Trim Report

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer2018

Includes:EXPLOR|Eddie Bauer
$1,490
Starting From
62
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 62 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,490
Max $13,213
From $1,490
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Eddie Bauer Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,100
$2K–$32K
1,240 listings99,839 avg miles
Active
From$13,980
16,569 listings|$14K–$85K
Eddie Bauer
From$1,490
62 listings|$1K–$13K
King Ranch
From$21,995
114 listings|$22K–$54K
Limited
From$1,175
2,842 listings|$1K–$49K
Platinum
From$7,998
4,766 listings|$8K–$80K
ST
From$16,991
9,124 listings|$17K–$100K
ST-Line
From$14,000
9,883 listings|$14K–$70K
Sport
From$999
780 listings|$999–$100K
Sport XLS
From$600
7 listings|$600–$8K
Sport XLT
From$1,895
13 listings|$2K–$9K
Timberline
From$19,787
537 listings|$20K–$45K
Tremor
From$42,415
4,903 listings|$42K–$69K
XL
From$2,775
3 listings|$3K–$8K
XLS
From$990
13 listings|$990–$9K
XLT
From$851
9,192 listings|$851–$51K

2018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Location data for all 2018 Ford Explorer trims combined

37States

Michigan has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Ford Explorer Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Ford Explorer trims

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 656 complaints, the 2018 Ford Explorer rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
656
Complaints
13
Crashes
6
Fires
Recall Findings
18V8070002018-14-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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21V3160002021-05-05
STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.

A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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24V0310002024-19-01
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.

A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V1010002026-20-02
SUSPENSION:REAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.

A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Ford Explorer's biggest weak point? STRUCTURE. It leads 656 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Structure234
02Unknown Or Other107
03Engine52
04Power Train23
05Engine And Engine Cooling20
656 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Explorer Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Ford Explorer trims

18–22mpg combined
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16-19city
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22-27hwy
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$2,000-$2,450/yr

Fuel economy for the 2018 Ford Explorer ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Explorer FWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer 2WD FFV - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Explorer FWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic (S6)
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
Explorer AWD - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Explorer AWD FFV - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Eddie Bauer Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

How does the Eddie Bauer compare to other Ford Explorer trims?

The Eddie Bauer occupies a distinct position in the Ford Explorer range. See how it stacks up on the 2018 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer?

Budget for standard Eddie Bauer maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2018 has 4 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer?

For the Eddie Bauer, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Explorer buyer's guide.

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