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2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $2,987 - 163,990 miles

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: White

$2,987

163,990 mi

GREAT DEAL $2,586 BELOW

Bloomington, IL 61701

2010 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $6,500 - 104,491 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Black

$6,500

104,491 mi

GREAT DEAL $2,104 BELOW

Saint Paul, MN 55110

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2008 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 130,842 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

Color: Black

$5,995

130,842 mi

GREAT DEAL $1,999 BELOW

Huntsville, AL 35805

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $5,195 - 169,402 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation System, Alloy Wheels, Third Row Seating, Bluetooth, Heat Package, Heated Seats, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Black

$5,195

169,402 mi

GREAT DEAL $1,914 BELOW

Billerica, MA 01821

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $5,500 - 171,242 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Black

$5,500

171,242 mi

GREAT DEAL $1,959 BELOW

Lincoln, NE 68510

2008 Ford Explorer Limited

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Limited for sale - $6,299 - 89,998 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation System, Third Row Seating, Bluetooth, Premium Wheels, Parking Sensors, Premium Package, Heated Seats, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

$6,299

89,998 mi

GREAT DEAL $1,821 BELOW

Chantilly, VA 20152

2008 Ford Explorer Limited

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Limited for sale - $5,950 - 137,500 miles with Leather Seats, Third Row Seating, Premium Wheels, Parking Sensors, Heated Seats

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

$5,950

137,500 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,745 BELOW

Wellington, KS 67152

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 132,178 miles with Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Silver

$4,995

132,178 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,540 BELOW

Branchville, NJ 07826

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD for sale - $3,400 - 185,975 miles with Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

Color: Copper

$3,400

185,975 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,747 BELOW

Woodbridge, VA 22191

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer for sale - $7,129 - 101,404 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth, Premium Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Black

$7,129

101,404 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,472 BELOW

Casper, WY 82609

2009 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2009 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 131,656 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Red

$5,995

131,656 mi

GOOD DEAL $997 BELOW

Skokie, IL 60077

2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $7,300 - 104,590 miles

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: White

$7,300

104,590 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,383 BELOW

Crestwood, IL 60445

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $6,950 - 115,014 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Bluetooth, Heat Package, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Brown

$6,950

115,014 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,560 BELOW

Jersey City, NJ 07305

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 162,021 miles with Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Red

$4,995

162,021 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,212 BELOW

Everett, WA 98203

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $4,899 - 160,714 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation System, DVD Entertainment System, Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth, Heat Package, Premium Package, Tow Package, Luxury Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: White Sand Tri-coat

$4,899

160,714 mi

GOOD DEAL $1,226 BELOW

Highland Park, IL 60035

Used Ford Explorer By Year

Vehicle	Deals	Starting Price	Total Available
2021 Ford Explorer	-	$23,639	24,870 listings
2020 Ford Explorer	90 Great Deals	$23,091	7,608 listings
2019 Ford Explorer	42 Great Deals	$17,900	1,172 listings
2018 Ford Explorer	124 Great Deals	$6,795	3,788 listings
2017 Ford Explorer	301 Great Deals	$7,795	7,218 listings
2016 Ford Explorer	115 Great Deals	$9,995	2,401 listings
2015 Ford Explorer	61 Great Deals	$6,500	1,865 listings
2014 Ford Explorer	59 Great Deals	$6,998	1,613 listings
2013 Ford Explorer	35 Great Deals	$3,900	1,783 listings
2012 Ford Explorer	18 Great Deals	$6,787	562 listings

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895 Great Deals out of 54,845 listings starting at $795

Ford Explorer XLT AWD For Sale 298 Great Deals out of 17,431 listings starting at $12,500	Ford Explorer XLT For Sale 194 Great Deals out of 5,569 listings starting at $3,300	Ford Explorer Limited AWD For Sale 77 Great Deals out of 5,381 listings starting at $6,600
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Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD For Sale 10 Great Deals out of 223 listings starting at $1,500	Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer For Sale 69 listings starting at $3,595	Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD For Sale 44 listings starting at $2,895
Ford Explorer Limited V8 4WD For Sale 4 Great Deals out of 35 listings starting at $3,500	Ford Explorer XLT V8 4WD For Sale 3 Great Deals out of 33 listings starting at $2,999	Ford Explorer Limited V8 For Sale 11 listings starting at $2,450

Certified Used Ford Explorer By Year

2020 Ford Explorer 312 listings starting at $28,157	2019 Ford Explorer 117 listings starting at $24,470	2018 Ford Explorer 474 listings starting at $20,921
2017 Ford Explorer 700 listings starting at $16,950	2016 Ford Explorer 65 listings starting at $16,900

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2009 Ford Explorer

Michael Perkins

The Good

The 2009 Explorer's great engines, transmissions, suspension, and towing capability prove the midsize SUV ain’t dead yet.

The Bad

Just because the Explorer’s primary purpose is to haul things around doesn’t mean that process needs to be as frustrating as its controls seem to want to make it.

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Yes, the controls and levers of the Explorer leave a bit to be desired, but that’s hardly why you’re buying one, right? Get the V8, and be pleased that you can lug around pretty much anything you can attach to the rear bumper in great comfort and relative luxury, especially at its price.

Since its redesign in 2006 and a refresh last year, the Explorer has been trying desperately to convince consumers that it’s still okay to drive an SUV. With rumors of a transition to a unibody design in the future, perhaps as early as 2011, the Explorer might just serve as both the debut and swan song of the practical midsize SUV.

Almost unchanged since 2008, the Explorer comes in XLT, Limited, and Eddie Bauer trims, with the option of rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or full-time four-wheel drive, two engines, and a seating capacity of seven.

The Explorer gets power from a 210-hp, 4.0-liter V6 mated to a five-speed automatic or a 292-hp, 4.6-liter V8 that comes with a six-speed automatic. The V8’s 7,285-pound towing capacity improves on the V6’s already competent 5,375-pound limit. Available in either RWD, AWD or full-time 4WD, the Explorer still has a low gear that can be engaged for off-road adventures.

Both engines provide quite a bit of power, with the V8 able to make the 0-60 scoot in less than 7.5 seconds. The transmissions are smooth regardless of driving conditions, although some reviewers have noticed a bit of delay in full-throttle downshifting with the six-speed.

Because of the addition of the extra gear for the V8, both engines are rated at 13/19 mpg, regardless of rear, all, or four-wheel drive, although reviewers have reported an average of 15-15.4 mpg, depending on configuration and use.

Despite bad press in recent years, the Explorer has always been lauded as one of the best handling and riding SUVs out there. It would be easy to criticize it with regard to an SUV’s natural tendency to lean a bit in turns, or because of its lack of immediately precise handling, but to do so would require ignoring that this is indeed an SUV. Not even a crossover, an actual SUV.

That said, the Explorer handles very nicely, helped considerably by an independent rear suspension as well as stability and traction control. Steering and handling are both responsive, and pedal feel is robust.

Big news for 2009 is the addition of Trailer Sway Control, which detects and corrects sway in the trailer by way of automatic braking and torque adjustments.

The interior is undeniably the weak point of the Explorer. Many complaints have come in regarding ergonomics and the controls of the vehicle, including a shift lever that hinders reaching the climate controls, an awkward turn lever, and out-of-reach audio controls. Indeed, even the door handles have been hit with complaints, which is a shame considering that otherwise, the interior is well-constructed with mostly pleasant materials and quite comfortable.

While a bit of a step to enter, once inside the Explorer offers plenty of room for both heads and legs in all three rows, although the third row lacks a bit of the comfort of the first two.

18-inch alloys grace the Limited, as well as power heated seats, an upgraded seven-speaker audio system with a six-disc changer, wood interior trim, silver luggage rails, body-colored bumpers, and parking and reverse sensors.

For a more rugged look, the Eddie Bauer has leather seats with a darker wood interior trim, platform stepping, power driver’s seat, toned rear bumper, and luggage rails. Also available are a luxury package for the upgraded audio system as well as heated seats and mirrors.

For a midsize SUV, it’s hard to beat the Explorer. Great suspension, towing capability, safety features, drivetrain, and overall comfort have been extremely strong points of the model since its inception and continue while the Explorer endures as one of the last true midsize SUVs. Still, a lot of criticism has been heard regarding the controls, which have been labeled “ergonomically challenged.”

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2009 Ford Explorer for Sale Nationwide

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2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $2,987 - 163,990 miles Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: Automatic Color: White

$2,987

2010 Ford Explorer XLT Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $6,500 - 104,491 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: Automatic Color: Black

$6,500

2008 Ford Explorer XLT Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 130,842 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels, Tow Package Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Color: Black

$5,995

$5,195

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $5,500 - 171,242 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: Automatic Color: Black

$5,500

$6,299

2008 Ford Explorer Limited Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Limited for sale - $5,950 - 137,500 miles with Leather Seats, Third Row Seating, Premium Wheels, Parking Sensors, Heated Seats Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

$5,950

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 132,178 miles with Alloy Wheels Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: Automatic Color: Silver

$4,995

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD for sale - $3,400 - 185,975 miles with Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Color: Copper

$3,400

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer for sale - $7,129 - 101,404 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth, Premium Wheels Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Color: Black

$7,129

2009 Ford Explorer XLT Description: Used 2009 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 131,656 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Color: Red

$5,995

2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $7,300 - 104,590 miles Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Color: White

$7,300

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $6,950 - 115,014 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Bluetooth, Heat Package, Tow Package Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Color: Brown

$6,950

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 162,021 miles with Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels Certified Pre-Owned: No Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Color: Red

$4,995

$4,899

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2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $2,987 - 163,990 miles

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: White

2010 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $6,500 - 104,491 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Black

2008 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 130,842 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

Color: Black

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $5,500 - 171,242 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Black

2008 Ford Explorer Limited

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Limited for sale - $5,950 - 137,500 miles with Leather Seats, Third Row Seating, Premium Wheels, Parking Sensors, Heated Seats

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 132,178 miles with Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Silver

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V8 4WD for sale - $3,400 - 185,975 miles with Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic

Color: Copper

2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer for sale - $7,129 - 101,404 miles with Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth, Premium Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Black

2009 Ford Explorer XLT

Description: Used 2009 Ford Explorer XLT for sale - $5,995 - 131,656 miles with Alloy Wheels, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Red

2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $7,300 - 104,590 miles

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: White

2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD

Description: Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4WD for sale - $6,950 - 115,014 miles with Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Bluetooth, Heat Package, Tow Package

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Brown

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Description: Used 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD for sale - $4,995 - 162,021 miles with Sunroof/Moonroof, Alloy Wheels

Certified Pre-Owned: No

Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic

Color: Red