2010
Ford Explorer

Starts at:

$35,600

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Available trims

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RWD 4dr XLT

Starts at

$29,280

14 City / 20 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr XLT

Starts at

$31,600

13 City / 19 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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AWD 4dr XLT

Starts at

$31,600

13 City / 19 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

All Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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RWD 4dr Eddie Bauer

Starts at

$33,280

14 City / 20 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr Eddie Bauer

Starts at

$35,600

13 City / 19 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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RWD 4dr Limited

Starts at

$36,280

14 City / 20 Hwy

MPG

6

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr Limited

Starts at

$38,600

13 City / 19 Hwy

MPG

6

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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AWD 4dr Limited

Starts at

$38,600

13 City / 19 Hwy

MPG

6

Seat capacity

Gas V6

Engine

All Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Notable features

Side curtain airbags

Capless refueling system

292-hp V-8

Five- or six-speed automatic

Sync multimedia system

Stability system with Roll Stability Control

Available power-folding third row

The good & the bad

The good

Easy to drive and maneuver

Crash-test ratings of past models

Step-in height

Interior space

The bad

V-6 performance

Fuel economy

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Available cars near you

$8,990 $634 price drop

Used 2010 Ford Explorer Limited

101 mi away
$4,995

Used 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

143 mi away

Safety review

Based on the 2010 Ford Explorer base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Frontal driver: 5/5
Frontal passenger: 5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating: 3/5
Side driver: 5/5
Side rear passenger: 5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

5 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles

Basic

90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty

Dealer certification

139-point inspection

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Most recent

By Aj from Trot, Mi

Used to own this car

October 30, 2024

I have had 2 2004 explorers ( BOTH AWESOME!

I have had 2 2004 explorers ( BOTH AWESOME! Over 220k miles each!!) And I bought a 2010 Eddie Bauer with roughly 100k. Absolutely beautiful vehicle, met all my needs (twin 8 year olds then, almost 13 year olds now) so lots of friends, lots of bags, skis, skateboards etc... I loved all of them, they all served me very very well.

All were totalled by uninsured drivers in michigan. Literally. T-boned, rear ended, t- boned. And I'm about to buy another one. 2010 explorer, 111k miles. I know it will need the routine repair stuff, but I am 100% more confident in buying yet another Explorer than buying some unibody crap. I'd recommend a 2010 every day. Just pay a mechanic $100 to look it over and drive it. Every day, all day. Loved all my Explorers.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Transporting family
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By 4x4 Fan from Cocoa, FL

Owns this car

May 30, 2021

Exactly what I was seeking

This Explorer rides smooth at any speed, low miles for an 2010 and a good engine/mechanics. Shows wear in some areas but overall a solid vehicle.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Having fun
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 4.0

Value 4.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2010 Ford Explorer?

The 2010 Ford Explorer is available in 3 trim levels:

Eddie Bauer (2 styles)
Limited (3 styles)
XLT (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2010 Ford Explorer?

The 2010 Ford Explorer offers up to 14 MPG in city driving and 20 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2010 Ford Explorer?

The 2010 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:

2011 Dodge Durango

Is the 2010 Ford Explorer reliable?

The 2010 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2010 Ford Explorer owners.

Is the 2010 Ford Explorer a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2010 Ford Explorer. 88.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5

Based on 59 reviews

Comfort: 4.6
Interior: 4.6
Performance: 4.5
Value: 4.4
Exterior: 4.7
Reliability: 4.5

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