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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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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 Platinum
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Simple oil change & tire rotation; smooth, no issues,
Simple oil change & tire rotation; smooth, no issues, very timely. It afforded me the opportunity to do a little truck shopping, b/c I am/was considering trading in for something newer/better.
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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Josh Roseke, my sales rep was fantastic!
Josh Roseke, my sales rep was fantastic! He found me the exact SUV package I wanted and I love it!!! Michael in finance was great too!!
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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These guys were great.
These guys were great. I made a deal over the phone then drove 1100 miles to get new (to me) truck. the deal was exactly as we had discussed on the phone. They could have added things to the deal knowing I was a long way from home but they didn't. Honest and not pushy! a pleasure to do business with.
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 Platinum
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I really had a great shopping experience and the vehicle
I really had a great shopping experience and the vehicle was ready to drive and seamless financing!
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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Fantastic selection of beautiful Aviators, when I shopped
Fantastic selection of beautiful Aviators, when I shopped for my second one, in 2024. They had over 12 in stock that were black. More in other colors as well. Just a beautiful ? car, filled with all the newest tech & a great sound system.
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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Great people.
Great people.. no pressure, very understanding of while buying process, thanks..Matt K was assume and so was rest of staff
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Lawrence Hall Ford provided an excellent buying process.
Lawrence Hall Ford provided an excellent buying process. Due to the fact I live three and a half hours away from the dealership, the entire purchase was agreed to by telephone. When I arrived at the dealership, everything was as agreed upon and the staff was professional.
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This dealership's integrity is what sold me my new car. I've been researching new cars for weeks. Over the weekend, I visited several dealerships. One of them being Hardy Chevrolet. After being hassled around, pressured and lied to by other dealerships, I returned to Hardy Chevrolet on Monday because they were the only ones who were upfront and honest from the beginning. I'm a proud new Chevy owner and so grateful to Hardy Chevrolet for making this a pleasant experience! Ask for Paco!!
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Shelley Roberts
I called Metter Ford that Monday afternoon and spoke to Grant Gilbert and asked him about a certain truck and he invited us to come see him and test drive the truck and if I wanted to, drive it for a couple of days. Wow!! Talking about no pressure. He was the BEST car salesman I have ever had to deal with ? Mr.Gary, the general manager, let me buy the truck at the price I wanted asked for. Talking about a no stress experience at buying a truck from Metter Ford ????
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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Sales specialist Dwayne Peguise went above and beyond to
Sales specialist Dwayne Peguise went above and beyond to help get me into a vehicle I wanted , not just any vehicle. The finance department also worked with me to Close the deal!
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Service manager and his team made a bad situation from a
Service manager and his team made a bad situation from a bad tire service job as smooth of a fix as possible. They took care of me and my car.
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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Ricky was amazing!
Ricky was amazing! Was not pushy at all like a lot of sales people are these days. Cody and Preston made the worst part of the whole car buying process to be easy quick and fun! Highly recommend Kunes Platteville and the team.
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I received an excellent service from sales service
I received an excellent service from sales service excellent service thank you for all your attention Marina and Mr. Habib very nice people
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My name is Orquidea the experiencia in the store Kia is
My name is Orquidea the experiencia in the store Kia is Excelente,the service for the People store Joe, Admet and finanze is excelente.Thanks so much for my help.
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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Great folks, quick and easy buying process!
Great folks, quick and easy buying process! It was 100 times easier and faster than buying a new Phone! I will definitely be heading back when I'm in the market for my next car or truck
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5 stars goes to the Billion Kia shop in sioux city and
5 stars goes to the Billion Kia shop in sioux city and Jeremy Allen, the man in charge. The guy don't miss a thing. He's as sharp as they get. He diagnosis a problem or gives you a time it'll be done. Take it to the bank. He's help me with my lemon of a 2020 Sportage a few times. Last time we were able to make my extended warranty finally have to pay for repairs instead if me out of pocket all the time. You can't go wrong taking your car here for repairs. They will repair every make and model too. Some kia suv's just eat oil and have lots of problems. That is definitely my Kia Sportage. Each time I take to Jeremy at tge Kia shop and I know his men will have me up n running in no time. Most recent was an alternator. Sportage's are known for eating these alternators up. Got it back today after 3 days or so. Running great so far.
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At Audi Norwell received excellent service.
At Audi Norwell received excellent service. My sales person Jimmy Liberidis was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful in all matters concerning the purchasing of my car. I He is an excellent salesman and a gentleman. Frank Giasullo
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Keith and Scott provided the most stress free,
Keith and Scott provided the most stress free, professional car buying experience that I have experienced. They were helpful to the point of referring me to a local shop capable of providing a detailed, third party inspection...then ultimately driving it to/from the shop. There was no pressure, even when we ultimately decided this wasn't the right time to make this particular purchase. The overall experience was refreshing. I will be monitoring their inventory, as there's a good chance I'll ultimately buy my next vehicle from them.
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BEST DEALERSHIP
Jeff has been my salesman since he joined the team like 1994. I have purchased several cars/trucks with him. He is super knowledgeable of all the products. Last car I purchased was a 2015 Ford Edge SEL she is all mine. Took her to Quick Lane for all oil changes ext., Have always been a big fan of McRee and Jeff - he rocks.
Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum | $39,095 | 7 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer Platinum | $33,833 | 19 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer Platinum | $25,965 | 57 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer Platinum | $21,979 | 24 Good deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum | $20,012 | 16 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum | $17,827 | 36 Great deals |
| 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum | $16,043 | 21 Great deals |
About the 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
Platinum shown.
- Seating
- 7
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Combined MPG
- 20
- Transmission
- 10-Speed A/T
- Engine
- 365.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum cost?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum price depends on several factors, including optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2021 Explorer Platinum is $29,560, with pricing starting at $21,734.
What is the MPG of the 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 20 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 Platinum?
The 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum 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
Platinum (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| Platinum RWD | Platinum 4WD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $52,730 | Starting at $53,335 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 20 | 25 |
| Engine | |
| 365.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) |
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Ford Explorer trims
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Ford Explorer 2021 XLT
165 Great Deals out of 672 listings starting at $9,887
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Ford Explorer 2021 Limited
105 Great Deals out of 320 listings starting at $14,960
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Ford Explorer 2021 ST
32 Great Deals out of 254 listings starting at $21,100
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Ford Explorer 2021 Base
16 Great Deals out of 61 listings starting at $14,990
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Ford Explorer 2021 Timberline
7 Great Deals out of 24 listings starting at $15,400
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