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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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- $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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Matt was very knowledgeable and professional and he made
Matt was very knowledgeable and professional and he made the experience very easy and I am very happy with the outcome. I would highly recommend and I will be going back in the future for my business vehicles
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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I had a great experience with Starling.
I had a great experience with Starling. Miguel Gimenez was very friendly and helped me find exactly the car I was looking for. I purchased my vehicle from him and plan to buy another one in a few days.
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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From the moment we walked in the dealership, our car
From the moment we walked in the dealership, our car purchase was a smooth and pleasant experience. This dealership is at the top of the game.
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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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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I was contacted quickly.
I was contacted quickly. Person was extremely helpful when we spoke on the phone. She gave me pertinent information when asked. Very pleased.
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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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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We have been pleased with the car we purchased from Geri
We have been pleased with the car we purchased from Geri Lynn's. Shay was our salesperson, and she was very polite and well-informed about the product she was selling. We will be back.
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2021 Ford Explorer Base
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Nice cars with great prices check them out before you
Nice cars with great prices check them out before you buy. The staff is friendly and courteous and work hard to help with the buying experience. Worth the drive.
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2021 Ford Explorer BASE
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The staff was very courteous and friendly.
The staff was very courteous and friendly. No haggles, they made you feel like family. I would recommend them to everyone.
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2021 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 4D
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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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David Scott Lee GMC is the best in the Biz.
David Scott Lee GMC is the best in the Biz. I have owned 6 GMC yukons over the past 20 years and the last 3 I have purchased from Scott Lee GMC. They have the highest level of customer service that I have ever experienced with any of the dealerships that I have worked with. They are my lifetime GMC dealership.
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my wife and I were looking for an MDX, had been looking
my wife and I were looking for an MDX, had been looking several weeks, when we recently stopped by Jerry Hunt Auto...we were assigned to salesman, Axel Camargo, who was friendly, polite, helpful, and knowledgeable about the car we desired. He found nothing that day, suggested close alternatives,etc. but we chose to wait. Axel continued the hunt for what we wanted, which showed up on Cars.com and was at Jerry Hunt's. Alex was called by us, showed us that car, not pushy, though, and we made the purchase. He followed up with us a few days later, which was nice of him. Zack, who did the paperwork, was also very polite, and thorough...would recommend Jerry Hunt Auto...ps, and ask for Axel
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My wife totaled our 2018 Ford Explorer (not her fault).
My wife totaled our 2018 Ford Explorer (not her fault). Parsons had her in a replacement 2018 Ford Explorer with 90K less miles for a good price. The whole process (including test drive) took about 2 hours. Ask for Dave Wilt, he'll treat your right! Thanks guys.
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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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I was able to get a car for my daughter at an affordable
I was able to get a car for my daughter at an affordable price all thanks to Jesus Hernandez
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Great experience
We had a great experience. The team was great to work with. Jack Pickrel worked with us and listened to what we wanted. Loved that it didn’t take all day!!
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Im just about to turn 65 and through the years i have
Im just about to turn 65 and through the years i have purchased several autos i have also experienced good things and bad ones and because of this i have tried to avoid buying through dealerships at all expense, but Decided to give it one more chance,and will tell you this was The best car buying experience i have ever experienced thank you so much to the sales team and finance team for making this such a memorable experience
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ford Explorer Base | $21,395 | 20 Good deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer Base | $18,970 | 6 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer Base | $16,278 | 8 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer Base | $14,111 | 13 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer Base | $13,346 | 22 Great deals |
| 2016 Ford Explorer Base | $11,922 | 15 Great deals |
| 2015 Ford Explorer Base | $10,946 | 11 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 $19,831, with pricing starting at $15,588.
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
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Ford Explorer trims
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Ford Explorer 2021 XLT
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Ford Explorer 2021 Limited
104 Great Deals out of 321 listings starting at $14,960
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Ford Explorer 2021 ST
26 Great Deals out of 252 listings starting at $20,800
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Ford Explorer 2021 Platinum
18 Great Deals out of 86 listings starting at $21,734
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Ford Explorer 2021 Timberline
5 Great Deals out of 25 listings starting at $15,400
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