ARE BRUTALLY honest and they don?t play games when helping out the community we need more people like them and encourage ford to give them A HUGE APRAISE AND RECOGNITION
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Great Experience Working with Tray at Murgado
Great Experience Working with Tray at Murgado Ford I’ve been shopping around for a new work truck, and I can honestly say that working with Tray at Murgado Ford has been a great experience so far. A friend of mine recommended Tray after they had a positive experience purchasing a vehicle earlier this year, and I’m so glad they did. As a contractor who does a lot of driving and occasionally hauls a trailer, I had specific needs for my next truck, and Tray has been incredibly helpful in guiding me toward the right option. From the start, Tray took the time to listen to my needs and provided personalized recommendations that fit my lifestyle. He didn’t just try to sell me a truck; instead, he made sure to understand exactly what I was looking for, from towing capabilities to comfort for long drives. He explained the features of the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro AWD Automatic in detail, and based on my needs, it seems like it could be a great fit. What really impressed me about Tray was his approach to customer service. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about finding the right vehicle for his customers. I never felt rushed or pressured, which made the entire process feel smooth and enjoyable. I really appreciate that he took the time to explain things and ensure I had all the information I needed to make an informed decision. Although I haven’t made the purchase yet, my experience with Tray so far has been fantastic, and I look forward to continuing to work with him. If you’re in the market for a vehicle and want someone who listens to your needs and provides honest, expert advice, I highly recommend reaching out to Tray at Murgado Ford.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Great dealership, easy to work with and efficient.
Great dealership, easy to work with and efficient. I liked that I was able to email them about the car I wanted, work out the deal and then go in the next day to pick up the truck, no hassle and no wasting my time- thank you Hawk Ford!
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great, helpful, friendly ,knowledgeable staff.
great, helpful, friendly ,knowledgeable staff. explained and answered all questions. followed up with a phone call ,and when I called them they called me right back.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Thanks Bill and Jose for getting my car back together.
Thanks Bill and Jose for getting my car back together. I really appreciate everything you guys did!
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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J.B. was the BEST! My Engine light went on right in the
J.B. was the BEST! My Engine light went on right in the middle of a Chicago Snowstorm. J.B. made this into a wonderful experience. The customer service was fantastic. The timing for my vehicle getting fixed worked very nicely.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Bill Baroud was very easy to work with.
Bill Baroud was very easy to work with. Straight forward, no ?sales? pressure The staff was very friendly and helpful. I am not very sure what else there is to say
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Great experience salesman was awesome.
Great experience salesman was awesome. Took only two hours from the time we got there till the time we were driving off the lot bought a really nice car for a low amount of money.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Great service and a professional team
Ziegler Ford of North Riverside has an amazing staff. My car service experience was excellent, thanks to Alek Albrecht. Alek is a great service advisor and had the service done on my Ford in a good time. Thanks!
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My sales rep, John Czech, went the extra mile!
My sales rep, John Czech, went the extra mile! He listened to my questions and concerns and put me in the perfect car for me. John brought all his many years of experience to helping me with my purchase.
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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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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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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Steve was super kind, patient and overall great.
Steve was super kind, patient and overall great. We purchased a car for my son and had endless questions and concerns. He was wonderful and I highly recommend. I’m not the easiest to please so this review means a lot!!
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Great people to work with.
Great people to work with. Got my truck for a great price, got a charitable amount for my trade in, and never felt pressured at all about anything. Everyone went out of their way to make the process as painless as possible.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Vira was great.
Vira was great. 10 out of 10. Ask for her for sales. They made the numbers work. It didn’t feel like I was being raked over the coals. They made it conversational not like pulling teeth.
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Our new car buying process was good.
Our new car buying process was good. Questions answered and explained well. Our sales associate, Conner Keebaugh, was very helpful and patient through the process.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Love the sales team very helpful and professional. They are great helping you with the right car and price that fit your need .
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $47,088 | 11 Great deals |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $34,227 | 5 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $32,927 | 48 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $29,359 | 14 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $26,902 | 8 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $23,938 | 7 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | $18,333 | 5 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $16,376 | 13 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,630 | 13 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 (100A) (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Active (100A) 4WD | Active (100A) 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 (200A) (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Active (200A) 4WD | Active (200A) 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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