Used Ford Explorer for Sale nearRocky Mountain House, AB

How much does the Ford Explorer cost in today's market?

Used Ford Explorer prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Explorer's current nationwide average price is $32,249 CAD, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $32,249 CAD over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Explorer a good car?

Yes — the Ford Explorer is a strong used SUV choice if you want space, comfort, and broad capability across many model years. The all-generations owner rating is 4.35/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Explorer for its spacious interior, comfort, and strong performance. Many also value its practical cargo space and the way it blends family usefulness with available power and technology.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years centre on bland styling, a nondescript interior, and pricing that can climb quickly with options.

29.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Explorer models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Ford Explorer as a practical, spacious SUV with strong performance and everyday usefulness. Across the model years in the data, it is especially praised for comfort, family-friendly packaging, and useful technology.

• Owners rate the Ford Explorer between 3.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-maintained example and checking service history carefully, especially on older model years.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: CoPilot 360+ on Active models, with adaptive cruise control, lane centring, blind-spot monitor with trailer coverage and safe exit assist, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, rear parking sensors, rear cross traffic braking, post-collision braking, and traffic sign recognition.
• Infotainment: A 13.2-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, Google Maps, Google Play Store, and SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo-four engine returns a Natural Resources Canada-rated 10.4 litres per 100 kilometres combined (11.9 city; 8.7 highway. V6 models are rated at 11.6 L/100 km combined (13.3 city; 9.6 highway).

Which Ford Explorer trim should I buy?

The 2026 Ford Explorer offers these trims:

• Active: The entry trim brings the 2.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder, a 13.2-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the CoPilot 360+ safety suite. It suits you if you want the core Explorer experience with strong equipment value.
• ST-Line: This trim adds a more road-focused appearance and sits above Active for shoppers who want a sportier look without moving to the performance model.
• Tremor: The off-road-focused trim adds all-terrain tires, a raised ride height, off-road lights in the grille, a Torsen limited-slip rear differential, an off-road drive mode, and steel skid plates. It suits you if you want the most rugged Explorer.
• Platinum: This is the most luxurious trim, with leather upholstery and a more upscale cabin presentation.
• ST: The performance trim adds the twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6, sport-tuned suspension, and beefier brakes. It suits you if you want the strongest on-road performance.

What Ford Explorer do most buyers choose?

The Ford Explorer years with the most listings are 2021, 2022, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of newer features, broad trim availability, and plenty of inventory to compare. That combination usually makes it easier to find the right configuration at a competitive price.

What is the Ford Explorer's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down by double digits year over year, which creates better opportunities for used buyers. The newer models still show meaningful price drops, while the older years generally move less sharply.

The 2014, 2025, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Explorer safe?

• 2026: 10/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2020: 8/10

The 2026 Ford Explorer includes the CoPilot 360+ suite on Active models, with adaptive cruise control, lane centring, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and more.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 and 2026 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Explorer now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −12.33% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −17.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 34.6% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,137 CAD. The Ford Explorer offers a spacious cabin that works well for families and everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The standard 2.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, while the twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6 produces 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: A 13.2-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster are standard on all models, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, Google Maps, Google Play Store, and SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio.
• Safety: BlueCruise is upgraded from version 1.2 to version 1.5, adding automated lane change capability.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $54,495 CAD for the most basic Active 100A spec.

If you're buying used today, the 2021 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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