What does a road trip cost in the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Trip cost
$55
- 500 miles at 29 mpg highway: 17.2 gallons.
- Tanks used: 1.0. Tank 17.9 gallons.
- $28 each for 2 people.
- 2026 Ford Explorer Active RWD.
- Median of 137 gas and hybrid SUVs (2026): $59 for 500 miles.
500 miles. Gas $3.20. 2 people.
| Miles | Gallons | Cost | Tanks | Each |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 3.4 | $11 | 0.2 | $6 |
| 300 | 10.3 | $33 | 0.6 | $17 |
| 500 | 17.2 | $55 | 1.0 | $28 |
| 1,000 | 34.5 | $110 | 1.9 | $55 |
What this cannot tell you
EPA highway mpg. Your own mpg will differ.
Tolls, food and stays not counted.
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