Used 2025 Ford Explorer for Sale nearSt Catharines, ON

How much does the 2025 Ford Explorer cost?

Prices have softened 12.33% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 342 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

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 powerful V6 engine, stylish interior, and strong feature content for the money. The expert review also points to a more modern cabin, easy-to-use technology, and a family-friendly layout that feels more competitive than before.

The trade-offs are clear: there’s no hybrid or plug-in hybrid option, and the third row is cramped. In practical terms, that means this is a better fit if you want a mainstream three-row SUV with a more polished feel than if you need maximum passenger comfort or electrified efficiency.

With the Explorer positioned as a more appealing, better-priced midsize three-row SUV, 34.8% of listings are marked as good or great deals, which is a healthy sign of market availability.

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 performance and a well-liked overall package, while the expert review reinforces that it feels like a solid, mainstream family vehicle. The powertrain is described as quick and responsive, and the cabin and technology are presented as easy to live with over time.

Ford also includes a broad set of standard driver-assistance systems, which can help reduce day-to-day stress and support confidence in regular use. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about outright reliability and more about whether the vehicle’s size, third-row comfort, and equipment level match 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 is much nicer inside than before, but the ST-Line is the look-focused choice, while Platinum adds a more luxurious feel and ST is the performance-tuned model. If you want the best value, the ST-Line is the one to compare carefully against the base trim because it adds style without changing the Explorer’s core mission.
• Powertrain: Most versions use a turbocharged 2.3-litre four-cylinder with 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, while the ST uses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 with 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. The V6 is optional on Platinum. The standard powertrain is described as quick and responsive, and the V6 adds stronger acceleration.
• Safety package: Every version gets Ford CoPilot 360 Assist+, which includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centring assist plus 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. The base trim does not get those higher-level additions.
• Infotainment: You get a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 13.2-inch Ford Digital Experience touchscreen with Google Built-in, Amazon Alexa Built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L, and app support. The system is described as simple to use, and the Google Maps integration is a highlight.
• Fuel efficiency: The base 2.3-litre engine is rated at 11.9 L/100 km city, 8.7 highway, and 10.4 combined. With the V6, the Platinum is rated at 13.0 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 entry point, but it still benefits from the much improved interior and the standard safety and tech foundation. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the refreshed Explorer and do not need the extra style or luxury features.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds a sportier appearance, larger wheels, BlueCruise, and the surround-view camera system. It is the trim to target if you want the most appealing mix of equipment and price.
• Platinum: Choose this if you want the more upscale feel and the optional twin-turbo V6. It suits you best if comfort, stronger acceleration, and a more premium presentation matter more than outright value.
• ST: This is the performance-focused choice, with the twin-turbo V6 and sport-tuned suspension. It is the right pick if you want the most powerful and dynamic Explorer in the lineup.

Starting with ST-Line, all Explorers feature BlueCruise, while the surround-view camera system also begins there.

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 without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 34.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 342 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.33% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $52,803 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 $52,803 CAD sits slightly below last year's $60,232 CAD.

That softer pricing can help you as a buyer today, but it also means a future seller may need to be realistic about expectations if the market stays competitive. The current trend suggests the Explorer is no longer priced as aggressively as it was a year ago, which can support demand from shoppers looking for a better deal.

If the refreshed model continues to be seen as more modern and better equipped, that should help it hold interest among used buyers. 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 Ford Explorer earns five-star side-impact and four-star rollover resistance ratings from NHTSA. It also performs well in IIHS testing, though the headlights on Active, ST-Line, and ST trims are rated Marginal, while the Platinum’s headlights are rated Good.

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

Every version includes Ford CoPilot 360 Assist+, which brings adaptive cruise control with lane-centring assist along with 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.

The main safety caveat is the headlight performance gap on most trims. If lighting performance matters to you, the Platinum has the advantage here.

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:

• 34.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.33% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Ford’s 2025 updates make the Explorer feel more modern inside and better equipped overall.

Consider the 2026 if:

• Ford brings back an off-road-focused Tremor trim and updates BlueCruise.

The bottom line: If you want the most modern-feeling Explorer at a better-used-market price, the 2025 is the stronger buy. If you specifically want the newest off-road-oriented version, it makes sense to wait for the 2026. For price-sensitive shoppers, the 2025 still looks like the smarter path because the market has already softened and the feature set is strong.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.