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2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
VIN
1FM5K8HT9JGC48653
FAIR PRICE
· within $318 of the typical market price
Mcalester, OK
Listed at
$18,609
typical market $18,927 · 218 comps
This 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum is listed at $18,609 with 120,046 miles in Mcalester, OK.
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Sold by Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM McAlester
916 S George Nigh Expy, Mcalester, OK 74501
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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2018 Ford Explorer Platinum
VIN 1FM5K8HT9JGC48653
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Market price range
Based on 218 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 1, 2026This vehicle · $18,609
Below market
$14,206
Typical price
$18,927
Above market
$23,337
This vehicle: $18,609 — within $318 of the typical market price ($18,927)
Asking $18,609 · typical market price $18,927 · based on 218 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Asking price over time
Oct 4, 2021 · $40,994
Sep 30, 2026 · $17,000
Asking prices recorded across 24 listing dates for VIN 1FM5K8HT9JGC48653, spanning 5 years.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM McAlester | Mcalester, OK 74501 | $18,609 | 120,046 mi | 2026-07-01 | 38 d ago |
| Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of McAlester | Mcalester, OK 74501 | $17,619 | 120,046 mi | 2026-07-01 | 21 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of McAlester | Mcalester, OK 74501 | $18,119 | 120,046 mi | 2026-07-01 | 21 h ago |
| Patriot CDJR McAlester | MCALESTER, OK 74501 | $42,888 | 18,442 mi | 2021-11-14 | 1772 d ago |
| Nelson Mazda - Tulsa | Tulsa, OK 74133 | $40,994 | 17,130 mi | 2021-10-06 | 1812 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K8HT9JGC48653Trim
Platinum
Engine
Horsepower
365
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Transmission
Automatic
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2018
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
21
MPG
City
18
MPG
Highway
25
MPG
$2,210
/yr est. fuel
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.
Depreciation
$4,539
Fuel
$11,050
Insurance
$5,525
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$26,614
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 September 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 21 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: 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
7 recall campaigns on this model year
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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 September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market firmed $7 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $16,970 |
| June 2026 | $16,849 |
| July 2026 | $16,448 |
| August 2026 | $16,371 |
| September 2026 | $15,995 |
| October 2026 | $16,977 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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As of October 2, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2018 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2018 GMC Acadia has the lowest median asking price ($15,148, 795 listings with photos) and the 2018 Honda Pilot the highest ($18,200, 796 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
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2018 Ford Explorer
Platinum · United States
$17,619Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $18,990 · 212 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $16,392–$21,497
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum | $18,990 | $16,392–$21,497 | 212 |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $16,295 | $13,998–$18,952 | 2,828 |
| 2018 Dodge Durango All trims | $16,995 | $14,207–$19,995 | 874 |
| 2018 GMC Acadia All trims | $15,148 | $12,900–$18,063 | 795 |
| 2018 Buick Enclave All trims | $15,999 | $13,995–$18,790 | 508 |
| 2018 Honda Pilot All trims | $18,200 | $15,989–$20,785 | 796 |
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: October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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