$472 lower median
2026 Hyundai Palisade
$49,753Median asking price · 7,034 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$46,800–$52,996
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2026 Ford Explorer prices in the U.S.
$50,106
Median asking price
19,029 active listings · Updated September 23, 2026
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National price overview
Typical asking price range
$44,484 – $55,795 All 19,029 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$50,106Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 23, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2026 Ford Explorer in the U.S. is $45,544, based on 3,091 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median asking price for a 2026 Ford Explorer in the U.S. is $50,106 based on 19,029 active listings.
19,029 active dealer listings
Snapshot September 23, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: +$1,478.
Typical: $44,484–$55,795 — the middle half of 19,029 asking prices
Median $50,106
$36K low
$65K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$45,544
Pre-owned median (3,091)
$50,788
New median (15,938)
947
Average mileage
What moves the price
Trim
The Active typically asks $43,726, while the ST asks $58,783 — same year, same market.
Observed spread: up to $15,057Location
Active-listing medians are $46,050 in Alabama (502 active listings) and $58,744 in Wyoming (58 active listings). Mileage, trim and condition differ; this is not an estimate of savings from buying in another state.
Observed spread: up to $12,694New vs pre-owned
New examples ask about $50,788; pre-owned typically $45,544.
Observed spread: up to $5,244About these price differences
The $44,484–$55,795 typical range isn't randomness — three factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Trim. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2026 Ford Explorer. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
Trim
Estimated asking price · All trims
$50,106
$44,484
–
$55,795
19,029 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 19,029 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2026 Ford Explorer listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $50,106
2026 Ford Explorer
Active
$33,988
VIN 1FMUK7DHXTGB72032
−$16,118 · vs all-listings median
2026 Ford Explorer
Active
$33,871
VIN 1FMUK7DHXTGC18281
−$16,235 · vs all-listings median
2026 Ford Explorer
Active
$34,086
VIN 1FMUK7DH8TGB92621
−$16,020 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH8TGC45401 $34,525 −$15,581 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH5TGC23520 $35,124 −$14,982 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH6TGA67438 $34,702 −$15,404 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH3TGC19739 $39,974 −$10,132 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH3TGB02291 $34,149 −$15,957 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DHXTGA78510 $35,499 −$14,607 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH8TGC23687 $36,493 −$13,613 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH6TGA78326 $36,985 −$13,121 vs median
- Active VIN 1FMUK7DH2TGC33907 $37,865 −$12,241 vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2026 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 23, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2026 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2026 Mazda CX-90 has the lowest median asking price ($48,910, 6,183 listings with photos) and the 2026 Honda Pilot the highest ($53,295, 6,628 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 23, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2026 Ford Explorer
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 16,268 listings with photos, catalog median $50,225 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $44,673–$56,147
Photo: Active · 10 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
$1,315 lower median
2026 Mazda CX-90
$48,910Median asking price · 6,183 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$45,280–$52,519
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$3,070 higher median
2026 Honda Pilot
$53,295Median asking price · 6,628 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$48,845–$55,940
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Trailsport listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$80 lower median
2026 Honda Passport
$50,145Median asking price · 4,779 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$47,000–$54,342
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,409 higher median
2026 GMC Acadia
$51,634Median asking price · 4,006 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$46,935–$56,465
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Elevation listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Explorer All trims | see price overview above | $44,673–$56,147 | 16,268 |
| 2026 Hyundai Palisade All trims | $49,753 | $46,800–$52,996 | 7,034 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-90 All trims | $48,910 | $45,280–$52,519 | 6,183 |
| 2026 Honda Pilot All trims | $53,295 | $48,845–$55,940 | 6,628 |
| 2026 Honda Passport All trims | $50,145 | $47,000–$54,342 | 4,779 |
| 2026 GMC Acadia All trims | $51,634 | $46,935–$56,465 | 4,006 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 23, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 16 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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2026 Ford Explorer: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 19,029
Median asking price $50,106
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Compare all trims at the same mileage
Compare like-for-like mileage
United States · all states · September 23, 2026
Read across a row to compare trims at a similar odometer reading. Each price is the median asking price for that group, not a valuation of your exact car.
Scroll sideways to compare all trims. Mileage stays visible on the left.
| Mileage (odometer) | All listings | Active | ST-Line | ST | Tremor | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | $50,072 | $43,587 | $48,220 | $58,635 | $56,260 | $54,254 |
| 15K–30K miles | $40,995 | $39,112 | $40,892 | $54,112 | $48,882 | $46,310 |
| 30K–45K miles | $41,530 | $41,061 | $40,016 | $59,590 | — | $47,290 |
| 45K–60K miles | $52,340 | — | — | — | $52,340 | — |
“—” means insufficient data: at least 3 listings per trim and mileage band, or 5 for all trims combined. Equipment, condition and location can still differ within a row.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | 16,312 listings | $50,072 | $45K–$56K |
| 15K–30K miles | 245 listings | $40,995 | $39K–$43K |
| 30K–45K miles | 34 listings | $41,530 | $40K–$47K |
| 45K–60K miles | 7 listings | $52,340 | $47K–$55K |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
2026 Ford Explorer: price by trim
United States · all states · September 23, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active | 6,775 listings | $43,726 | $40K–$46K | |
| ST-Line | 3,611 listings | $47,898 | $45K–$51K | |
| ST | 3,248 listings | $58,783 | $56K–$63K | |
| Tremor | 2,689 listings | $56,331 | $52K–$61K | |
| Platinum | 2,254 listings | $54,349 | $51K–$58K | |
| Police | 447 listings | $50,825 | $51K–$51K |
Understand the differences
2026 Ford Explorer: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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Active 2.3L 4-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMUK8DH · year code T$44,939 Median asking price · U.S. 3,848 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Police 3.3L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FM5K8AB · year code T$50,825 Median asking price · U.S. 410 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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ST 3L 6-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: 1FMWK7GC · year code T$56,935 Median asking price · U.S. 227 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Platinum 2.3L 4-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMUK8HH · year code T$55,295 Median asking price · U.S. 1,526 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Police 3.3L 4-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FM5K8AW · year code T$46,763 Median asking price · U.S. 37 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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ST-Line 2.3L 4-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: 1FMUK7KH · year code T$45,845 Median asking price · U.S. 1,013 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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ST 3L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMWK8GC · year code T$59,147 Median asking price · U.S. 2,780 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Police 3L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FM5K8AC · year code T1,006 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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Tremor 3L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMWK8JC · year code T$59,544 Median asking price · U.S. 1,642 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Tremor 2.3L 4-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMUK8JH · year code T$49,995 Median asking price · U.S. 902 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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ST-Line 2.3L 4-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1FMUK8KH · year code T$48,584 Median asking price · U.S. 2,295 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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Active 2.3L 4-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: 1FMUK7DH · year code T$41,123 Median asking price · U.S. 2,205 priced listings · September 20, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2026 Ford Explorer factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2026 Ford Explorer is $49,665 (September 2026) — up 0.9% from $49,220 in October 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $49,665 | $44K–$56K | 21,338 |
| August 2026 | $48,443 | $43K–$55K | 33,368 |
| July 2026 | $48,479 | $44K–$55K | 35,843 |
| June 2026 | $49,040 | $44K–$55K | 34,547 |
| May 2026 | $49,500 | $45K–$56K | 33,476 |
| April 2026 | $48,854 | $44K–$55K | 30,079 |
| March 2026 | $48,490 | $43K–$55K | 35,791 |
| February 2026 | $48,180 | $44K–$55K | 31,641 |
| January 2026 | $49,090 | $44K–$56K | 26,430 |
| December 2025 | $49,495 | $45K–$56K | 21,632 |
| November 2025 | $49,443 | $44K–$56K | 15,908 |
| October 2025 | $49,220 | $44K–$55K | 12,828 |
2026 Ford Explorer prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2026 Ford Explorer for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 23, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
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The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 8 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.
Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.
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Listed this year counts every 2026 Ford Explorer first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Ford Explorer years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
An earlier model year
2025
Ford Explorer
Typical asking price
$39,490
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2026
Ford Explorer
Typical asking price
$50,106
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A newer model year
2027
Ford Explorer
Typical asking price
$51,341
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See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $51,341 Median
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You are here 2026 $50,106 Median
- 2025 $39,490 Median
- 2024 $34,900 Median
- 2023 $31,700 Median
- 2022 $28,158 Median
- 2021 $23,690 Median
- 2020 $21,995 Median
- 2019 $17,594 Median
- 2018 $15,876 Median
- 2017 $13,995 Median
- 2016 $12,311 Median
- 2015 $10,492 Median
- 2014 $9,500 Median
- 2013 $8,440 Median
- 2012 $7,948 Median
Showing the newest 16 priced model years plus your current year when older. Open the complete timeline below for older years.
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Nearby model years
2019
$17,594
2020
$21,995
2021
$23,690
2022
$28,158
2023
$31,700
2024
$34,900
2025
$39,490
2027
$51,341
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$779
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $4,373 down
Amount financed
$39,353
Total interest
$7,387
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- Check title and accident history
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- Review factory equipment
- Check recalls by VIN
Frequently asked questions
Why do 2026 Ford Explorer prices range from $36,410 to $64,605?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $44,484 and $55,795 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
Is $50,251 a good price for a 2026 Ford Explorer?
$50,251 is the market average as of September 23, 2026. The $50,106 median is a comparison point, not a deal rating. Compare the same trim and mileage band, and check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2026 Ford Explorer are for sale right now?
19,029 in total: 15,938 new (averaging $50,914) and 3,091 pre-owned (averaging $46,835). Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2026 Ford Explorer?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 19,029 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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