Used 2017 Ford Explorer for Sale near Ontario

Summary

• With 311 currently listed for sale and an average price of $16,491.00 CAD, 26.0% of 2017 Ford Explorers for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2017 Ford Explorer 4.8 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2017 Explorer models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2017 Ford Explorer stands out as a midsize SUV that had already moved well beyond its rugged, truck-based roots by this point. It rides on Ford’s D4 platform, which made it more crossover-like than earlier Explorers, and it helped turn the model into a family hauler with a more car-like driving character. Even so, it still offered the kind of space and versatility that made the Explorer name so familiar, while also bringing modern infotainment and a broader range of comfort and convenience features than older generations.

What makes the 2017 model especially appealing is the balance it strikes between everyday usability and stronger performance. Ford’s SYNC system was part of the package, and buyers could add heated and ventilated front seats, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, and other luxuries. AWD versions also included hill descent control, hill descent assist, and a terrain mode system with four different settings, which gave the Explorer a bit more capability than a typical road-focused crossover. At the same time, the generation’s reliability record was not perfect, and the 2017 Explorer still sat in a family of vehicles that had drawn complaints about electrical issues, so it was best viewed as a practical, well-equipped SUV rather than a class leader in dependability.

For shoppers, the 2017 Ford Explorer’s appeal comes from its broad usefulness. It could be configured with up to seven seats, or with six-passenger seating and second-row captain’s chairs, and it offered enough trim and equipment variety to suit buyers looking for either comfort or a more active driving experience. It was also one of the more satisfying versions of the Explorer to drive, but it was not the most efficient or the most spacious choice in its class, so its strengths were best felt in its mix of room, features, and everyday versatility.

Other model years to consider

• 2021 Ford Explorer

  • Average price: $30,851.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 29.4%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 510

• 2025 Ford Explorer

  • Average price: $53,048.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 37.2%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 336

• 2022 Ford Explorer

  • Average price: $35,837.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 30.4%
  • User rating: 4.92 / 5
  • Total listings: 507

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.