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2021 Ford Explorer consumer reviews

$32,925–$34,925 MSRP range
side view of 2021 Explorer Ford
(76 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.4
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Hate the automatic transmission.

The automatic transmission is terrible. You can hear/feel the clunk as it downshifts when you slow to 20mph. Other than that it’s a decent car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Have owned this car for 3 days and still learning.

So far it's very comfortable to ride in, smooth and quiet and easy handling. Am still learning where everything is at and enjoying all the new bells and whistles available.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice car

We like this Explorer much better than our 2014 Explorer. It is much more comfortable and has a much better ride. To date I really have nothing bad to say about this vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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This is my third explore I’ve owned

This is my third explore I’ve owned and and have put many miles on the first two as I Used it for commuting with my job daily The Ford Explore has always been very reliable and offers lots of comfort when traveling . Definitely would recommend the. Explorer

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Ruge Ford Saves the Day

If you want to purchase a Ford and not make it an agonizing experience see Chuck at Ruge Ford in Rhinebeck. Straight shooter and he cares.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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New Wheels

Just what we wanted to be able to travel in comfort. Plenty of room for passengers and luggage. Easy to drive and handle. Looking forward to exploring with it,

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Love Ford Explorers!

I previously owned a 2018 and I absolutely loved that vehicle, it was so reliable and I was happy my husband & I had seating for seven! Our new 2021 only seats six, standard captain’s chairs in the second row are ridiculous. Cup holders on the floor between the seats are also ridiculous! Otherwise I love the vehicle so far!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite car I’ve ever owned!

This is by far my favorite car I’ve ever owned! The size is perfect with my two small kids and they have plenty of growing room!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This vehicle has the most options that I have ever

This car is the most comfortable vehicle I have had. It is easy to get in to and has plenty of leg room. I'm impressed with the remote start from my phone

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very comfortable drive

Very comfortable to drive. Adjusting the power seats is a little hard to get right. But overall a very nice ride. Love the bucket seats in the second row

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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