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2016 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN
1FM5K8F89GGC48871
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $3,578 above typical price
Franklin, NC
Listed at
$15,577
typical market $11,999 · 193 comps
This 2016 Ford Explorer Limited is listed at $15,577 in Franklin, NC.
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Sold by Duvall Auto Sales
Franklin, NC 28734
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2016 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN 1FM5K8F89GGC48871
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
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Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
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Market price range
Based on 193 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 15, 2026This vehicle · $15,577
Below market
$8,495
Typical price
$11,999
Above market
$15,995
This vehicle: $15,577 — $3,578 above the typical market price ($11,999)
Asking $15,577 · typical market price $11,999 · based on 193 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $422 (−2.6%) over 26 days.
Aug 20, 2026 · $15,999
Sep 15, 2026 · $15,577
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 1FM5K8F89GGC48871, spanning 26 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duvall Auto Sales | Franklin, NC 28734 | $15,577 | — | 2026-09-15 | 4 h ago |
| Duvall Chevrolet | Clayton, GA 30525 | $15,577 | 141,611 mi | 2026-08-27 | 1 d ago |
| Duvall Ford Company | Clayton, GA 30525 | $15,577 | 141,611 mi | 2026-08-20 | 2 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duvall Auto Sales | Franklin, NC 28734 | $15,999 | — | 2026-08-20 | 24 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K8F89GGC48871Trim
Limited
Engine
Horsepower
290
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2016
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
16
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 2016 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Depreciation
$1,780
Fuel
$12,250
Insurance
$4,335
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$23,865
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2016 Ford Explorer has 15 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2016 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
15 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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SEATSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat.NHTSA campaign 16V475000
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 2016 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 2016 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market firmed $38 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $12,556 |
| May 2026 | $12,902 |
| June 2026 | $12,790 |
| July 2026 | $12,774 |
| August 2026 | $12,577 |
| September 2026 | $12,594 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2016 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 15, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2016 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2016 Buick Enclave has the lowest median asking price ($11,168, 326 listings with photos) and the 2016 Dodge Durango the highest ($13,999, 240 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 15, 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
2016 Ford Explorer
Limited · United States
$15,577Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $12,270 · 381 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $9,991–$14,494
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ford Explorer Limited | $12,270 | $9,991–$14,494 | 381 |
| 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $13,016 | $10,950–$15,694 | 807 |
| 2016 Nissan Murano All trims | $12,195 | $9,950–$14,365 | 361 |
| 2016 Buick Enclave All trims | $11,168 | $8,979–$12,995 | 326 |
| 2016 Dodge Durango All trims | $13,999 | $10,999–$16,497 | 240 |
| 2016 Mazda CX-9 All trims | $13,199 | $11,500–$15,440 | 144 |
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 15, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 1 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 | 1,282 | $17,594 | 100% | 98,308 mi |
| 2018 | 1,959 | $15,998 | 91% | 104,781 mi |
| 2017 | 2,371 | $13,991 | 80% | 112,871 mi |
| 2016 | 2,081 | $12,361 | 70% | 122,825 mi |
| 2015 | 1,245 | $10,617 | 60% | 130,543 mi |
| 2014 | 961 | $9,499 | 54% | 137,451 mi |
| 2013 | 789 | $8,499 | 48% | 150,030 mi |
| 2012 | 182 | $7,995 | 45% | 151,076 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
