2018 Ford Explorer
1FTBW2CV8JKA94967
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by The Frederick Motor Company
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Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 8, 2026Listings
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Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($23,523)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FTBW2CV8JKA94967- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 21 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2018 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2018 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 21 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
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SEATSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020…NHTSA campaign 19V633000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel.NHTSA campaign 18V807000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.NHTSA campaign 21V316000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2018 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $527 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $16,958 |
| May 2026 | $16,977 |
| June 2026 | $16,890 |
| July 2026 | $16,500 |
| August 2026 | $16,560 |
| September 2026 | $16,431 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Explorer (this car) | $23,523 | 4 | — |
| 2017 Chrysler Pacifica | $16,017 | 2 | −$7,506 |
| 2018 Nissan NV | $20,240 | 2 | −$3,283 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2011–2019What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,212 | $17,594 | 100% | 98,519 mi |
| 2018 | 1,824 | $15,997 | 91% | 104,261 mi |
| 2017 | 2,011 | $13,995 | 80% | 112,981 mi |
| 2016 | 2,031 | $12,289 | 70% | 122,361 mi |
| 2015 | 1,024 | $10,490 | 60% | 131,075 mi |
| 2014 | 914 | $9,592 | 55% | 137,391 mi |
| 2013 | 747 | $8,500 | 48% | 147,485 mi |
| 2012 | 233 | $7,844 | 45% | 151,911 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
