Trim Report

Ford Explorer XLT2025

Includes:EXPLOR|XLT
$851
Starting From
9,192
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 9,192 active dealer listings as of

Min $851
Max $50,915
From $851
Fresh
Safety

6 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

XLT Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$17,480
$17K–$81K
3,646 listings25,261 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

2025 Ford Explorer XLT Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Explorer XLT

Location data for all 2025 Ford Explorer trims combined

37States

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Ford Explorer Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2025 Ford Explorer trims

Elevated

With 6 recalls and 67 complaints, the 2025 Ford Explorer rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

6
Recalls
67
Complaints
6
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
24V6340002024-23-08
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

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

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25V2390002025-11-04
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) may reset while driving, which can damage the park system or cause an engine stall.

A damaged park system can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. An engine stall while driving can result in a sudden loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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25V3710002025-03-06
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The bolts securing the front brake caliper may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of front brake function and possible wheel damage.

Loss of brake function and wheel damage can increase the risk of a crash.

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26V1210002026-03-03
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer vehicles. The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system software may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction when driving through curves in the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A headlight that turns incorrectly can result in increased glare to other road users, 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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26V1650002026-19-03
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.

Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2025 Ford Explorer's biggest weak point? UNKNOWN OR OTHER. It leads 67 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Unknown Or Other7
02Power Train5
03Visibility/wiper4
04Electrical System4
05Structure3
67 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Explorer Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2025 Ford Explorer trims

20–24mpg combined
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18-20city
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25-29hwy
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$1,800-$2,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2025 Ford Explorer ranges from 20 to 24 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Explorer RWD - Automatic 10-spd
24mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city29 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 AWD - Automatic 10-spd
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer RWD - Automatic (S10)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer RWD - Automatic 10-spd
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Explorer AWD - Automatic (S10)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

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

2025 Ford Explorer XLT FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLT compare to other Ford Explorer trims?

The XLT occupies a distinct position in the Ford Explorer range. See how it stacks up on the 2025 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2025 Ford Explorer XLT?

Budget for standard XLT maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2025 has 6 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 XLT?

For the XLT, 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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