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2026 Ford Explorer
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near
Winnetka, 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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After totaling the family vehicle we called Rae and told
After totaling the family vehicle we called Rae and told her what we were looking for as a replacement. Within a few day we were in the dealership signing for a new Escape. She was polite, extremely knowledgeable, and easy to work with. We will recommend Rae Smith and Wickstrom in the future.
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Always appreciative of the service department at
Always appreciative of the service department at Willowbrook Kia. Diana always does a great job making the experience painless, explains things clearly, and is very friendly. And the work is always done well. Thanks!
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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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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Golf mill ford is top notch I have bought 10 vehicles now
Golf mill ford is top notch I have bought 10 vehicles now 11 since 1986 from these guys always take care of me always give me the best deals can't get any better mark Joanne nick Bryan damien and Johnny I would not go any where else GARY KLUMAK Loyal to this dealership will always buy here
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2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
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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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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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Best dealership in town.
Best dealership in town. There’s no other dealer in Illinois that compares to this one. I’m a passionate automobile enthusiast with no patience for xx and THIS dealer has NONE of that. I walked in and I was greeted softly and warmly by the front desk discussing the reason for my visit and understanding if I was browsing or looking for something specific. When I spoke about a specific vehicle I wanted I was referred to Tiffany the sales manager. She was as warm and welcoming as the front desk people were. Tiffany paid careful attention to what I wanted and what I was looking for. I never felt rushed or pressured. I felt MY time and what I wanted is what mattered to her, which it did! She introduced me to her product specialist Roland ( With a cool Cowboy hat and a great sense of humor to accompany it). While Roland knew full well I wasn’t in the market to buy a car in the near future he still spent almost 2 hours with me discussing my options, my needs, and how to get those needs taken care of. By the end of my visit, Roland helped me place an order for the exact vehicle I want. Despite not making a sale that day, they invested those nearly 2 hours in MY NEEDS and they showed me how much MY time meant to them. I’m almost 40 years old and I’ve never purchased a brand new car before in my life, and you know what? This is the place that’s going to happen and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Roland for explaining things so well and exploring everything down to the last detail to get me what I want and what I need. Bob Rohrmans Ford will be my first new car purchase and I’m confident it wont be my last. If you appreciate a no pressure environment that cares about your time, your needs, and communicates things clearly and easily….. This is the place for you
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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
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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 ST-Line
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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 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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2026 Ford Explorer Active (200A)
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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 Tremor
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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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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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It is good to have good people work for you.
I had a positive experience with Al Piemonte Ford in Melrose Park. I just lost my father. My dad did business with them when he was alive, and recommended them. Eddie Rodriguez was the sales agent that took care of him. He remembered me, was compassionate, knowledgeable, helpful and expedited the transaction in a fair manner. Thank you.
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We had a great salesperson - Elliot S.
We had a great salesperson - Elliot S. and he was very helpful, and Al P. was great for the financial portion. Both worked hand in hand to make a great buying experience!
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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 .
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awesome sales people and awesome experience
Adal and Ignacio were very very very helpful and energetic i would recommend them for all my purchases and all my families and friends purchases i will tell everyone about them and that hopkins ford is the best dealership ever and gives awesome deals and makes dreams happen!
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Profesional service and resourceful financing .
Profesional service and resourceful financing . Great dealer wouid buy again and highly recommended. Joel Sales and Owner were extremely patient and helpful l
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2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
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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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Such a great experience working with Josh and the Lincoln
Such a great experience working with Josh and the Lincoln team on purchasing a new Nautilus
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $45,969 | 11 Great deals |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $37,225 | 6 Good deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $32,096 | 50 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $29,923 | 13 Great deals |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | $25,561 | 6 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $24,170 | 5 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | $20,310 | 3 Good deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $15,624 | 14 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,394 | 11 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 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 4WD | Active w/200A Pkg 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 |
| 21 |
| Engine |
| 400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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