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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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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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Had a great experience.
Had a great experience. My salesman Niko was very patient and helpful on what I was looking for. I have been a customer off and on for years this is why I continue to do business with Performance.
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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I would just like to thank Nick for being personable,
I would just like to thank Nick for being personable, professional and easy to work with. I've purchased half a dozen cars over my life, and this was by far the smoothest. Everything was as discussed, and I was in and out in less than two hours, including the test drive. Integrity matters. Thank you Nick!
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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Had a great experience with service.
Had a great experience with service. They picked up my truck and brought it back to me while I was at work for no extra charge!!!
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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We are Glenn and Kim Creyts.
We are Glenn and Kim Creyts. We went to Buckeye Ford on 4/11/25 and Rob Cremeens was our sales person. He was EXCEPTIONAL! We weren't given the "run-a-round!" We were quickly interviewed by telephone before our visit, stated exactly what we wanted in a new vehicle, set-up the appointment, and were in-and-out with a new car within two hours! Rob is experienced and it was most evident to us! This was an incredible time that we won't forget! Buckeye Ford is very lucky to have him and the other professionals there on its staff!
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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My experience with Germain Honda Of Dublin was excellent.
My experience with Germain Honda Of Dublin was excellent. I traded in my 2010 Honda Accord for a 2019 VW Tiguan 2.0t. The dealership treated me with respect and was non-pressuring. The salesman was James Stith. I would buy another car from him, and would recommend him to anyone looking for a new/used car. He is a good listener, met my needs, and was very knowledgeable in the car. He sold me he, like the dealership, treated me with respect. He continues to help me with any questions I have after the sale all in all I had a good experience with him and the dealership.
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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Always great service.
Always great service. Jeff in service is the best!!! So appreciate their time and help
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Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ford Explorer XLT | $32,433 | 103 Great deals |
| 2023 Ford Explorer XLT | $31,107 | 128 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer XLT | $28,076 | 148 Great deals |
| 2020 Ford Explorer XLT | $20,706 | 116 Great deals |
| 2019 Ford Explorer XLT | $17,568 | 85 Great deals |
| 2018 Ford Explorer XLT | $16,219 | 94 Great deals |
| 2017 Ford Explorer XLT | $14,375 | 110 Great deals |
| 2016 Ford Explorer XLT | $11,852 | 79 Great deals |
| 2015 Ford Explorer XLT | $10,836 | 49 Great deals |
About the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT
XLT 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 XLT cost?
The 2021 Ford Explorer XLT price depends on several factors, including optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2021 Explorer XLT is $22,962, with pricing starting at $9,980.
What is the MPG of the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT?
The 2021 Ford Explorer XLT 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 XLT?
The 2021 Ford Explorer XLT compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT 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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