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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs
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Wheaton, 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 Platinum
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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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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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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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GREAT PRICE, PEOPLE, FACILITY.
GREAT PRICE, PEOPLE, FACILITY. SALESMAN PUT EXTRA EFFORT TO COMPLETE SALE AND DEMONSTRATE THE VECHILE. FINANCE WAS FAST, ACCURATE AND EXPLAINED WELL. REFRESHMENTS AND POPCORN WERE MADE AVAILABLE.
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Darwin L.
Darwin L. made this purchase smooth, clean, and easy. He is a fellow veteran, so it made this process much more enjoyable. Thanks Darwin, I appreciate what you did for me!
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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Jorge was a knowledgeable salesman and made the process
Jorge was a knowledgeable salesman and made the process easy & fast! Very clean & inviting dealership. We were very happy with the whole process & everyone that assisted Jorgecwas great
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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The process is quick and efficient.
The process is quick and efficient. The service department is professional and they communicate with customers very well. I had Oliwer as my contact he was knowledgeable and very professional.
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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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 ST-Line
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My experience w/Highland Park Lincoln has been quite
My experience w/Highland Park Lincoln has been quite satisfactory....expecially the Service Department. But, it is a thirty seven mile drive to get there.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Risto was fantastic during the entire car buying
Risto was fantastic during the entire car buying experience. I highly recommend buying a vehicle from him. The entire Willowbrook Kia staff was easy to work with and made the process simple.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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After contacting the dealership via cars.
After contacting the dealership via cars.com I received an email communication from a sales representative saying the car was in stock and available to view. I wrote back and stated, I would be available the following day in the afternoon and left my phone number. After not hearing back from the sales representative. I drove to the dealership the next day and walked into the store. The few sales people that were in the showroom appeared to be busy with other customers and no one was at the welcome desk. I looked at the car outside near the front of the store, but left a few minutes later. The sales person did follow up with me the next day and apologized as it was their day off when I was there. I appreciated the communication, but did purchase a new car at another dealership.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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First time bringing my truck in , even though I didn’t
First time bringing my truck in , even though I didn’t buy my Raptor at this dealership, I wouldn’t hesitate using this place again. Very fast and professional, and they had my car running like new in less than 24 hours.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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While traveling from out if state,we had a vehicle
While traveling from out if state,we had a vehicle breakdown. At that time/day, all repair shops were closed. So taking a gamble we dropped the car off at Napleton Ford of Oaklawn. The techs at Napleton jumped on our issue right away and worked hard to help a family stranded on the road. We were back up and running in just a few days. Thank you Napleton Ford!!
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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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 Active
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I needed a Ford dealership to take care of a couple of
I needed a Ford dealership to take care of a couple of recall notices on a 2023 Bronco I purchased used from a non Ford dealership a year ago. I had received a brochure from Hawk Ford in St.Charles, Illinois, and decided to give them a try. To make a long story short, customer service arranged for a pickup of my vehicle at my home the very next day as well as a more than reasonable time frame for the repair, and then delivered my vehicle back to my home about a half hour ahead of the originally scheduled time frame. Because of the fact that I needed recall repair work, there was no charge for either the pickup and delivery, or the actual repairs.The courtesy and customer service extended to me actually left.me speechless. All I have left to say is, I now have a Ford dealership I can rely on. Thanks again Hawk Ford.
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Eduardo Del Rio helped me buy my ford explorer and made
Eduardo Del Rio helped me buy my ford explorer and made sure it was in my own liking
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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This was the BEST experience I’ve ever had at a
This was the BEST experience I’ve ever had at a dealership. I had been in communication with Woody and he followed through on everything he said. This transaction went perfect and speedy.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Rick made my buying experience very easy.
Rick made my buying experience very easy. He was very kind, knowledgeable, and answered all my questions.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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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 ST-Line
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Thank you Mike and Jonny for helping my husband get his
Thank you Mike and Jonny for helping my husband get his new truck!! Mike thank you for your great service and Jonny for wrapping it up to get on the rode!! Everybody else was all smiles and very welcoming...
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $46,811 | 15 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $33,469 | 29 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $29,289 | 31 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $26,847 | 15 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $24,604 | 18 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $16,092 | 10 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,914 | 16 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.
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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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs by city
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Glen Ellyn, IL
1 Great Deal out of 709 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Winfield, IL
1 Great Deal out of 662 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Carol Stream, IL
1 Great Deal out of 662 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Lisle, IL
1 Great Deal out of 718 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Glendale Heights, IL
1 Great Deal out of 662 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Warrenville, IL
1 Great Deal out of 675 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Lombard, IL
1 Great Deal out of 745 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Downers Grove, IL
1 Great Deal out of 720 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Bloomingdale, IL
1 Great Deal out of 647 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in West Chicago, IL
1 Great Deal out of 662 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Villa Park, IL
1 Great Deal out of 745 listings starting at $37,132
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2026 Ford Explorer SUVs in Oakbrook Terrace, IL
1 Great Deal out of 734 listings starting at $37,132
Ford Explorer trims
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Ford Explorer 2026 Active (100A) 4WD
238 listings starting at $38,490
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Ford Explorer 2026 ST 4WD
168 listings starting at $52,490
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Ford Explorer 2026 ST-Line 4WD
1 Great Deal out of 112 listings starting at $42,848
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Ford Explorer 2026 Platinum 4WD
91 listings starting at $50,736
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Ford Explorer 2026 Tremor 4WD
65 listings starting at $45,348
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