2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
1FM5K8HT9JGA35833
FAIR PRICE
· within $456 of the typical market price
White Bear Lake, MN
This 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum is listed at $19,444 with 103,361 miles in White Bear Lake, MN.
Market price range
Based on 164 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 18, 2026This vehicle: $19,444 — within $456 of the typical market price ($19,900)
Asking $19,444 · typical market price $19,900 · based on 164 comparable same-build listings.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Ford White Bear Lake | White Bear Lake, MN 55110 | $19,444 | 103,361 mi | 2026-08-15 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K8HT9JGA35833- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✓ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
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See the factory equipment and MSRP for this VIN →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.
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Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2018 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of July 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 July 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market firmed $322 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $16,500 |
| April 2026 | $16,988 |
| May 2026 | $16,988 |
| June 2026 | $16,900 |
| July 2026 | $16,591 |
| August 2026 | $16,822 |
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 Platinum (this car) | $19,444 | 164 | — |
| 2017 Chevrolet Equinox | $12,443 | 14 | −$7,001 |
| 2018 Honda CR-V | $20,338 | 14 | +$894 |
| 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $18,598 | 12 | −$846 |
| 2018 Toyota Highlander | $25,148 | 12 | +$5,704 |
| 2017 Ford Escape | $12,604 | 10 | −$6,840 |
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 | 1,003 | $17,495 | 100% | 99,043 mi |
| 2018 | 1,762 | $15,998 | 91% | 103,187 mi |
| 2017 | 1,872 | $13,995 | 80% | 111,696 mi |
| 2016 | 1,888 | $12,131 | 69% | 121,368 mi |
| 2015 | 802 | $10,202 | 58% | 130,976 mi |
| 2014 | 603 | $9,499 | 54% | 134,065 mi |
| 2013 | 656 | $8,500 | 49% | 145,288 mi |
| 2012 | 151 | $7,995 | 46% | 152,033 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
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