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Ford Explorer 2026 Price in UAE

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Ford Explorer Key Specifications

Engine Capacity Rating

2.3 L - 3.3 L

Fuel Economy Rating

7 Km/L - 12 Km/L

Fuel Type Category

Petrol

Engine Power Output

300 BHP - 400 BHP

transmission

Automatic

Number Of Seats

7 seater

Ford Explorer Price by Year

Year

Price Range

2023
AED 123K–123K
2022
AED 105K–148K
2021
AED 83K–100K
2020
AED 52K–58K
2019
AED 49K–49K
2018
AED 38K–46K
2016
AED 38K–47K

Ford Explorer Price by City

City

Price Range

Dubai
AED 38K–148K
Abu Dhabi
AED 46K–105K

Model Information

Specification

Value

Engine Assembly

2.3 L - 3.3 L

Odometer Mileage

7 Km/L - 12 Km/L

Fuel Type Category

Petrol

Engine Power Output

300 BHP - 400 BHP

transmission

Automatic

Number Of Seats

7 seater

Engine Torque Output

420 Nm - 563 Nm

Engine Displacement Size

2296 cc - 2998 cc

Engine Capacity Rating

2.3 L - 3.3 L

Valves Per Cylinder Count

4

Acceleration Performance

5.5 sec - 8 sec

Drivetrain Type

Four Wheel Drive

cylinders

4

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About Ford Explorer

The Ford Explorer is a three-row family SUV that blends genuine off-road credibility with everyday practicality — a well-established nameplate in the UAE that competes on space, power, and brand familiarity. Prices start from AED 205,695.

Pros & Cons

  • Pros: the Explorer punches hard on power for a three-row family SUV, and the cabin space — particularly in the second row — is genuinely competitive. AWD as standard on the XLT is a meaningful advantage over rivals that charge extra for it.
  • Cons: fuel efficiency is a real consideration — returning 9 Km/L on a mixed cycle, it is thirstier than rivals like the Hyundai Santa Fe in everyday urban use. The third row, while present, is best suited to children rather than adults on longer trips.

Market Value

The Ford Explorer retains approximately 36% of its value after five years — below the Chevrolet Traverse at 38%. In the UAE's competitive three-row SUV segment, resale softness is worth factoring into the total cost of ownership. 2022 Explorer examples currently list from AED 105,000 on CarSwitch — around 49% below new.

Buyers also consider the Explorer typically also consider the Volkswagen Teramont, Nissan Murano, and Hyundai Santa Fe — all three-row or large SUVs in a broadly similar price bracket, though the Explorer stands out on power output and AWD availability at the entry trim level.

Frequently asked questions

The ST 400A 3.0L moves to a larger twin-turbocharged engine with significantly higher power output, adds sport-tuned suspension, unique front and rear bumpers, and a more aggressive interior trim. For buyers primarily after a comfortable family SUV, the 2.3L EcoBoost XLT (Mid Option) AWD covers almost every practical need at a meaningfully lower price.
The Explorer returns 9 Km/L on a mixed cycle — broadly in line with similarly sized petrol SUVs. European rivals like the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE in comparable power outputs tend to achieve slightly better economy, particularly in their mild-hybrid variants, which the Explorer does not offer.
The Explorer's third row is wider and more usable than many seven-seat rivals, making it a reasonable option for shorter adult journeys. For frequent long-distance family trips with a full load, buyers should test the headroom in the third row, as taller passengers may find it tight over extended drives.
The Explorer offers significantly more interior space and a genuine third row that the X3 does not have, at a lower starting price. The X3 counters with a more refined cabin, stronger residual values — around 52% versus the Explorer's 36% after five years — and a more premium driving experience. The choice depends on whether space or badge-and-refinement is the priority.
The EcoBoost engine in the Explorer has a solid track record for highway touring — it is most efficient at steady motorway speeds and the adaptive cruise control fitted from the XLT trim makes long runs comfortable. Ford's Al Tayer Motors dealer network covers the main emirates for servicing needs.