Skip to main content
Best match Lowest price Highest price Lowest mileage Highest mileage Nearest location Best deal Newest year Oldest year Newest listed Oldest listed
Skip to Filters
  • Gray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineGray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineGray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineGray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineGray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineGray 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $44,395

    $736

    MSRP $50,145

    Est. $833/mo

    Schaumburg Ford

    4.1
    Check Availability
    Schaumburg, IL (13 mi)

    Quick view
  • 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

    $45,265

    $500

    MSRP $50,765

    Est. $849/mo

    Hawk Ford of St. Charles

    4.7
    Check Availability
    St Charles, IL (27 mi)

    Quick view
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-LineCarbonized Gray Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

    $42,011

    MSRP $48,850

    Est. $788/mo

    Golf Mill Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Niles, IL (8 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $51,195

    MSRP $59,595

    Est. $960/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
    Check Availability
    Chicago, IL (17 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $61,065

    MSRP $61,065

    Est. $1,145/mo

    Westfield Ford

    4.3
    Check Availability
    Countryside, IL (25 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $38,940

    $500

    MSRP $44,440

    Est. $730/mo

    Hawk Ford of St. Charles

    4.7
    Check Availability
    St Charles, IL (27 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $63,460

    MSRP $63,460

    Est. $1,190/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Lake Villa, IL (20 mi)
    Quick view
  • SPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer ActiveSPACE SILVER 2026 Ford Explorer Active

    $50,945

    MSRP $50,945

    Est. $955/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Lake Villa, IL (20 mi)

    Quick view
  • 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

    $41,663

    $2.2K
    Est. $781/mo

    Kunes Ford of Antioch

    4.0
    Check Availability
    Antioch, IL (27 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $39,816

    $500

    MSRP $45,475

    Est. $747/mo

    Arlington Heights Ford

    5.0
    Check Availability
    Arlington Heights, IL (8 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $55,981

    MSRP $63,615

    Est. $1,050/mo

    Golf Mill Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Niles, IL (8 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $56,335

    MSRP $64,235

    Est. $1,057/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
    Check Availability
    Chicago, IL (17 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $55,747

    MSRP $62,630

    Est. $1,045/mo

    Zeigler Ford of North Riverside

    4.8
    Check Availability
    North Riverside, IL (20 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $57,130

    $500

    MSRP $62,630

    Est. $1,071/mo

    Hawk Ford of St. Charles

    4.7
    Check Availability
    St Charles, IL (27 mi)

    Quick view
  • 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

    $57,983

    MSRP $63,480

    Est. $1,087/mo

    Haggerty Ford

    5.0
    Check Availability
    West Chicago, IL (26 mi)
    Quick view
  • Black Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $53,190

    MSRP $59,100

    Est. $998/mo

    Hawk Ford of Carol Stream

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Carol Stream, IL (21 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $44,576

    MSRP $50,515

    Est. $836/mo

    Elmhurst Ford

    4.6
    Check Availability
    Bensenville, IL (15 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $49,535

    MSRP $49,535

    Est. $929/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
    Check Availability
    Melrose Park, IL (16 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $54,350

    MSRP $57,050

    Est. $1,019/mo

    Al Piemonte Ford

    4.8
    Check Availability
    Melrose Park, IL (16 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $45,998

    $500

    MSRP $51,985

    Est. $863/mo

    Willowbrook Ford Kia

    4.7
    Check Availability
    Willowbrook, IL (27 mi)

    Quick view
  • 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

    $44,298

    $4.5K

    MSRP $50,840

    Est. $831/mo

    Napleton Ford in Libertyville

    4.7
    Check Availability
    Libertyville, IL (12 mi)
    Quick view
  • Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)Space White Metallic 2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)

    $43,610

    $500

    MSRP $48,980

    Est. $818/mo

    Victor Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Wauconda, IL (20 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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. $1,085/mo

    Victor Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Wauconda, IL (20 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $43,324

    $500

    MSRP $49,315

    Est. $812/mo

    Metro Ford Sales & Service

    Check Availability
    Chicago, IL (26 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $43,042

    MSRP $44,680

    Est. $807/mo

    Metro Ford Sales & Service

    Check Availability
    Chicago, IL (26 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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. $840/mo

    Gillespie Ford

    4.9
    Check Availability
    Lake Villa, IL (20 mi)

    Quick view
  • 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. $869/mo

    Hopkins Ford of Elgin

    3.7
    Check Availability
    Elgin, IL (22 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $39,180

    MSRP $44,680

    Est. $735/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
    Check Availability
    Chicago, IL (17 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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

    $54,998

    $2K
    2,147 mi.
    Est. $1,031/mo

    CarMax Virginia Beach

    Check Availability
    $399 delivery to Glencoe, IL (4 mi)
    Quick view
  • 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. $1,013/mo

    CarMax Cincinnati

    Check Availability
    $199 delivery to Glencoe, IL (4 mi)
    Quick view

Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2025 Ford Explorer $43,061 31 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $37,318 5 Great deals
2023 Ford Explorer $34,415 7 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $30,744 7 Great deals
2021 Ford Explorer $28,111 6 Great deals
2020 Ford Explorer $24,378 12 Great deals
2018 Ford Explorer $15,638 8 Great deals
2017 Ford Explorer $15,886 8 Great deals
2016 Ford Explorer $13,063 8 Good 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)
Side view of the 2026 Ford Explorer
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)
Skip to Listings
Best match Lowest price Highest price Lowest mileage Highest mileage Nearest location Best deal Newest year Oldest year Newest listed Oldest listed

Similar Cars

Research the 2026 Ford Explorer

Compare the 2026 Ford Explorer

2026 Ford Explorer by city

Ford Explorer trims