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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FM5K7D86JGA55940
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $2,134 above typical price
Santa Ana, CA
Listed at
$17,125
typical market $14,991 · 387 comps
This 2018 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $17,125 with 67,828 miles in Santa Ana, CA.
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Sold by Carin Auto
602 North Harbor Boulevard, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Hours: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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VIN report
2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FM5K7D86JGA55940
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
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Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
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Market price range
Based on 387 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 30, 2026This vehicle · $17,125
Below market
$10,457
Typical price
$14,991
Above market
$19,218
This vehicle: $17,125 — $2,134 above the typical market price ($14,991)
Asking $17,125 · typical market price $14,991 · based on 387 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Aug 26, 2026 · $16,990
Sep 27, 2026 · $16,990
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN 1FM5K7D86JGA55940, spanning 32 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carin Auto | Santa Ana, CA 92703 | $17,125 | 67,828 mi | 2026-08-30 | 3 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carin Auto | Santa Ana, CA 92703 | $16,990 | 67,828 mi | 2026-09-03 | 26 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K7D86JGA55940Trim
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
$4,177
Fuel
$11,050
Insurance
$6,800
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$27,527
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 softened $680 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 | $16,450 |
| August 2026 | $16,354 |
| September 2026 | $15,990 |
| October 2026 | $16,290 |
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2018 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 3, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2018 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2018 Buick Enclave has the lowest median asking price ($16,194, 512 listings with photos) and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK the highest ($19,828, 1,470 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 3, 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
$17,125Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $14,995 · 1,158 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $12,846–$17,500
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: XLT · 67,828 mi · view VIN
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Explorer XLT | $14,995 | $12,846–$17,500 | 1,158 |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $16,361 | $13,995–$18,995 | 2,843 |
| 2018 Dodge Durango All trims | $16,998 | $14,290–$19,995 | 879 |
| 2018 Honda Pilot All trims | $18,200 | $15,939–$20,710 | 806 |
| 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK All trims | $19,828 | $17,708–$22,411 | 1,470 |
| 2018 Buick Enclave All trims | $16,194 | $13,995–$18,790 | 512 |
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 3, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 4 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 | 1,314 | $17,300 | 100% | 100,407 mi |
| 2018 | 2,647 | $15,794 | 91% | 104,049 mi |
| 2017 | 2,780 | $13,896 | 80% | 114,808 mi |
| 2016 | 2,170 | $11,999 | 69% | 122,228 mi |
| 2015 | 1,298 | $10,204 | 59% | 131,580 mi |
| 2014 | 1,044 | $9,050 | 52% | 137,866 mi |
| 2013 | 819 | $8,250 | 48% | 147,795 mi |
| 2012 | 251 | $7,995 | 46% | 150,225 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
