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2026 Ford Explorer

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Overview

The Ford Explorer is highly rated among similar vehicles, particularly in the categories of family 5-seater SUVs and American SUVs with 3 rows. It holds the top spot out of 55 in the Best Family 5-seater SUVs list, indicating its superior features, performance, and value for families. Additionally, it ranks first out of 17 on the Best American SUVs with 3 Rows list, demonstrating its excellence in providing spacious and comfortable seating for more passengers. These rankings suggest that the Ford Explorer is a leading choice for both family-friendly vehicles and larger, American-made SUVs.

2026 Ford Explorer Ratings

Ford Explorer
Overall Score: 8.4 / 10
Reliability: 7.5 / 10
Retained Value: 7.6 / 10
Safety: 10.0 / 10

Ford Explorer Reliability Rating

Ford Explorer suv
Reliability Score: 8.2 / 10
Average Lifespan (years): 9
Average Lifespan (miles): 140,154 miles
Typical Miles Driven per Year: 12,837 miles
Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 13.4%
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Ford Explorer Depreciation and Resale Value

Ford Explorer
$ Depreciation: $21,183
% Depreciation: 52.9%
% Residual Value: 47.1%
$ Resale Value: $18,867
% Typical All Midsize SUVs Depreciation: 50.1%
All Midsize SUVs Depreciation Range: 30.1% - 56.3%
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2026 Ford Explorer Rankings

Ford Explorer
#2 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower
#2 of 67 in Best Family Crossover SUVs
#2 of 67 in Safest Crossover SUVs
#2 of 34 in Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows
#2 of 34 in Safest SUVs with 3 Rows
#2 of 32 in Best Family Midsize SUVs
#2 of 32 in Safest Midsize SUVs
#5 of 34 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows
#5 of 32 in Best Midsize SUVs
#6 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space
#6 of 34 in Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows
#6 of 32 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower
#6 of 32 in Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs
#7 of 32 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space
#8 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs
#8 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs for Towing
#11 of 32 in Best Midsize SUVs for Towing
#11 of 32 in Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs
#11 of 30 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money
#12 of 67 in Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs
#13 of 34 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower
#14 of 34 in Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows
#14 of 32 in Most Reliable Midsize SUVs
#15 of 34 in Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows
#15 of 30 in Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows
#15 of 28 in Best Midsize SUVs for the Money
#16 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People
#16 of 32 in Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People
#18 of 34 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space
#18 of 32 in Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom
#19 of 34 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing
#19 of 28 in Most Affordable Midsize SUVs
#20 of 34 in Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People
#21 of 32 in Best Off-road Midsize SUVs
#24 of 67 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs
#24 of 34 in SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
#26 of 34 in SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom
#26 of 34 in Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows
#26 of 32 in Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
#30 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom
#31 of 67 in Best Off-road Crossover SUVs
#32 of 56 in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money
#37 of 67 in Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs
#49 of 56 in Most Affordable Crossover SUVs
#62 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

2026 Ford Explorer Trims

Trim Engine Drive Train MSRP
AWD Police Interceptor Utility 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 48550
Active 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 38330
Platinum 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 50830
ST-Line 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder RWD 45020
AWD Active 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 40330
AWD Platinum 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 52830
AWD Tremor 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 48330
AWD ST-Line 4dr SUV 4 Cylinder AWD 47020
ST 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder RWD 54770
AWD ST 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 56770
AWD Tremor 4dr SUV 6 Cylinder AWD 48330

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 $32,816 while a 5-year-old used Ford Explorer is $26,401.

Model Year (Age) Avg Used Car Price
2024 Ford Explorer (1 year old) $38,676
2023 Ford Explorer (2 years old) $34,016
2022 Ford Explorer (3 years old) $32,816
2021 Ford Explorer (4 years old) $29,150
2020 Ford Explorer (5 years old) $26,401
2019 Ford Explorer (6 years old) $20,789
2018 Ford Explorer (7 years old) $18,910
2017 Ford Explorer (8 years old) $16,431
2016 Ford Explorer (9 years old) $14,657
2015 Ford Explorer (10 years old) $12,657

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