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2026 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Wheeling, 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 ST-Line
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Great service
Everyone was friendly. Took care of what needed to be done. Didn't have to wear a mask. Made sure i was ok and didn't need anything since it was longer than expected with brakes
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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Consistently good, friendly, knowledgeable service.
Consistently good, friendly, knowledgeable service. I’ve been a customer for several years, and appreciate the excellent crew at AH Ford.
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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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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-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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HUGE SHOUTOUT TO ALEX @ Wickstrom!
HUGE SHOUTOUT TO ALEX @ Wickstrom! Truly made the entire process smooth Alex was extremely helpful, patient, and made the car-buying process easy and stress free. Thank you for everything!
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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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-Line
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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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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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Eduardo was fantastic at Huntley Ford!
Eduardo was fantastic at Huntley Ford! He was patient and knowledgeable while helping me choose my new Ford F-150. Highly recommend!
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2026 Ford Explorer Active
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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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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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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...
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Everything went well.
Everything went well. Only took 2.5 hours from in the door to driving home with a new car, including a trade in and financing.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST
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I had a wonderful car buying experience!
I had a wonderful car buying experience! 10 out of 10 would recommend buy a new or used car here!
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We purchased a used car from them.
We purchased a used car from them. They made the process so easy! They provided personalized service. Everyone was friendly and professional. The whole experience was positive.
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Oil change
I like Metro. They're veey helpful. The service area was clean and COVID clean w/sanitizers. I bought my car there also. It was quick and easy.
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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Schaumburg ford is awesome
This is my Second purchase with them, they have a excellent team and overall great experience with tons of details explained.
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I definitely recommend Hopkins Ford!!
I bought a new 2023 F-150 XLT from Hopkins Ford today. Jaden was my salesman, and he knew every question I had right away. He was extremely helpful, and was an awesome salesman. I’m very happy to do business with him, and Hopkins Ford. We couldn’t find a price that was going to work for me, but we kept talking for 5 more days, and they kept working harder and harder to get the truck to me at the price I needed it. They were finally able to make it work, and I’m very grateful that they worked so hard for me. I will absolutely be buying more cars from them in the future. I would 100% recommend this dealer, and Jaden as your salesman. Thanks Jaden!
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $47,221 | 14 Great deals |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $34,279 | 9 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $33,646 | 16 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $29,971 | 31 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $27,191 | 19 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $25,516 | 13 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | $19,412 | 7 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $15,641 | 6 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $15,265 | 10 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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