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2012 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FMHK7D96CGA40802
GOOD DEAL
· $1,685 below typical price
Beaumont, TX
Listed at
$6,487
typical market $8,172 · 8 comps
This 2012 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $6,487 with 172,994 miles in Beaumont, TX.
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Sold by Classic Acura
1000 Ih-10 North, Beaumont, TX 77703
Hours: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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VIN report
2012 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FMHK7D96CGA40802
Accidents
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Title
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Mileage
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Market price range
Based on 8 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 24, 2026This vehicle · $6,487
Below market
$3,780
Typical price
$8,172
Above market
$9,745
This vehicle: $6,487 — $1,685 below the typical market price ($8,172)
Asking $6,487 · typical market price $8,172 · based on 8 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Sep 1, 2026 · $6,487
Sep 24, 2026 · $6,487
Asking prices recorded across 8 listing dates for VIN 1FMHK7D96CGA40802, spanning 23 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Acura | Beaumont, TX 77703 | $6,487 | 172,994 mi | 2026-09-24 | 22 h ago |
| Classic Chevrolet Beaumont | Beaumont, TX 77706 | $6,712 | 172,994 mi | 2026-09-22 | 3 h ago |
| Classic Southeast Texas | Beaumont, TX 77706 | $6,913 | 172,994 mi | 2026-09-01 | 9 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Chevrolet | Beaumont, TX 77704 | $6,913 | 172,994 mi | 2026-09-04 | 1 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMHK7D96CGA40802Trim
XLT
Engine
2.0L · V4
Horsepower
240
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2012
Made by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
19
MPG
City
17
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
$2,450
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$12,250
Insurance
$6,800
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$26,050
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Overall
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2012 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
7 recall campaigns on this model year
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.NHTSA campaign 19V435000
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WHEELSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017…NHTSA campaign 17E048000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles.NHTSA campaign 15V171000
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 2012 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 2012 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $487 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $7,987 |
| May 2026 | $7,930 |
| June 2026 | $7,999 |
| July 2026 | $7,688 |
| August 2026 | $7,500 |
| September 2026 | $7,500 |
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As of September 24, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2012 GMC Acadia has the lowest median asking price ($6,500, 227 listings with photos) and the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder the highest ($7,999, 51 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2012 Ford Explorer
XLT · United States
$6,487Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $8,199 · 76 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $6,500–$9,122
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: XLT · 172,994 mi · view VIN
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Explorer XLT | $8,199 | $6,500–$9,122 | 76 |
| 2012 Jeep Liberty All trims | $6,995 | $5,498–$8,995 | 222 |
| 2012 Buick Enclave All trims | $6,995 | $5,900–$8,950 | 180 |
| 2012 Nissan Murano All trims | $6,969 | $5,499–$8,585 | 149 |
| 2012 GMC Acadia All trims | $6,500 | $5,000–$8,605 | 227 |
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder All trims | $7,999 | $5,990–$9,400 | 51 |
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 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 2 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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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 | 1,300 | $17,499 | 100% | 99,119 mi |
| 2018 | 2,062 | $15,900 | 91% | 104,037 mi |
| 2017 | 2,305 | $13,991 | 80% | 112,097 mi |
| 2016 | 2,130 | $12,199 | 70% | 122,904 mi |
| 2015 | 1,270 | $10,496 | 60% | 130,195 mi |
| 2014 | 799 | $9,500 | 54% | 136,271 mi |
| 2013 | 823 | $8,348 | 48% | 147,880 mi |
| 2012 | 247 | $7,908 | 45% | 150,200 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
