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2026 Ford Explorer

2026 Ford Explorer

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Overview

The Ford Explorer is highly ranked among similar vehicles, particularly in terms of safety and family suitability. It holds the top spot on the Safest SUVs with 3 Rows list, outperforming 32 other models. This suggests it is an excellent choice for those prioritizing safety, especially for families with children. Additionally, it is also ranked first on the Best Family 7-Seater SUVs list, beating 27 other models. This indicates that the Ford Explorer is not only a safe choice, but also a practical and comfortable one for larger families. Overall, the Ford Explorer appears to be a leading choice in its category.

2026 Ford Explorer Ratings

Ford Explorer
Overall Score: 8.200000 / 10
Reliability: 7.300000 / 10
Retained Value: 7.400000 / 10
Safety: 9.999999 / 10

Ford Explorer Reliability Rating

Ford Explorer suv
Reliability Score: 8.179798558555477 / 10
Average Lifespan (years): 9.386747332287646
Average Lifespan (miles): 139770.9037854545 miles
Typical Miles Driven per Year: 12548.0147405199 miles
Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 0.14516851428053815
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Ford Explorer Depreciation and Resale Value

Ford Explorer
$ Depreciation: 19263.262514531
% Depreciation: 0.5007997534
% Residual Value: 0.49920024659999995
$ Resale Value: 19201.737485469
% Typical All Midsize SUVs Depreciation: 0.46255537728091
All Midsize SUVs Depreciation Range: 0.253625755 - 0.5287706117
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2026 Ford Explorer Rankings

Ford Explorer
#1 of 33 in Safest SUVs with 3 Rows
#1 of 16 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k
#1 of 16 in Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k
#1 of 10 in Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k
#1 of 10 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k
#2 of 66 in Safest Crossover SUVs
#2 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower
#2 of 33 in Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows
#2 of 31 in Safest Midsize SUVs
#2 of 15 in Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k
#2 of 15 in Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k
#3 of 66 in Best Family Crossover SUVs
#3 of 31 in Best Family Midsize SUVs
#4 of 33 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows
#4 of 31 in Best Midsize SUVs
#5 of 33 in Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows
#6 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space
#6 of 33 in Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows
#6 of 31 in Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs
#6 of 31 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower
#6 of 29 in Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows
#7 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs
#7 of 31 in Most Reliable Midsize SUVs
#7 of 31 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space
#7 of 29 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money
#8 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs for Towing
#8 of 26 in Best Midsize SUVs for the Money
#8 of 26 in Most Affordable Midsize SUVs
#11 of 66 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs
#11 of 31 in Best Midsize SUVs for Towing
#11 of 31 in Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs
#12 of 66 in Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs
#13 of 33 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower
#14 of 33 in Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows
#14 of 31 in Best Off-road Midsize SUVs
#15 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People
#15 of 31 in Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People
#16 of 66 in Best Off-road Crossover SUVs
#17 of 33 in Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows
#18 of 33 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space
#19 of 33 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing
#21 of 33 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People
#25 of 54 in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money
#27 of 33 in SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
#27 of 31 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom
#28 of 31 in Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
#31 of 33 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom
#35 of 66 in Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs
#38 of 54 in Most Affordable Crossover SUVs
#47 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom
#63 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

2026 Ford Explorer Trims

Trim Engine Drive Train MSRP
Active 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 38465
AWD Active 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 40465
Platinum 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 50965
AWD Platinum 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 52965
AWD Police Interceptor Utility 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 48550
ST 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder RWD 54905
AWD ST 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 56905
ST-Line 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 45155
AWD ST-Line 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 47155
AWD Tremor 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 48465
AWD Tremor 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 48465

Used Car Pricing

Ford Explorer


Here's what the prices look like for a used Ford Explorer for different model years. A 3-year-old used Ford Explorer averages 33206.800013 while a 5-year-old used Ford Explorer is 26281.434389.

Model Year (Age) Avg Used Car Price
2025 Ford Explorer (1 year old) 45251.974623
2024 Ford Explorer (2 years old) 34014.061884
2023 Ford Explorer (3 years old) 33206.800013
2022 Ford Explorer (4 years old) 31024.619154
2021 Ford Explorer (5 years old) 26281.434389
2020 Ford Explorer (6 years old) 23939.922459
2019 Ford Explorer (7 years old) 19060.482721
2018 Ford Explorer (8 years old) 17391.334684
2017 Ford Explorer (9 years old) 14902.297518
2016 Ford Explorer (10 years old) 13302.550251

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