3-row midsize SUV · Gas
Ford Explorer
ST-Line
Starting MSRP
$42,500
MPG city/hwy
21 / 28
Seats
7
Cargo
18.2 cu-ft
Drivetrain
AWD
0–60 mph
6.8s
Powertrain
GAS
Segment
3-row midsize SUV
Model year
2026
The 3-row SUV for someone who still wants to enjoy the drive: its RWD-based platform gives it sharper handling than most family haulers.
Pros
- More engaging to drive than most 3-row SUVs
- 5,300 lb towing on ST-Line
- Strong turbo engine options
Cons
- Reliability scores below segment average
- Third row best for kids, not adults
- Ride firmer than Highlander/Palisade
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| Year | Condition | Color | Mileage | Dealer | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2014 | Used | Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | 97,676 mi | AutoNation Volvo Cars San JoseSan Jose, CA | $11,495 | |
 | 2017 | Used | Smoked Quartz Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | 91,564 mi | Porsche FremontFremont, CA | $15,288 | |
 | 2020 | Used | Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | 49,799 mi | Audi FremontFremont, CA | $25,474 | |
 | 2021 | Used | Carbonized Gray Metallic | 98,435 mi | Mercedes-Benz of San JoseSan Jose, CA | $21,995 | |
 | 2017 | Used | Shadow Black | 145,406 mi | AutoNation Ford TorranceTorrance, CA | $9,985 | |
 | 2022 | Used | Carbonized Gray Metallic | 109,865 mi | Land Rover South Bay/ Jaguar South Bay Authorized ServiceTorrance, CA | $16,345 | |
 | 2023 | Certified Pre-Owned | Stone Blue Metallic | 25,044 mi | AutoNation Ford TorranceTorrance, CA | $27,990 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Space White Metallic | 10 mi | AutoNation Ford TorranceTorrance, CA | $40,745 | |
 | 2017 | Used | Shadow Black | 139,744 mi | Lexus of CerritosCerritos, CA | $12,790 | |
 | 2025 | Used | Star White Metallic Tri-Coat | 16,018 mi | Lexus of CerritosCerritos, CA | $47,845 | |
 | 2018 | Used | Magnetic Metallic | 72,887 mi | AutoNation Chevrolet ValenciaValencia, CA | $15,399 | |
 | 2018 | Used | Ingot Silver Metallic | 83,445 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $16,983 | |
 | 2024 | Used | Star White Metallic Tri-Coat | 95,005 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $30,990 | |
 | 2023 | Used | Iconic Silver Metallic | 51,756 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $32,645 | |
 | 2020 | Used | Silver Spruce Metallic | 93,410 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $23,345 | |
 | 2021 | Used | Atlas Blue Metallic | 40,255 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $33,573 | |
 | 2021 | Used | Oxford White | 161,165 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $13,995 | |
 | 2020 | Used | Magnetic Metallic | 94,375 mi | AutoNation Honda ValenciaValencia, CA | $17,305 | |
 | 2021 | Used | Star White Metallic Tri-Coat | 69,665 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $23,706 | |
 | 2025 | Used | Agate Black Metallic | 17,115 mi | AutoNation Ford ValenciaValencia, CA | $32,585 |
Affordability calculator
Can you afford the Ford Explorer?
Estimated monthly payment
$807/mo
Amount financed
$41,225
Sales tax
$2,975
Total interest
$7,172
Total paid over term
$48,397
20/4/10 rule of thumb (0/2)
- ×20% or more down
- ×48-month term or shorter
A common budgeting guideline: put 20% down, finance for 4 years or less, and keep the payment at or under 10% of your gross monthly income. This estimate excludes insurance, fuel, and maintenance, and your actual APR depends on credit and lender.
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