Used 2020 Ford Explorer for Sale nearWindsor, ON
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 133,613
- Stock #:
- 6761A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8HC7LGD11204


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2020 Ford Explorer
Platinum AWD
133,613 km
$27,999
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 74,766
- Stock #:
- 9306
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8FH6MGC01022

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2021 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
74,766 km
$31,995
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 290 hp 3.5L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 13 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 156,783
- Stock #:
- 1052
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8D8XKGA54068

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2019 Ford Explorer
XLT AWD
156,783 km
$18,999
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 365 hp 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 86,864
- Stock #:
- MGA21538
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8HC8MGA21538

2021 Ford Explorer
Platinum AWD
86,864 km
$33,899
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Exterior colour:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 11 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 129,164
- Stock #:
- E6565
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8DH9KGA17612

2019 Ford Explorer
XLT AWD
129,164 km
$18,799
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 66,707
- Stock #:
- LC00400FA
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC7MGA53348

2021 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
66,707 km
$36,990
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 141,724
- Stock #:
- ELC243
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8DH8LGB96536

2020 Ford Explorer
XLT AWD
141,724 km
$23,415
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Exterior colour:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 107,417
- Stock #:
- T2671
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8DH7LGB69022

2020 Ford Explorer
XLT AWD
107,417 km
$23,259
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Combined gas mileage:
- 11 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 117,500
- Stock #:
- U7659
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FH2KGA17903

2019 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
117,500 km
$21,795
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 99,210
- Stock #:
- LGB57833
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8DH6LGB57833

2020 Ford Explorer
XLT AWD
99,210 km
$23,999
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 142,881
- Stock #:
- 08245
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC0MGB08245

2021 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
142,881 km
$26,888
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 169,125
- Stock #:
- UT6541
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GCXLGA74144

2020 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
169,125 km
$23,999
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 64,257
- Stock #:
- 9307
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8FH4MGB62012

2021 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
64,257 km
$31,995
CarGurus Analysis:
2020 Ford Explorer
With 58 currently listed for sale near Windsor, ON and an average price of $19,339 CAD, 19.0% of 2020 Ford Explorers for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2020 Ford Explorer 4.71 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7.17 / 10.
100.0% of 2020 Explorer models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 145,037
- Stock #:
- 19609A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC0LGB69778

2020 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
145,037 km
$26,638
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 216,291
- Stock #:
- U6397
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GCXMGA73724

2021 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
216,291 km
$20,602
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 2.3L I4
- Exterior colour:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 10 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 99,193
- Stock #:
- 65124A
- VIN:
- 1FMSK8FH2LGA65454
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2020 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
99,193 km
$27,364
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 102,125
- Stock #:
- UP10063
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC0MGB74223

2021 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
102,125 km
$32,016
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 133,647
- Stock #:
- MH68698
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC1MGB08120

2021 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
133,647 km
$28,999
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 147,000
- Stock #:
- 26T985AA
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC7LGA85229

2020 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
147,000 km
$29,375
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior colour:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 95,992
- Stock #:
- PT1815A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GCXLGB69741

2020 Ford Explorer
ST AWD
95,992 km
$34,375
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 290 hp 3.5L V6
- Exterior colour:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 13 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 92,271
- Stock #:
- 251435
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8F86KGA74136

2019 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
92,271 km
$26,767
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Exterior colour:
- Blue
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 92,271
- Stock #:
- 251435P
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8F88KGA74137

2019 Ford Explorer
Limited AWD
92,271 km
$26,767
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 3L V6
- Combined gas mileage:
- 12 L/100km
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 66,707
- Stock #:
- LC00400FA
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8GC7MGA53348

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ST AWD
66,707 km
$36,990
CarGurus Analysis: 2020 Ford Explorer
overall

Summary
With 58 currently listed for sale near Windsor, ON and an average price of $19,339 CAD, 19.0% of 2020 Ford Explorers for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2020 Ford Explorer 4.71 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7.17 / 10.
100.0% of 2020 Explorer models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2020 Ford Explorer stands out as a larger, quicker-feeling version of Ford’s long-running SUV, with an all-new chassis that helps define this generation. It also brings a noticeable technology upgrade and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains, giving it a broader appeal than a basic family hauler. The Explorer’s styling is another strength, and its spacious cabin is a major part of the package.
That said, the 2020 Explorer is not without compromises. The interior materials are described as feeling cheap, and its value for money is poor, especially as it becomes very expensive. Even so, buyers drawn to a roomy SUV with modern features and a more engaging character may find its combination of space, style, and available performance hard to ignore.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $14,910 CAD
- Good/great deal percentage: 16.3%
- User rating: 4.74 / 5
- Total listings: 43
- Average price: $14,967 CAD
- Good/great deal percentage: 17.6%
- User rating: 4.6 / 5
- Total listings: 51
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 9, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
4.8 Overall rating
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Cristian A
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer on May 8, 2025
I was looking for some Sporty, reliable, and comfortable, all at the same time, and I found the answer to that with this beautiful Ford Explorer ST. I love all the features it offers. Overall, it's a dream vehicle.
Grayson R
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer on Apr 30, 2026
Love the reliability. The Explorer is perfect for in town or the highway, exceptional for safety!
Jim S
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer on Sep 28, 2025
My experience with Ford products over fifty years gives me confidence in saying Explorers have proven reliable performance. Many are currently serving in police departments currently.
Aaron F
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer on Mar 30, 2023
The 2020 Ford Explorer ST is the best purchase I ever made, it has everything from heated to air-conditioned seats m, even massage seats. The panoramic sunroof is a huge plus, theres plenty of room for a family with kids. It drives nice and smooth, best purchase I ever made. There is literally nothing negative about the vehicle at all.
2020 Ford Explorer Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| AWD | $34,765 |
| Police Interceptor Utility AWD | $37,085 |
| Platinum AWD | $58,250 |
| Limited AWD | $50,380 |
| ST AWD | $54,740 |
| XLT AWD | $38,925 |
2020 Ford Explorer Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2020 Ford Explorer prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2020 Ford Explorer Pricing Analysis: Windsor, ON Market Report
Pricing in Nearby Cities
Market Area: Windsor, ON
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: The Listowel, ON market leads with an average price of $25,171 CAD, indicating a premium demand in that area.
- Best Value: The Sarnia, ON market offers the lowest average price at $19,067 CAD, presenting a significant opportunity for budget-conscious shoppers.
- Inventory Drives Stability: Cambridge, ON has the most listings at 136, suggesting a robust supply that may help stabilise prices in the region.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge, ON | 136 | $24,639 CAD |
| Guelph, ON | 136 | $24,715 CAD |
| Kitchener, ON | 121 | $24,030 CAD |
| Brantford, ON | 120 | $24,545 CAD |
| Cayuga, ON | 116 | $24,279 CAD |
| Selkirk, ON | 94 | $24,853 CAD |
| Woodstock, ON | 92 | $24,541 CAD |
| Listowel, ON | 83 | $25,171 CAD |
| London, ON | 79 | $23,751 CAD |
| Sarnia, ON | 62 | $19,067 CAD |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Volume Leader: The XLT AWD trim has the highest inventory with 53 listings, indicating strong consumer interest in this configuration.
- Premium Spread: The Platinum AWD trim, priced at $58,250 CAD, represents the highest MSRP, highlighting a significant premium for luxury features.
- Drivetrain Effect: All trims are equipped with AWD, which may enhance their appeal in regions with variable weather conditions.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLT AWD | 53 | $38,925 CAD | AWD | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
| ST AWD | 58 | $54,740 CAD | AWD | 3.0L 400 hp V6 |
| Limited AWD | 31 | $50,380 CAD | AWD | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
| Platinum AWD | 21 | $58,250 CAD | AWD | 3.0L 365 hp V6 |
| Police Interceptor Utility AWD | 1 | $37,085 CAD | AWD | 3.3L 285 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2026 model year commands an average price of $53,014 CAD, reflecting a 37.8% premium over its starting MSRP, indicating strong demand for newer models.
- Depreciation Curve: The 2016 model year exhibits the steepest depreciation at -63.5%, suggesting significant value loss as vehicles age.
- Best Value Sweet Spot: The 2024 model year, priced at $33,547 CAD, is the only year below its starting MSRP, making it an attractive option for value-seeking buyers.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $38,465 CAD | $53,014 CAD | +37.8% |
| 2025 | $40,050 CAD | $43,558 CAD | +8.8% |
| 2024 | $36,860 CAD | $33,547 CAD | -9.0% |
| 2023 | $36,760 CAD | $30,289 CAD | -17.6% |
| 2022 | $35,510 CAD | $26,927 CAD | -24.2% |
| 2021 | $32,925 CAD | $22,400 CAD | -32.0% |
| 2020 | $32,765 CAD | $18,811 CAD | -42.6% |
| 2019 | $32,365 CAD | $14,665 CAD | -54.7% |
| 2018 | $32,140 CAD | $14,408 CAD | -55.2% |
| 2017 | $31,660 CAD | $13,132 CAD | -58.5% |
| 2016 | $31,050 CAD | $11,328 CAD | -63.5% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 25, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
How much does the 2020 Ford Explorer cost?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Average Price | $26,926 CAD |
| Year-Round Low | $26,926 CAD |
| Year-Round High | $32,689 CAD |
| Average Price a Year Ago | $32,606 CAD |
| Change vs. Last Year | −17.42% |
Prices have softened 17.42% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.
There are 378 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.
Is the 2020 Ford Explorer a good car?
Yes — the 2020 Ford Explorer earns a 4.71/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Form and function at 9/10.
Owners consistently praise the power, stylish design, advanced safety features, spacious interior, and modern technology. The Explorer also fits buyers who want a roomy SUV with a more engaging character, since the overview highlights its larger, quicker-feeling personality and broad appeal beyond basic family duty.
The trade-offs are clear: the interior materials feel cheap, and value for money is poor, especially as prices climb. In market terms, 34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there are still some attractive opportunities if you shop carefully.
Is the 2020 Ford Explorer reliable?
Owners rate it 4.71/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.
The owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels reliable, dependable, and generally trouble-free enough for families who want something they can count on. The review summary also emphasises strong power and a spacious cabin, which usually supports confidence in day-to-day ownership.
From the road-test side, the Explorer’s chassis and powertrains are described as smooth, refined, and well-sorted, which reinforces the sense that it should be a solid long-term companion. The main used-buyer risk is that higher running costs and expensive trim levels can make ownership less forgiving if you want a low-stress budget.
What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Ford Explorer?
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The Explorer’s styling is a strength, but the cabin is the weak point, with cheap-feeling materials and lots of hard plastic in the lower-cost versions. The ST and Platinum models can add a more upscale feel and more equipment, but they also push the price much higher.
- Powertrain: The standard 2.3-litre turbo four-cylinder is the volume engine, while the available 3.0-litre EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 brings much stronger performance. AWD is standard on all trims in Canada, and the ST gets the most dynamic tuning.
- Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot 360 comes standard with forward automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, auto high beams, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with steering assist, reverse braking, and a passenger front knee airbag. The standard safety suite is a major selling point.
- Infotainment: An 8-inch touchscreen with Sync 3, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot, factory navigation, keyless entry, remote start, 3-zone climate control, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Ford’s keypad entry system all come standard. ST and Platinum models can add a 10-inch vertical touchscreen and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster.
- Fuel efficiency: The 2.3-litre turbo four-cylinder is rated at 11.6 L/100 km city, 8.7 highway, and 10.3 combined. The V6 is rated at 13.3/9.8/11.8 L/100 km, while the hybrid is rated at 10.1 city, 9.0 highway, and 9.6 combined.
Which 2020 Ford Explorer trim should I buy?
The 2020 Ford Explorer is offered in 4 trim levels: XLT, Limited, ST, Platinum.
Here's the short version:
- XLT: This is the entry point and the value-focused choice if you want the standard AWD setup, the core safety tech, and the full family-SUV package without paying for the pricier upgrades.
- Limited: This is the best-value trim if you want a more upscale feature set and the broader equipment mix without jumping all the way to the performance-oriented models.
- ST: This is the pick if you care most about performance, with the strongest powertrain and the most engaging chassis tuning.
- Platinum: This is the luxury-leaning choice, adding the most premium feel and the available high-output V6 for buyers who want comfort and power together.
Ford Co-Pilot 360 is standard, so even the lower trims get a strong safety foundation.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Ford Explorer?
This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory to compare options and enough deal activity to reward patience.
- Deal availability: 34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 378 listings available.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 17.42% compared with last year.
If you find a listing below $26,926 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.
What is the 2020 Ford Explorer's resale value?
The current average of $26,926 CAD sits slightly below last year's $32,606 CAD.
That price drop suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer but may pressure future resale if you overpay today. If you buy near the current average, you reduce the risk of taking a bigger depreciation hit later. The Explorer’s strong equipment and broad appeal should still help it attract shoppers, but expensive trims may be harder to recover at resale.
Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.71/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.
Is the 2020 Ford Explorer safe?
The 2020 Ford Explorer earns a five-star safety rating from NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick+ rating from IIHS.
It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.
Ford Co-Pilot 360 comes standard with forward automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, auto high beams, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with steering assist, reverse braking, and a passenger front knee airbag. That gives you a strong standard safety package across the lineup.
One caveat is that reverse braking can activate falsely, which is worth keeping in mind if you do a lot of tight parking manoeuvres.
Should I buy a 2020 Ford Explorer or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2020 if:
- 34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 17.42% compared with last year.
- Owners rate it 4.71/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
- The 2020 model year stands out for its all-new chassis, upgraded technology, and the introduction of hybrid and high-performance powertrains.
The bottom line: If you want the most modern-feeling Explorer in this price band, the 2020 is the one to target. It gives you the new chassis, the broadest personality, and strong safety equipment, but you should still shop carefully because value is not its strongest trait. If you are especially price-sensitive, a later used example or a lower-trim 2020 with the right equipment may be the smarter path.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
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