Used 2025 Ford Explorer for Sale nearNanaimo, BC

How much does the 2025 Ford Explorer cost?

Prices have softened 11.80% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 379 listings available, which suggests healthy inventory for used shoppers.

Is the 2025 Ford Explorer a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Ford Explorer earns a 5/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Technology and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its stylish interior, strong feature content, and competitive value for the price. The expert review also points to a more polished cabin, bolder styling, and technology that feels easier to live with than before.

The trade-offs are clear: there’s no hybrid or plug-in hybrid option, and the third row is cramped. Even so, the Explorer fits well if you want a family-friendly three-row SUV with a more appealing mix of comfort, tech, and driving enjoyment than before.

With 33.5% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s a decent amount of attractive inventory to choose from.

Is the 2025 Ford Explorer reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a dependable-feeling SUV with strong appeal for buyers who want something they can count on over time. The expert review also describes it as a well-rounded family vehicle that feels more polished and easier to live with than before.

Ford’s updates improve the overall ownership experience, and the refreshed model’s stronger value proposition should help reduce long-term buyer hesitation. For used shoppers, the main risk is less about outright reliability and more about choosing the right trim and feature set for your needs.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Ford Explorer?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup is simplified to Active, ST-Line, Platinum, and ST. The base trim gets the new interior and technology improvements, while ST-Line and higher add more upscale or sport-oriented equipment. The Platinum is the luxury-leaning choice, and the ST is the performance-tuned version.
• Powertrain: Most trims use a turbocharged 2.3-litre four-cylinder with 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The ST gets a twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 with 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque, and the Platinum can be optioned with that engine.
• Safety package: Every version gets Ford CoPilot 360 Assist+, which includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centring assist and other common driver-assistance and collision-avoidance systems. ST-Line and higher add Ford CoPilot 360 2.0 with a surround-view camera system, and BlueCruise is standard starting with ST-Line.
• Infotainment: You get a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 13.2-inch touchscreen with Ford Digital Experience. Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Google Built-in, Amazon Alexa Built-in, and app support are included.
• Fuel efficiency: The base 2.3-litre engine is rated at 11.9 L/100 km in the city, 8.7 on the highway, and 10.4 combined. The V6 in Platinum is rated at 13.0 L/100 km city, 9.3 highway, and 11.3 combined, while the ST is rated at 13.3 city, 9.6 highway, and 11.6 combined.

Which 2025 Ford Explorer trim should I buy?

The 2025 Ford Explorer is offered in 4 trim levels: Active, ST-Line, Platinum, and ST.

Here's the short version:

• Active: This is the value-focused starting point, and it still benefits from the refreshed styling, upgraded cabin, and new infotainment system. It makes the most sense if you want the Explorer’s core strengths without paying for extras you may not need.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds a sportier look, the surround-view camera system, and BlueCruise. If you want the most appealing mix of features and price, this is the one to target.
• Platinum: Choose this if you want the more luxurious feel and the available twin-turbo V6. It suits buyers who care more about refinement and stronger acceleration than outright sportiness.
• ST: This is the performance-tuned choice, with the twin-turbo V6 and sport suspension. It makes sense if you want the quickest, most driver-focused Explorer.

Starting with ST-Line, all Explorers include BlueCruise, and that trim and above also get Ford CoPilot 360 2.0.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Ford Explorer?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully and compare listings.

• Deal availability: 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 379 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.80% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $51,592 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Ford Explorer's resale value?

The current average of $51,592 CAD sits slightly below last year's $58,495 CAD.

That softer pricing can work in your favour as a used buyer, but it also means future sellers may face a more competitive market if prices continue to normalise. The current trend suggests the Explorer is no longer priced as aggressively as it was a year ago, which can help support demand from shoppers looking for a better deal.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Ford Explorer safe?

The 2025 Explorer earns five-star side-impact and four-star rollover resistance ratings from NHTSA, and IIHS says it performs well on crash tests.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Every version comes with Ford CoPilot 360 Assist+, which includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centring assist and other common driver-assistance and collision-avoidance systems. ST-Line and higher add Ford CoPilot 360 2.0 with a surround-view camera system, and BlueCruise is standard from ST-Line upward with a 90-day subscription included.

One caveat is that IIHS rates the headlights on Active, ST-Line, and ST trims as Marginal, while the Platinum’s headlights earn a Good rating. That makes trim choice especially important if safety equipment and lighting performance matter to you.

Should I buy a 2025 Ford Explorer or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.80% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Expert or safety highlight specific to this year from ROOT "Expert test drive data"."Summary".

Consider the 2026 if:

• It adds an updated BlueCruise system and a new Tremor off-road model.

The bottom line: The 2025 is the better pick if you want a refreshed Explorer with stronger value and plenty of inventory to compare. If you’re willing to wait or pay more for a newer twist, the 2026’s updated driver-assist tech and Tremor trim may be worth a look.

How does the 2025 Ford Explorer compare to the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2025 Ford Explorer:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Comfortable, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: No hybrid or plug-in hybrid option, No off-road trim level, Cramped third-row.

2025 Chevrolet Traverse:

• Pros: Stylish design, Plenty of cargo space, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Irritating engine sound, Interior materials feel cheap, Poor value for money.

Our experts score the 2025 Ford Explorer 8/10 and the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse 7.2/10. The Explorer looks like the better all-rounder if you care about driving enjoyment, comfort, and easy-to-use tech. The Traverse counters with more cargo space and a slightly stronger engine, but its weaker value and cheaper-feeling interior hold it back.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.