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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FM5K8D85JGC53401
FAIR PRICE
· within $209 of the typical market price
Listed at
$15,204
typical market $14,995 · 574 comps
This 2018 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $15,204 with 88,327 miles.
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Sold by Szott M59 Dodge Ram
2565 E.Highland Rd, Highland, MI 48356
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2018 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FM5K8D85JGC53401
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Market price range
Based on 574 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of November 8, 2026This vehicle · $15,204
Below market
$10,979
Typical price
$14,995
Above market
$19,615
This vehicle: $15,204 — within $209 of the typical market price ($14,995)
Asking $15,204 · typical market price $14,995 · based on 574 comparable same-build listings.
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Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szott M59 Dodge Ram | 48356 | $15,204 | 88,327 mi | 2026-09-28 | 1 d ago |
| Szott M-59 Dodge | Highland, MI 48356 | $15,160 | 88,327 mi | 2026-09-21 | 5 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szott M59 Dodge Ram | 48356 | $15,804 | 88,327 mi | 2026-09-28 | 6 d ago |
| Szott M59 Dodge Ram | Highland, MI 48356 | $16,204 | 88,327 mi | 2026-09-28 | 16 d ago |
| Szott M-59 Dodge | Highland, MI 48356 | $16,900 | 88,327 mi | 2026-09-19 | 30 d ago |
| Szott M59 Dodge | Highland Township, MI 48356 | $16,900 | 88,318 mi | 2026-09-11 | 36 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K8D85JGC53401Trim
XLT
Engine
Horsepower
290
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
$3,708
Fuel
$11,050
Insurance
$7,565
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$27,823
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 October 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 October 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $1,186 in that span.
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Oct
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Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | $16,791 |
| July 2026 | $16,367 |
| August 2026 | $16,218 |
| September 2026 | $15,837 |
| October 2026 | $15,890 |
| November 2026 | $15,605 |
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 November 9, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2018 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has the lowest median asking price ($14,900, 899 listings with photos) and the 2018 Dodge Durango the highest ($16,991, 703 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot November 9, 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
XLT · United States
$15,204Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $14,978 · 924 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $12,700–$17,165
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: XLT · 88,327 mi · view VIN
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$304 lower median
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$207 lower median
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$1,787 higher median
2018 Dodge Durango
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$16,991Median asking price · 703 qualifying listings
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$791 higher median
2018 Buick Enclave
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$15,995Median asking price · 428 qualifying listings
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Explorer XLT | $14,978 | $12,700–$17,165 | 924 |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $16,090 | $13,990–$18,695 | 2,326 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Traverse All trims | $14,900 | $12,461–$17,502 | 899 |
| 2018 GMC Acadia All trims | $14,997 | $12,900–$18,079 | 665 |
| 2018 Dodge Durango All trims | $16,991 | $14,267–$19,877 | 703 |
| 2018 Buick Enclave All trims | $15,995 | $13,950–$18,465 | 428 |
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: November 9, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 6 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 | 1,421 | $16,898 | 100% | 102,153 mi |
| 2018 | 2,220 | $15,474 | 92% | 103,862 mi |
| 2017 | 2,621 | $13,599 | 80% | 112,316 mi |
| 2016 | 2,139 | $11,900 | 70% | 123,699 mi |
| 2015 | 1,284 | $9,995 | 59% | 132,041 mi |
| 2014 | 979 | $8,995 | 53% | 140,020 mi |
| 2013 | 801 | $8,204 | 49% | 145,580 mi |
| 2012 | 240 | $7,987 | 47% | 149,648 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
