Used Ford Explorer Hybrid for Sale nearKnoxville, TN
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 80,709
- Stock #:
- 26RPA320
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW3NNA11378
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2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
80,709 mi
$27,187
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black (Ebony)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 51,729
- Stock #:
- 3U1594
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW1PNA01242
2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
51,729 mi
$28,630
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 72,611
- Stock #:
- HK099620A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW7MNA16985
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
72,611 mi
$23,418
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 100,125
- Stock #:
- A04729
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8AW7MNA04729
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Police Interceptor Utility AWD
100,125 mi
$11,914
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black (Ebony)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 96,509
- Stock #:
- SR3688
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW2MNA06543
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
96,509 mi
$22,246
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 27 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 29,806
- Stock #:
- 260615A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K7FW3NNA11102
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited RWD
29,806 mi
$32,892
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 23 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Light Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 78,169
- Stock #:
- U15213
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8HW5NNA10536
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Platinum AWD
78,169 mi
$25,708
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 80,709
- Stock #:
- 26RPA320
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW3NNA11378
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
80,709 mi
$27,187
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 27 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 105,830
- Stock #:
- MAS-A07711
- VIN:
- 1FM5K7FWXMNA07711
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited RWD
105,830 mi
$18,979
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 54,072
- Stock #:
- 29123465
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW2NNA12988
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
54,072 mi
$31,397
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black (Ebony)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 61,546
- Stock #:
- SJ3292
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW3LGB10008
2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
61,546 mi
$25,541
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- White Oxford
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Sand Leather Trim
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 55,035
- Stock #:
- L6943A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW8LGC29138
2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
55,035 mi
$27,214
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- SHADOW BLACK
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Brown (TAN)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 87,105
- Stock #:
- 6104134
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW8LGB24373
2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
87,105 mi
$23,210
About Ford Explorer Hybrid
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 40,804
- Stock #:
- NNA11289
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW4NNA11289
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
40,804 mi
$33,588
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 88,136
- Stock #:
- A20679
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8AWXMNA20679
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Police Interceptor Utility AWD
88,136 mi
$15,409
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Dark Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 165,117
- Stock #:
- 2757
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW1MNA06484
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
165,117 mi
$14,448
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 27 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Brown (TAN)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 45,330
- Stock #:
- 29141910
- VIN:
- 1FM5K7FW7NNA09742
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited RWD
45,330 mi
$31,447
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 34,184
- Stock #:
- ADP04085A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW0LGA93877
2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
34,184 mi
$28,884
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 27 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 50,255
- Stock #:
- NA07369
- VIN:
- 1FM5K7FW3MNA07369
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited RWD
50,255 mi
$24,922
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Black (Ebony)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 87,192
- Stock #:
- D2359
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW7MNA02147
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
87,192 mi
$23,790
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Blue Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 23 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Light Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 91,695
- Stock #:
- 1681A
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8HW8NNA10627
2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Platinum AWD
91,695 mi
$26,792
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Agate Black Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 27 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Sandstone
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 66,606
- Stock #:
- T5262Z
- VIN:
- 1FM5K7FW5MNA18373
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited RWD
66,606 mi
$28,449
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Explorer Hybrid
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 318 hp 3.3L V6 Hybrid
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 24 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid
- Interior color:
- Brown (BEIGE)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 99,633
- Stock #:
- 3410
- VIN:
- 1FM5K8FW2MNA00676
2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid
Limited AWD
99,633 mi
$27,299
How much does the Ford Explorer Hybrid cost in today's market?
Used Ford Explorer Hybrid prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:
| Model Year | Current Avg. Price | Year-Round Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $28,814 | $28,789 – $33,657 |
| 2021 | $23,211 | $23,211 – $27,414 |
| 2020 | $19,666 | $18,661 – $21,999 |
The Ford Explorer Hybrid's current nationwide average price is $24,225, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,225. Recently, prices have come down for the 2020, 2021, and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.
Is the Ford Explorer Hybrid a good car?
Yes — the Ford Explorer Hybrid earns strong marks from owners across the model years in the data.
The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.
33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
Are Ford Explorer Hybrid models reliable?
Owners consistently give the Ford Explorer Hybrid top marks, and the available model-year data points to strong satisfaction across the lineup. The 2021 and 2020 model years also carry 5-star owner ratings, reinforcing that positive pattern.
- Owners rate the Ford Explorer Hybrid 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.
For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable when you focus on well-documented examples with clean history reports and strong maintenance records.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford Explorer Hybrid?
Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.
| Model Year | Accident-Free % |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 50% |
| 2025 | 50% |
| 2024 | 82.7% |
| 2023 | 84.6% |
| 2022 | 81.9% |
| 2021 | 78.8% |
| 2020 | 76.6% |
Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.
What Ford Explorer Hybrid do most buyers choose?
The Ford Explorer Hybrid years with the most listings are 2022, 2021, and 2020.
| Model Year | Total Listings | Good + Great Deals % |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 226 | 34.1% |
| 2021 | 212 | 35.8% |
| 2020 | 158 | 35.4% |
| 2023 | 104 | 30.8% |
| 2024 | 52 | 23.1% |
| 2026 | 2 | 0% |
Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, more pricing spread, and a better chance of finding the right trim, mileage, and condition. They also tend to attract more deal-priced listings, which can make shopping easier.
What is the Ford Explorer Hybrid's resale value?
| Model Year | Current Avg. Price | Year-Over-Year Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $23,211 | −15.34% |
| 2022 | $28,814 | −14.42% |
| 2020 | $19,666 | −5.15% |
Prices are down across every year shown, with double-digit drops on two of the three model years. That pattern favors used buyers because recent inventory is coming to market at lower prices than a year ago. The smallest change appears on the oldest year in the table, while the newer years show the steepest declines.
The 2020, 2022, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.
Should I buy a used Ford Explorer Hybrid now or wait for the next model?
Buy now if:
- Price trend: The 2022 model is at −14.42% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −15.34%.
- Deal availability: The 2022 model has 34.1% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 35.8%.
- Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,814.
If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the newest version, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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Reginald H
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid on Dec 4, 2025
Beautiful vehicle it has all the latest features. Great price for that type of vehicle.
Jack S
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid on Mar 9, 2022
Good mileage, great ride, lots of room to travel and haul suitcases
Bernie L
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid on May 18, 2021
This is my 3rd Explorer and the transformation is great. I really like the roominess it still has. Still learning about all aspects of the Hybrid. All of the interior controls and features exceed my expectations and are comparable to European models of the similar type. The only feature I do wish it had is HUD. Other than that I will be enjoying it for years to come.. oh yea the sound system is awesome!
john f
Reviewed a 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid on Mar 9, 2020
Great handling, still coming up on gas mileage (about 22-24 mpg)-still short of the 26-28 rated. Very comfortable, and certainly not gutless. Lots of electronics to learn, well worth it.
Ford Explorer Hybrid Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Police Interceptor Utility AWD | $48,550 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
Ford Explorer Hybrid Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of Ford Explorer Hybrid prices has changed over time.
See more price trendsFord Explorer Hybrid Pricing Analysis
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2025 model year shows an average price of $31,499, indicating a significant discount of -36.4% from its starting MSRP of $49,515.
- Steepest Depreciation: The 2020 model year has experienced the steepest depreciation at -47.7%, reflecting a strong decline in value over time.
- Years Priced Above Starting MSRP: The 2023 and 2022 model years are priced above their starting MSRPs, with average prices of $33,215 and $28,909, respectively.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,515 | $31,499 | -36.4% |
| 2023 | $47,165 | $33,215 | -29.6% |
| 2022 | $41,110 | $28,909 | -29.7% |
| 2021 | $40,845 | $23,683 | -42.0% |
| 2020 | $40,615 | $21,222 | -47.7% |
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: The Dallas, TX market has the highest average price at $28,252, indicating a premium for the Explorer Hybrid in this region.
- Best Value: The Miami, FL market offers the lowest average price at $19,941, presenting a significant opportunity for cost-conscious buyers.
- Inventory Drives Stability: The Chicago, IL market, with 46 total listings, reflects a stable inventory that may help maintain competitive pricing.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 46 | $24,003 |
| Washington, DC | 28 | $20,487 |
| New York, NY | 26 | $26,676 |
| Boston, MA | 25 | $20,169 |
| Houston, TX | 23 | $23,402 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 22 | $23,437 |
| Dallas, TX | 22 | $28,252 |
| Atlanta, GA | 22 | $25,551 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 20 | $21,227 |
| Miami, FL | 16 | $19,941 |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 7, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
Overview
About the Ford Explorer Hybrid
The Ford Explorer Hybrid was introduced in the 2020 model year with a 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 and a 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery-powered electric motor which combine for 318hp. In the 2020 and 2021 model years, the Explorer Hybrid was only available in the Limited trim level. For 2022, the hybrid powertrain was expanded to the more exclusive Platinum trim level. The hybrid powertrain has been eliminated for the 2024 model year.
What are the advantages of the Ford Explorer Hybrid?
- Slightly better fuel economy than the conventional V6
- Upscale Ford Explorer interior design and materials
- Large passenger and cargo capacity, with room for up to seven passengers
What is the best Ford Explorer Hybrid model year?
The Ford Explorer Hybrid was only available for three model years with no major mechanical changes, so there’s no great advantage of one year versus the next. What is a consideration is the trim level: The 2022 model year introduced the hybrid drivetrain to the Premium trim level, which includes unique styling inside and out, but also has adaptive headlamps, power heated mirrors, Active Park Assist 2.0, Reverse Brake Assist, and Tri-Diamond Perforated Leather Seating with Accent Stitching as standard equipment.
What are the disadvantages of the Ford Explorer Hybrid?
The Explorer Hybrid’s greatest disadvantage is that it didn’t significantly improve fuel economy with its added complexity and the concern for hybrid battery replacement cost in future years. With the 3.0-liter V6, the EPA estimated that an all-wheel drive Explorer could turn in 21 MPG combined, with 26 MPG on the highway. The same model year Explorer Hybrid topped out at just 23 MPG combined, and highway fuel economy was actually worse than the conventional engine at 24 MPG. Over the course of a year, the EPA estimated that the Explorer Hybrid only saved about $100 in fuel cost, hardly enough to make the hybrid drivetrain attractive.
Comparison: Is the Ford Explorer Hybrid better than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
If you’re buying a hybrid drivetrain to save fuel, the Ford Explorer Hybrid doesn’t come close to the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which provides an EPA estimate of 35 MPG across the board, city, highway and combined. Over a year’s worth of average mileage, the Highlander Hybrid saves $600 per year in fuel costs versus the Explorer Hybrid. Depending on the year, the Highlander also has better standard advanced safety features. The Explorer wins on the 10-inch LCD touchscreen.
Is the Ford Explorer Hybrid a reliable car?
The Ford Explorer Hybrid appears to be well below the average number of complaints for a vehicle of this vintage. There have been no recalls from NHTSA for the Explorer Hybrid.
Is the Ford Explorer Hybrid worth the cost?
As a new vehicle, we’d have responded with an emphatic no. The least expensive Explorer Hybrid available in the 2023 model year was $55,005, nearly $13,000 more than the competitive Highlander, which is between a 10 to 12 mile per gallon advantage depending on the driving condition. On the used market, though, it’s a different story, with low-mileage examples priced in the mid-$30,000 range.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
