Explore the Explorer

Made for capable hauling and comfortable travel

Why you'll love this Explorer

A practical midsize SUV that's spacious, versatile, and tech-equipped

Well equipped
Well equipped

30+ popular features like Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Third Row Seat.

Low Miles Per Year

Less than 9,000 miles per year

Premium Audio

Sony Sound System

19 city/27 hwy

Miles Per Gallon

Gray

Exterior Color

Black

Interior Color

Front Wheel Drive

Drive Type

4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 2.3L

Engine

Automatic

Transmission

2,000 lbs

Towing Capacity (Max)

21 cu ft

Cargo Capacity

Vehicle Features and Specs

Features

Comfort & Convenience
A/C Seat(s)
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Heaters
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Memory Seat(s)
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Universal Garage Door Opener
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Entertainment & Technology
Sony Sound System
Navigation System
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System
Interior
Leather Seats
Third Row Seat
Power Folding Third Row
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
20 Inch Plus Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
Front Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 2.3L
Engine
Gray
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
19 city/27 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
18.6 gal
Fuel Capacity
280
Horsepower
310 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
21 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
198.3" x 78.9" x 70"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
41.4"
Driver Head Room
42.9"
Driver Leg Room
P255/50HR20
Front Tire Size (standard)
112.8"
Wheelbase
Trailering
2,000 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2018 Ford Explorer Limited

Specs

Comfort & Convenience
A/C Seat(s)
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Heaters
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Memory Seat(s)
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Universal Garage Door Opener
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Entertainment & Technology
Sony Sound System
Navigation System
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System
Interior
Leather Seats
Third Row Seat
Power Folding Third Row
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
20 Inch Plus Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
Front Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Turbo Gas, 2.3L
Engine
Gray
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
19 city/27 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
18.6 gal
Fuel Capacity
280
Horsepower
310 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
21 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
198.3" x 78.9" x 70"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
41.4"
Driver Head Room
42.9"
Driver Leg Room
P255/50HR20
Front Tire Size (standard)
112.8"
Wheelbase
Trailering
2,000 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2018 Ford Explorer Limited

Standard OEM Features

These are standard original equipment manufacturer features for the 2018 Ford Explorer Limited. All available options are not listed below and may vary by car.

  • 18.6 Gal. Fuel Tank
  • 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
  • 200 Amp Alternator
  • 3.39 Non-Limited-Slip Axle Ratio
  • 4 12V DC Power Outlets
  • 4 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 AC Power Outlet
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
  • 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Leather Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
  • 72-Amp/Hr 650CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Advancetrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
  • Air Filtration
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Led Low Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • Back-Up Camera w/Washer
  • Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
  • Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
  • Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
  • Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
  • Body-Colored Rear Step Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
  • Cargo Area Concealed Storage
  • Cargo Space Lights
  • Carpet Floor Trim
  • Chrome Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
  • Chrome Door Handles
  • Clearcoat Paint
  • Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
  • Compass
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
  • Deep Tinted Glass
  • Delayed Accessory Power
  • Digital/Analog Display
  • Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
  • Driver Foot Rest
  • Driver Seat
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • EBONY BLACK, PERFORATED LEATHER HEATED/COOLED BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way power driver's seat w/power lumbar and recline, memory driver's seat, 10-way power front passenger seat w/power lumbar and recline and 4-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints (2-way up/down when dual-headrest DVD entertainment system (50S) is ordered)
  • Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
  • Engine: 2.3L I-4 EcoBoost
  • Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
  • Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench Vinyl 3rd Row Seat Front, Power Fold Into Floor and 2 Fixed Head Restraints
  • Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
  • FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows and Remote Engine Start
  • FOB Controls -inc: Trunk/Hatch/Tailgate, Windows and Remote Engine Start
  • Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
  • Front And Rear Map Lights
  • Front And Rear Parking Sensors
  • Front Camera w/Washer
  • Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
  • Front Cupholder
  • Front Fog Lamps
  • Front-Wheel Drive
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Full Cloth Headliner
  • Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, 4 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 AC Power Outlet
  • Fully Automatic Aero-Composite Led Low Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
  • Garage Door Transmitter
  • Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
  • Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
  • GVWR: 6,160 lbs
  • Heated Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
  • HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Auxiliary Rear Heater and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
  • Illuminated Locking Glove Box
  • Integrated Roof Antenna
  • Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
  • Keypad
  • Laminated Glass
  • Leatherette Door Trim Insert
  • LED Brakelights
  • Lip Spoiler
  • Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
  • Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel
  • Metal-Look Grille w/Chrome Surround
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
  • Outside Temp Gauge
  • Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Passenger Seat
  • Perforated Leather Heated/Cooled Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power driver's seat w/power lumbar and recline, memory driver's seat, 10-way power front passenger seat w/power lumbar and recline and 4-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints (2-way up/down when dual-headrest DVD entertainment system (50S) is ordered)
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Perimeter/Approach Lights
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
  • Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
  • Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
  • Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
  • Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
  • Radio: Sony Audio System w/CD Player -inc: AM/FM, MP3 capability, 12 speakers, 390 watt, HD Radio, SiriusXM radio and voice-activated navigation system w/pinch-to-zoom capability, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link, Note: SiriusXM includes a 6-month prepaid subscription, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link is not available in Alaska or Hawaii, Note: SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link includes a 5-year prepaid subscription, SYNC services are not available in Alaska and Hawaii, Note: SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by Sirius XM Radio Inc, If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates, Fees and taxes apply, To cancel you must call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349, See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com, All fees and programming subject to change, Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Rear Cupholder
  • Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
  • Remote Releases -Inc: Proximity Cargo Access
  • Roof Rack Rails Only
  • Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
  • Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
  • Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Engine Immobilizer
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Smart Device Remote Engine Start
  • Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Streaming Audio
  • Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability, pinch-to-zoom capability included when equipped w/available voice-activated touchscreen navigation system, AppLink, 911 Assist, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, 2 smart-charging multimedia USB ports (1 replaces the front center floor console powerpoint port),
  • Systems Monitor
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Tires: P255/50R20 AS BSW
  • Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
  • Transmission: 6-Speed SelectShift Automatic (446)
  • Trip Computer
  • Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
  • Valet Function
  • Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
  • Wheels: 20" Premium Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum

Comfort & Convenience
A/C Seat(s)
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Heaters
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Memory Seat(s)
Cruise Control
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Universal Garage Door Opener
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Entertainment & Technology
Sony Sound System
Navigation System
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System

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Est. NC tax, title, fees

$850

Total

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  • No reported odometer problems

  • Deep cleaned interior

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  • 30-day limited warranty

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Customer rating

4.4/5

46 Reviews

5 star

65%

4 star

17%

3 star

11%

2 star

2%

1 star

4%

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The 2018 Ford Explorer receives praise for spacious interior, smooth ride, and strong infotainment features, though cabin noise, fuel economy, and maintenance costs are seen as drawbacks. Customers cite reliable performance but mixed satisfaction on handling and power. Consider vehicle needs when evaluating its practicality.

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Interior Space

Ride and Handling

Cargo Space

Cons

Fuel Economy

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2018 Ford Explorer Limited

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