2018 Ford Explorer value
In Good condition, a 2018 Ford Explorer is likely worth $7,750–$11,300 as a trade-in, $10,100–$15,700 in a private sale and $11,250–$17,350 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $18,590 (median of 17 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
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What you'd likely get
| If you… | Range |
|---|---|
| Trade-in at a dealer What a dealer typically credits you toward another car. | $7,750–$11,300 |
| Private-party sale Selling yourself to another person. | $10,100–$15,700 |
| Dealer retail (fair purchase) What buyers typically pay a dealer. | $11,250–$17,350 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, Good condition, fetched Oct 23, 2026, valid through 10/23/2026. Ranges span the styles KBB lists for this year. Edmunds per-model ranges: not available (not collected).
Typical dealer asking price: $18,590 (17 listings, Oct 23, 2026, iSeeCars and Carvana). Asking prices are what dealers list, not what they pay you. See the listings
Typical dealer asking price
$18,590
Median of 17 dealer listings. Typical range $15,790–$20,990 (middle 50%) from 17 cited comparable listings observed Oct 23, 2026–Oct 23, 2026.
See all 17 cited comparables
| Price | Trim | Miles | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7,890 | Limited | 187,217 | Columbia, SC | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $10,250 | XLT | 131,196 | Shreveport, LA | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $10,394 | XLT | 128,243 | Bridgeton, NJ | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,590 | - | ≈101,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,990 | - | ≈99,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,590 | - | ≈102,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,590 | - | ≈94,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,990 | - | ≈89,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,590 | - | - | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,590 | - | ≈77,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,990 | - | ≈57,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,590 | - | ≈51,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,990 | - | ≈56,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,990 | - | ≈62,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $21,590 | - | ≈59,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $21,590 | - | ≈94,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $23,590 | XLT | ≈42,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
Method: Median of asking/sold prices of cited comparable 2018 Ford Explorer listings observed in the last 120 days. Minimum 5 comps required. How this works
Safety recalls (0)
NHTSA's recall database returned no recalls for the 2018 Ford Explorer model names we queried.
Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check a VIN-specific recall at NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (EXPLORER) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Fuel economy (18–22 MPG combined)
| Version | City/Hwy/Comb | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Explorer 2WD FFV Automatic (S6) | 17/24/20 | 3.5L 6cyl · Gasoline or E85 · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Explorer AWD Automatic (S6) | 18/25/21 | 2.3L 4cyl · Regular · All-Wheel Drive |
| Explorer AWD Automatic (S6) | 16/22/19 | 3.5L 6cyl · Regular · All-Wheel Drive |
| Explorer AWD Automatic (S6) | 16/22/18 | 3.5L 6cyl · Regular · All-Wheel Drive |
| Explorer AWD FFV Automatic (S6) | 16/22/18 | 3.5L 6cyl · Gasoline or E85 · All-Wheel Drive |
| Explorer FWD Automatic (S6) | 19/27/22 | 2.3L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov · fetched Oct 23, 2026
NHTSA model names
NHTSA vPIC lists these Ford model names for 2018: Explorer.
Source: NHTSA vPIC · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Kelley Blue Book values
For a 2018 Ford Explorer in Good condition, KBB showed: fair purchase price $11,250–$17,350; private party $10,100–$15,700; trade-in $7,750–$11,300.
KBB values by style (5)
| Style | Fair purchase | Private party | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport Utility 4D | $11,250 | $10,100 | $7,750 |
| XLT Sport Utility 4D | $14,500 | $13,050 | $9,225 |
| Limited Sport Utility 4D | $15,650 | $14,150 | $9,850 |
| Sport SUV 4D | $16,150 | $14,600 | $10,000 |
| Platinum Sport Utility 4D | $17,350 | $15,700 | $11,300 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, fetched Oct 23, 2026 · KBB values valid through 10/23/2026 · page hash 326e85925493. KBB figures are KBB's estimates, shown separately from our listing-based value.
2018 Ford Explorer specs
| Fuel economy (city / hwy / combined) | 16–19 / 22–27 / 18–22 MPG (EPA) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl, 2.3L 4-cyl (EPA) |
| Horsepower | 290 - 365 hp (KBB) |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) (EPA) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive (EPA) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline or E85, Regular (EPA) |
| EPA size class | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD (EPA) |
| Body styles | Sport Utility 4D (KBB) |
| Cargo volume | 81.7 cu ft (KBB) |
| Trims / styles | Sport Utility 4D, XLT Sport Utility 4D, Limited Sport Utility 4D, Sport SUV 4D, Platinum Sport Utility 4D (KBB) |
Specs from EPA fueleconomy.gov (fetched Oct 23, 2026) and Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); fields marked with another source cite that page and fetch date. Ranges span all versions listed.
Market context
Latest: 182.2 (Sep 2026), -1.5% vs. a year earlier. Peak in the last 10 years: 216.9 (Feb 2022).
Sep 2016 – Sep 2026. National index (1982–84=100); it shows market direction, not the value of a specific car.
Source: FRED CUSR0000SETA02 (BLS) · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Questions
What is a 2018 Ford Explorer worth?
In Good condition, a 2018 Ford Explorer is likely worth $7,750–$11,300 as a trade-in, $10,100–$15,700 in a private sale and $11,250–$17,350 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $18,590 (median of 17 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
What is the trade-in value of a 2018 Ford Explorer?
Kelley Blue Book lists a trade-in range of $7,750–$11,300 for a 2018 Ford Explorer in Good condition (fetched Oct 23, 2026). Private-party: $10,100–$15,700. Dealer retail: $11,250–$17,350.
What do dealers ask for a used 2018 Ford Explorer?
Dealers typically ask about $18,590 for a 2018 Ford Explorer (median asking price; middle 50% $15,790–$20,990), based on 17 cited listings from iSeeCars and Carvana observed Oct 23, 2026.
What is the price range for a used 2018 Ford Explorer?
Asking prices in our 17 cited listings ran from $7,890 to $23,590; the middle half sat between $15,790 and $20,990.
How many miles do used 2018 Ford Explorer listings have?
The 16 listings with a mileage shown had 42,000–187,217 miles (median 94,000).
Where does this 2018 Ford Explorer value come from?
From 17 public listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, each linked below with its fetch date and a content hash of the page we read. Download them as CSV or JSON.
Does the 2018 Ford Explorer have recalls?
NHTSA returned no recalls for the 2018 Ford Explorer model names we queried (checked Oct 23, 2026).
What MPG does the 2018 Ford Explorer get?
EPA combined fuel economy for 2018 Ford Explorer versions ranges from 18 to 22 MPG, per fueleconomy.gov.
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