2021 Ford Explorer Limited specs & colors

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MSRP
Base RWD
$32,925
Base 4WD
$34,925
XLT RWD
$35,075
XLT 4WD
$37,075
Limited RWD
$45,255
Timberline 4WD
$46,015
Limited 4WD
$47,255
ST 4WD
$49,000
King Ranch RWD
$52,600
Platinum RWD
$52,730
Platinum 4WD
$53,335
King Ranch 4WD
$54,600
$45,255
Starting MSRP
Current listing price
2021 Ford Explorer Limited

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Key specs

  • 4-door
  • 7 seats
  • 318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 24 combined MPG
  • 198.8" length, 70.2" height
  • Rear Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Interior
Ebony
Charcoal

Packages

  • Outfitters Bike - FrontLoader

    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • (2) Yakima FrontLoaders w/locks
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
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    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • (2) Yakima FrontLoaders w/locks
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Cargo Mat
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Roof-Rail Crossbars
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
  • Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • Yakima MegaWarrior w/Yakima large stretch net
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
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    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • Yakima MegaWarrior w/Yakima large stretch net
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Cargo Mat
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Roof-Rail Crossbars
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
  • Outfitters Cargo - SkyBox

    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • Yakima SkyBox 16
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
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    $935

    Starting MSRP

    • Yakima SkyBox 16
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Cargo Mat
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
    • Roof-Rail Crossbars
    • Shipped separately from the vehicle for dealer installation
    • These features are ordered through WBDO only
  • Equipment Group 301A

    $700

    Starting MSRP

    • Limited Convenience Package
    • Memory Driver's Seat
    • Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
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    $700

    Starting MSRP

    • Limited Convenience Package
    • Memory Driver's Seat
    • Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
    • Hands-Free Foot-Activated Liftgate
    • 3rd Row PowerFold Seat
    • Folds flat
    • 110V/150W AC Power Outlet
    • Replaces the powerpoint port on the rear side of the center floor console
    • Sideview Mirrors w/Gloss Black Caps
    • power-folding w/Autofold
    • power and heated glass
    • LED turn signal indicators
    • security approach lamps
    • driver and passenger side memory
  • Hybrid Equipment Group 310A

    $4,850

    Starting MSRP

    • T165/70R18 Mini Spare Tire
    • Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Modular Hybrid
    • SelectShift Capability w/Paddle Shifters
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    $4,850

    Starting MSRP

    • T165/70R18 Mini Spare Tire
    • Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Modular Hybrid
    • SelectShift Capability w/Paddle Shifters
    • High-Series Brakes
    • Limited Convenience Package
    • Memory Driver's Seat
    • Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
    • Hands-Free Foot-Activated Liftgate
    • 3rd Row PowerFold Seat
    • Folds flat
    • 110V/150W AC Power Outlet
    • Replaces the powerpoint port on the rear side of the center floor console
    • Sideview Mirrors w/Gloss Black Caps
    • power-folding w/Autofold
    • power and heated glass
    • LED turn signal indicators
    • security approach lamps
    • driver and passenger side memory
    • Active Noise Cancellation
    • Pedestrian Alert Sounder
    • Engine: 3.3L Hybrid
    • 18 Gal
    • Fuel Tank
    • Wheels: 20" 10-Spoke Aluminum
  • Equipment Group 300A

    $0

    Starting MSRP

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
MPG
21 City / 28 Hwy
Horsepower
300 hp
318 hp
Seating Capacity
7

Brakes

Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A

Engine

Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
Displacement
2.3 L/140
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
300 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
310 @ 3500
Transmission Options
10-Speed A/T
A/T
Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
MPG
21 City / 28 Hwy
Total Cooling System Capacity
N/A

Entertainment

Bluetooth®
Standard

Measurements

Passenger Capacity
6
Passenger Volume
153 ft³
Front Head Room
41 in
Front Leg Room
43 in
Front Shoulder Room
62 in
Front Hip Room
59 in
Second Head Room
41 in
Second Leg Room
39 in
Second Shoulder Room
62 in
Second Hip Room
59 in
Third Head Room
39 in
Third Leg Room
32 in
Third Shoulder Room
55 in
Third Hip Room
41 in
Wheelbase
119 in
Length, Overall
199 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
79 in
Height, Overall
70 in
Track Width, Front
67 in
Track Width, Rear
67 in
Min Ground Clearance
8 in
Rear Door Opening Height
N/A
Rear Door Opening Width
N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
84 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
50 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
21 in
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
59 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
48 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height
33 in
Liftover Height
33 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
88 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
48 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
18 ft³

Safety

Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
N/A
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire Size
P255/55HR20
Rear Tire Size
P255/55HR20
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Front Wheel Size
20 X 8 in
Rear Wheel Size
20 X 8 in
Spare Wheel Size
Compact in
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material
Steel

Weight & Capacity

Base Curb Weight
4,345 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
N/A
Curb Weight - Rear
N/A
Maximum Payload Capacity
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5,300 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
530 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
5,300 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
18 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Curb Weight
N/A
Total Option Weight
0 lbs

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