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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Great inventory selection, Knowledgeable staff, Easy to
Great inventory selection, Knowledgeable staff, Easy to work with. some follow through, eager to earn business
I love my ST all except for seating.
I love my ST all except for seating. I’m just not a fan of European style seating soo we had an upholstery shop up grade them. Sooo much fun to drive! Great gas mileage considering I’m a lead foot. And when needed you can put a full 4x8 sheet of plywood in the back.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Hands down the best experience ever!
Mike and his staff go above and beyond customer service. The process was smooth, fast and I drove off the lot a very happy woman. Look no further, you’re exactly where you need to be.
Although pricey, this truck is awesome to drive .
Although pricey, this truck is awesome to drive . Very sharp looking and runs fast! I highly recommend ! We went from a Flex to this car and it was a seamless transition.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Sales, Service, Finance were all very prompt, pleasant
Sales, Service, Finance were all very prompt, pleasant and professional. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
I often drive to the Michigan upper pennisula in the
I often drive to the Michigan upper pennisula in the winter. This SUV has never disappointed me. One time I was driving up to Sault Ste Marie early in the morning. The road was slippery with blowing snow. The outside air temp was MINUS 41. i was alone with hardly ever seeing another vehicle. I kept thinking "trust this vehicle" because my life literally depended on it. I had no problems. And everything was on high - the defroster, rear defrost, heated steering wheel, heated seat, radio and keeping my phone charger plugged in. And in case you wonder why I would venture out in these conditions - I was called for jury duty and made it on time !! It has also gotten me out of deep snow.
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Great service from beginning to end
Megan helped me and was fantastic. She explained everything and made the buying process a great experience. They were fast and didn't try to oversell me on warranties or options.
Explorer GREAT design!
The ford explorer is an outstanding suv. The new design in 2020 is stylish and the rear wheel drive/4 wheel drive option is state of the art. The ecoboost engines are economical and extremely powerful. Ford dealers are everywhere! Ford parts are common and easy to obtain! I looked at the competitors. Front wheel drive is not suitable for trucks in my opinion. The handling of a rear wheel drive vehicle is outstanding. I actually have a 2022 platinum with the 3.0 v6 and this 2021 base with the 2.3 4 cylinder. Happy with each!!!
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2021 Ford Explorer Base RWD
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I could not ask for a better buying experience, complete
I could not ask for a better buying experience, complete satisfaction, Truck was exactly as advertised. Thank you
love the Ride
First time Explorer owner, had an Expedition that I loved but it was too high for my wife, so it went to our son. The Explorer Limited is lower, but still higher than a crossover or sedan which helps my visability. Love the electronics but concerned that they will have problems later on so I purchased a dealer extended warranty (bumper to bumper) that is 10 years 125,000 additional miles for piece of mind. Car drives like a dream, is VERY comfortable, has more than enough power even with the 4cyl (used to V8's). Gas mileage even with 4WD is great (23 city and almost 29 highway) not climbing hills. We will see how it does when we go north.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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A big thanks to Mr Micheal James my experience was great
A big thanks to Mr Micheal James my experience was great & fast and thanks for the help with purchasing the best vehicle for me .
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2021 Ford Explorer
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Cool and awesome staff amazing service from the cashier
Cool and awesome staff amazing service from the cashier Danielle I love Honda amazing experience
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Bought a used car
I had a good experience. Traded in my old car and bought a used Honda. Been driving it for around two years no problem. Big fan of CarMax.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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April and Tyler take good care of your needs.
April and Tyler take good care of your needs. Always friendly. Service is always done right and without long wait times. Offer free coffee or water while you wait.
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2021 Ford Explorer
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I called to check on the status of a car we asked to be
I called to check on the status of a car we asked to be shipped from Myrtle Beach to Dothan, Alabama. The lady I spoke with was prompt and professional in determining where it was and what was happening with it. She also gave me a revised estimate as to when it would arrive in Dothan.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Excellent Experience
What can I say, truly an excellent experience shopping for my Toyota at Luethje Auto Sales in Gladbrook. Such helpful people, made the experience so easy. Mikayla is the best, she definitely knows her job, so HELPFUL! Made all that paper work so simple. Great cars, great people! Check out Luethje's for your next vehicle!
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2021 Ford Explorer BASE
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Anthony was very helpful and patient.
Anthony was very helpful and patient. Also went out of his way to find us a good deal, thank you guys so much !
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Buying experience
Very pleasant experience. The sales person was very thorough with explaining all the details of the vehicle, and was very courteous.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Salesperson Chantill and GM Mosen were professional and
Salesperson Chantill and GM Mosen were professional and easy to work with Great to buy a vehicle with upfront pricing, no dealer fees and honest trade in values 100% positive experience. Lovely people to deal with Thank you !!!
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2021 Ford Explorer
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WOW, this was absolutely the best experience ever.
WOW, this was absolutely the best experience ever. I picked a car out online. Got pre-qualified. Got a call in 5 minutes, got completely approved in minutes. And a rate that surprised me bigtime. Thet scheduled me an appointment for yest drive. It was waiting for me. Gavin, Jennifer, and Nicole were awesome. Made me feel special. I saw other customers also being treated amazing. This place has it figured out. I will only ever buy from Carmax. And the bonus is that the SUV is mint and looks new. A million thanks to all that made it happen.
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Great Employees and purchase experience!
We have had multiple great experiences with this location. Steve, a sales manager was great and so helpful! We had mechanical issues with one of our cars and they took it back within the 30-day warranty with no issue!! I highly recommend this CarMax location for your car buying purchases!!
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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This was our first experience with James Collins Downtown
This was our first experience with James Collins Downtown Ford. Ryan & his team are great people. They took care of us immediately with our scheduled appt. We appreciate their honesty & professionalism. Thank you for everything!
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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I had one of the best experiences with this dealership, I
I had one of the best experiences with this dealership, I recommend it 100% . I drove one hour and half , but it’s was worth the trip
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Explorer Base | $22,665 | 17 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer Base | $21,208 | 5 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer Base | $18,214 | 11 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer Base | $14,907 | 22 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer Base | $12,119 | 20 Great deals |
| 2016 Ford Explorer Base | $13,082 | 8 Great deals |
| 2015 Ford Explorer Base | $10,744 | 8 Great deals |
About the 2021 Ford Explorer Base
Base shown.
- Seating
- 7
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Combined MPG
- 24
- Transmission
- 10-Speed A/T
- Engine
- 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2021 Ford Explorer Base cost?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Base price depends on several factors, including optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2021 Explorer Base is $19,622, with pricing starting at $13,698.
What is the MPG of the 2021 Ford Explorer Base?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Base offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 24 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle options, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Ford Explorer Base?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Base compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2021 Ford Explorer Base reliable?
The 2021 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Explorer owners.
88% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort
- 4.7
- Interior
- 4.5
- Performance
- 4.7
- Value
- 4.4
- Exterior
- 4.7
- Reliability
- 4.4
Base (2 styles)
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