2018 Ford Explorer



  • $13,197 BEST PRICE

  • Sale Price: $12,723
  • Document Fee: +$436
  • Convenience Fee: +$23
  • Notary Fee: +$15
  • Best Price: $13,197

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Vehicle Information

VIN: 1FM5K7B81JGA51801
Stock #: GA51801T
Model Code: K7B
  • Body Style 4D Sport Utility
  • Exterior Color Blue Metallic
  • Interior Color Medium Stone
  • Mileage 167,747
  • Fuel Economy
    City/Highway 17/24 MPG
  • Engine 6 Cyl - 3.5 L
  • Transmission 6-Speed Automatic with Select-Shift
  • Fuel Type Gasoline

Highlighted Features

Feature availability subject to final vehicle configuration. Please reference window sticker for more info.

Dealer Comments

This 2018 Ford Explorer Base offers practical three-row seating designed to accommodate your entire family for any journey, whether it's a daily commute or weekend adventure.

- 3rd Row Seats
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- SYNC Communication & Entertainment System
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Power Driver Seat
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four Wheel Independent Suspension
- Fully Automatic Headlights
- Heated Door Mirrors
- Roof Rack: Rails Only
- Split Folding Rear Seat
- 18 Painted Aluminum Wheels

The Explorer comes equipped with a 3.5L six-cylinder engine delivering responsive performance paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with Select-Shift capability. This front-wheel-drive configuration provides excellent fuel economy, achieving 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway, making it an efficient choice for both urban and highway driving.

Interior comfort features include front bucket seats with a power-adjustable driver seat, front center armrest, and split-folding rear seating that adapts to your cargo needs. Climate control is available throughout the cabin with air conditioning up front and rear air conditioning to keep all passengers comfortable. The SYNC communication and entertainment system pairs with your smartphone, and the SiriusXM satellite radio subscription (sold separately) offers diverse programming options for your entire family.

Safety is prioritized with dual front impact airbags, dual front side impact airbags, overhead airbags, and knee airbags positioned throughout the cabin. The vehicle includes an occupant sensing airbag system, electronic stability control, traction control, brake assist, and ABS brakes. Four-wheel disc brakes with speed-sensing steering provide confident handling, while the exterior parking camera rear assists with backing safely into tight spaces.

Convenience features include fully automatic headlights with delay-off capability, speed-sensitive windshield wipers, and heated power door mirrors. Remote keyless entry, an illuminated entry system, and a trip computer enhance daily functionality. The telescoping and tilt steering wheel adjusts for optimal positioning, and steering wheel mounted audio controls keep you connected without taking your hands off the wheel.

This blue Explorer provides the spacious, family-friendly three-row capability you need with the comfort features and safety systems that modern families expect. Schedule a visit to see this vehicle and discover how it can fit your lifestyle.

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All Features

  • 3.39 Non-Limited-Slip Axle Ratio
  • GVWR: 6,160 lbs
  • Front-Wheel Drive
  • 58-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
  • 175 Amp Alternator
  • Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
  • Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
  • Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
  • Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
  • 18.6 Gal. Fuel Tank
  • Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
  • Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
  • Wheels: 18" Painted Aluminum
  • Tires: P245/60R18 AS BSW
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
  • Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
  • Body-Colored Rear Step Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
  • Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
  • Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
  • Black Door Handles
  • Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter and Manual Folding
  • Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
  • Deep Tinted Glass
  • Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
  • Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
  • Lip Spoiler
  • Metal-Look Grille w/Chrome Surround
  • Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • LED Brakelights
  • Laminated Glass
  • Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capability, 6 speakers and speed-compensated volume
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Steering Wheel Controls
  • 6 Speakers
  • Streaming Audio
  • Integrated Roof Antenna
  • SYNC Communication & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 911 Assist, 4.2" LCD screen in center stack, AppLink and 1 smart-charging multimedia USB port in the Media Hub
  • Bluetooth® Wireless Phone Connectivity
  • 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
  • Driver Seat
  • Passenger Seat
  • 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Cloth Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
  • Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
  • Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench Cloth 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor and 2 Fixed Head Restraints
  • Front Cupholder
  • Rear Cupholder
  • Compass
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Manual Air Conditioning
  • Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
  • HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Auxiliary Rear Heater and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
  • Illuminated Locking Glove Box
  • Driver Foot Rest
  • Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
  • Full Cloth Headliner
  • Cloth Door Trim Insert
  • Leather/Chrome Gear Shifter Material
  • Cloth Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power driver's seat w/power lumbar and manual recline, 4-way manual front passenger seat w/manual recline and 4-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints
  • Day-Night Rearview Mirror
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
  • Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 4 12V DC Power Outlets
  • Front And Rear Map Lights
  • Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Carpet Floor Trim
  • Cargo Area Concealed Storage
  • Cargo Space Lights
  • FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Delayed Accessory Power
  • Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
  • Driver Information Center
  • Trip Computer
  • Outside Temp Gauge
  • Analog Appearance
  • Seats w/Cloth Back Material
  • Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
  • Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
  • 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
  • Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
  • 4 12V DC Power Outlets
  • Air Filtration
  • AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Emergency Sos Capability
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
  • Back-Up Camera w/Washer
  • Equipment Group 100A
  • 6 Speakers
  • AM/FM radio
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • SYNC Communication & Entertainment System
  • Air Conditioning
  • Rear air conditioning
  • Rear window defroster
  • Power driver seat
  • Power steering
  • Power windows
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
  • Four wheel independent suspension
  • Speed-sensing steering
  • Traction control
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • ABS brakes
  • Dual front impact airbags
  • Dual front side impact airbags
  • Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
  • Front anti-roll bar
  • Knee airbag
  • Low tire pressure warning
  • Occupant sensing airbag
  • Overhead airbag
  • Rear anti-roll bar
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
  • Delay-off headlights
  • Fully automatic headlights
  • Panic alarm
  • Speed control
  • Bumpers: body-color
  • Front License Plate Bracket
  • Heated door mirrors
  • Power door mirrors
  • Roof rack: rails only
  • Spoiler
  • Compass
  • Driver door bin
  • Driver vanity mirror
  • Front reading lights
  • Illuminated entry
  • Outside temperature display
  • Overhead console
  • Passenger vanity mirror
  • Rear reading lights
  • Rear seat center armrest
  • Tachometer
  • Telescoping steering wheel
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Trip computer
  • 3rd row seats: split-bench
  • Cloth Bucket Seats
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Front Center Armrest
  • Split folding rear seat
  • Passenger door bin
  • 18" Painted Aluminum Wheels
  • Alloy wheels
  • Rear window wiper
  • Speed-Sensitive Wipers
  • Variably intermittent wipers
  • 3.39 Non-Limited-Slip Axle Ratio
  • **3RD ROW SEATS**
  • Vehicle
    • EPA Classification: Standard SUV 2WD
  • Mileage
    • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 20
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 17
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24
  • Electrical
    • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 540
    • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 175
  • Weight Information
    • Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4443
  • Trailering
    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
    • Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs): 2000
  • Suspension
    • Suspension Type - Front: Strut
    • Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
    • Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
    • Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
  • Brakes
    • Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
    • Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
    • Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
    • Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
    • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8
    • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8
  • Tires
    • Front Tire Size: P245/60HR18
    • Rear Tire Size: P245/60HR18
    • Spare Tire Size: Compact
  • Wheels
    • Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
    • Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
    • Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
    • Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
    • Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
    • Spare Wheel Material: Steel
  • Steering
    • Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
    • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 39.2
  • Fuel Tank
    • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.6
  • Exterior Dimensions
    • Wheelbase (in): 112.8
    • Length, Overall (in): 198.3
    • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
    • Height, Overall (in): 70
    • Track Width, Front (in): 67
    • Track Width, Rear (in): 67
    • Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.8
  • Cargo Area Dimensions
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 80.7
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 43.8
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 21
  • Interior Dimensions
    • Passenger Capacity: 7
    • Passenger Volume (ft³): 151.7
    • Front Head Room (in): 41.4
    • Front Leg Room (in): 42.9
    • Front Shoulder Room (in): 61.5
    • Front Hip Room (in): 57.3
    • Second Head Room (in): 40.6
    • Second Leg Room (in): 39.5
    • Second Shoulder Room (in): 61
    • Second Hip Room (in): 56.8
    • Third Head Room (in): 37.8
    • Third Leg Room (in): 32
    • Third Shoulder Room (in): 50.8
    • Third Hip Room (in): 40.7
  • Summary
    • Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
    • Body Style: Sport Utility
  • Emissions
    • Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.8
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