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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FM5K7D85JGC22398
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $1,709 above typical price
Montgomery, AL
Listed at
$16,699
typical market $14,990 · 230 comps
This 2018 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $16,699 with 81,702 miles in Montgomery, AL.
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Sold by Capitol Chevrolet Montgomery
Montgomery, AL 36117
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VIN report
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FM5K7D85JGC22398
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
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Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
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Past prices, dealers & listing photos
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Market price range
Based on 230 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 22, 2026This vehicle · $16,699
Below market
$10,400
Typical price
$14,990
Above market
$19,202
This vehicle: $16,699 — $1,709 above the typical market price ($14,990)
Asking $16,699 · typical market price $14,990 · based on 230 comparable same-build listings.
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Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Chevrolet Montgomery | Montgomery, AL 36117 | $16,699 | 81,702 mi | 2026-09-19 | 12 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Acura | Roswell, GA 30076 | $16,989 | 69,233 mi | 2025-10-30 | 320 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K7D85JGC22398Trim
XLT
Engine
Horsepower
290
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
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
$4,073
Fuel
$11,050
Insurance
$4,760
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$25,383
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 August 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
Check accident & title history →
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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 August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $952 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $16,950 |
| May 2026 | $16,974 |
| June 2026 | $16,862 |
| July 2026 | $16,485 |
| August 2026 | $16,490 |
| September 2026 | $15,998 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2018 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 23, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2018 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has the lowest median asking price ($14,999, 777 listings with photos) and the 2018 Dodge Durango the highest ($17,275, 576 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 23, 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
2018 Ford Explorer
XLT · United States
$16,699Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $15,100 · 783 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $12,995–$17,682
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$576 higher median
2018 Dodge Durango
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$17,275Median asking price · 576 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$14,897–$20,690
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Explorer XLT | $15,100 | $12,995–$17,682 | 783 |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $16,494 | $14,408–$18,995 | 1,930 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Traverse All trims | $14,999 | $12,995–$17,665 | 777 |
| 2018 GMC Acadia All trims | $15,076 | $12,900–$18,176 | 578 |
| 2018 Dodge Durango All trims | $17,275 | $14,897–$20,690 | 576 |
| 2018 Buick Enclave All trims | $16,600 | $14,499–$19,230 | 353 |
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 23, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 5 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 | 1,272 | $17,594 | 100% | 99,092 mi |
| 2018 | 2,407 | $15,876 | 90% | 104,072 mi |
| 2017 | 2,191 | $13,995 | 80% | 111,803 mi |
| 2016 | 2,081 | $12,311 | 70% | 122,117 mi |
| 2015 | 1,250 | $10,492 | 60% | 131,184 mi |
| 2014 | 808 | $9,500 | 54% | 136,664 mi |
| 2013 | 802 | $8,440 | 48% | 147,317 mi |
| 2012 | 244 | $7,948 | 45% | 152,250 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
