FORD EXPLORER
1991–2026 · 487 trims available
At a Glance
EXPLORER OVERVIEW
Year Range
1991–2026
Total Configurations
487
Best MyCar Score
74.9 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$24,585–$58,250
Trim Levels
2026 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2026 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING EXPLORER TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLS | SUV | 16 | 199 | $27,392 | 66 |
| XLS Sport | SUV | 16 | 210 | $29,346 | 68 |
| XLT | SUV | 17 | 235 | $32,236 | 67 |
| NBX | SUV | 16 | 225 | $32,268 | 67 |
| XLT Sport | SUV | 15 | 225 | $32,495 | 67 |
| Base | SUV | 21 | 294 | $33,033 | 68 |
| Eddie Bauer | SUV | 16 | 210 | $33,532 | 66 |
| Limited | SUV | 17 | 242 | $38,680 | 66 |
| Active | SUV | 24 | 300 | $40,258 | 71 |
| Sport | SUV | 17 | 212 | $43,855 | 63 |
| ST-Line | SUV | 24 | 300 | $46,679 | 69 |
| Timberline | SUV | 21 | 300 | $48,186 | 66 |
| Tremor | SUV | 23 | 300 | $48,465 | 70 |
| ST | SUV | 20 | 400 | $52,653 | 68 |
| Limited Hybrid | SUV | 26 | 318 | $52,949 | 65 |
| Platinum Hybrid | SUV | 25 | 318 | $53,945 | 65 |
| Platinum | SUV | 21 | 362 | $54,266 | 65 |
| King Ranch | SUV | 21 | 391 | $54,733 | 64 |
| XL | SUV | 17 | 159 | N/A | 62 |
| Expedition | SUV | 15 | 160 | N/A | 61 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A EXPLORER
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $24,585 | $58,250 |
| MPG (combined) | 13 combined | 28 combined |
| Horsepower | 155 HP | 400 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 7 passengers |
| Body Types | SUV | SUV |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2009
Average MyCar Score: 72.6 · 1 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991
Lower scores or higher recall counts. Research these years carefully before buying.
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