Trim Report

Ford Explorer Sport XLS2024

Includes:EXPLOR|Sport XLS
$600
Starting From
7
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 7 active dealer listings as of

Min $600
Max $7,690
From $600
Fresh

Sport XLS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$8,980
$9K–$75K
1,262 listings32,205 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

2024 Ford Explorer Sport XLS Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Explorer Sport XLS

Location data for all 2024 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 2024 Ford Explorer trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 14 complaints for the 2024 Ford Explorer, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

4
Recalls
14
Complaints
0
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
24V6850002024-13-09
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit.

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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26V0120002026-15-01
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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26V1230002026-03-03
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V1590002026-17-03
SEAT BELTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 14 issues reported over 1 model years, visibility/wiper problems are the most common for the 2024 Ford Explorer. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Visibility/wiper2
02Unknown Or Other2
03Steering,suspension2
04Electrical System,seats,engine1
05Seats1
14 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Explorer Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2024 Ford Explorer trims

20–24mpg combined
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17-21city
·
22-28hwy
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$1,800-$2,200/yr

The 2024 Ford Explorer delivers 20 to 24 MPG combined across 8 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Explorer RWD - Automatic 10-spd
24mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic 10-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Explorer RWD - Automatic 10-spd
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer Timberline AWD - Automatic (S10)
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
19 city22 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic (S10)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic 10-spd
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Explorer FFV AWD - Automatic 10-spd
20mpg
3.3L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Explorer RWD - Automatic (S10)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

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

Is the Sport XLS Worth It?

Common questions about the 2024 Ford Explorer Sport XLS

How does the Sport XLS compare to other Ford Explorer trims?

with 7 listings tracked, the Sport XLS sits in a specific spot in the 2024 Ford Explorer lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2024 Ford Explorer page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2024 Ford Explorer Sport XLS?

Budget for standard Sport XLS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2024 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 Sport XLS?

The best model year for the Ford Explorer Sport XLS comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Ford Explorer overview.

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