2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT
1FMZU70E53UB96817
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Last listed by Discount Auto LLC
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- Sat
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2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT
VIN 1FMZU70E53UB96817
Market price range
Based on 5 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 25, 2026Love this car? See what else is out there.
2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT for sale near MerrillvilleIN
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Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 1FMZU70E53UB96817, spanning 8 days.
Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Merrillville, IN 46410 | $3,900 | 166,875 mi | 2026-03-23 | 107 d ago |
| Discount Auto LLC | Merrillville, IN 46410 | $3,900 | 166,875 mi | 2026-03-16 | 107 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMZU70E53UB96817Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 16 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 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 2003 Ford Explorer Sport has 1 recall campaign as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 2 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 16 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 2-DR
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.NHTSA campaign 06E026000
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 2003 Ford Explorer Sport from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 3, 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT (this car) | $6,999 | 5 | — |
| 2005 Honda CR-V | $4,995 | 3 | −$2,004 |
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $5,999 | 2 | −$1,000 |
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | $6,449 | 2 | −$550 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
