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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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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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Super easy to deal with over the phone and both salesman
Super easy to deal with over the phone and both salesman and finance guy were great.
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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I recently had the pleasure of purchasing a 2023 Ford
I recently had the pleasure of purchasing a 2023 Ford Bronco from Byers Ford, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience, especially since I made the purchase on a Sunday! From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by a welcoming team that made me feel right at home. Despite it being a Sunday, the staff at Byers Ford were fully engaged, offering exceptional service and answering all of my questions without hesitation. My sales representative, Jeff Ashbrook, was outstanding—he was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure I understood all the features of the Bronco. He was never pushy and genuinely wanted to make sure I was making the best decision for my needs. The entire process was smooth and enjoyable. Jeff walked me through all the details, provided transparent pricing, and helped me navigate the financing options with ease. His professionalism and attention to detail made a big difference in my overall experience. The 2023 Ford Bronco itself is absolutely fantastic—rugged yet refined, with all the modern features I was looking for in a vehicle. Overall, buying my Bronco from Byers Ford was an outstanding experience, and I highly recommend them—especially if you’re looking for top-notch service on a Sunday. A huge thank you to Jeff Ashbrook and the team for making the process so easy and enjoyable!
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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The whole process has been done remotely.
The whole process has been done remotely. It has been a little difficult to get questions answered. I have been dealing with the Used Car Superstore.
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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I had a great experience at Krieger Ford with Dennis
I had a great experience at Krieger Ford with Dennis Fritz in the commercial division. It is nice to establish a relationship with a local dealer for my commercial van needs. I will definitely be back when we need our next van!






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Big thank you to the service department at Mark Wahlberg
Big thank you to the service department at Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet! I was in Columbus traveling 500 miles from home when the tire pressure light on my 2018 Silverado came on with a zero pressure indicator. The guys in service were empathetic to my situation and immediately started inspecting the tires and checking the sensors. Turns out the tires were fine. One of the sensors had gone bad. I had peace of mind to drive home eastern PA. I asked what I owed and was told no charge, glad they could help. Thanks again.






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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2024 Ford Explorer XLT | $27,108 | 62 Great deals |
2023 Ford Explorer XLT | $19,906 | 187 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer XLT | $15,950 | 181 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer XLT | $13,000 | 100 Great deals |
2019 Ford Explorer XLT | $2,999 | 88 Great deals |
2018 Ford Explorer XLT | $3,500 | 86 Great deals |
2017 Ford Explorer XLT | $4,995 | 118 Great deals |
2016 Ford Explorer XLT | $5,995 | 93 Great deals |
2015 Ford Explorer XLT | $6,495 | 43 Great deals |
About the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT
Base shown (base trim).
- 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 $26,201, with pricing starting at $16,000.
What is the MPG of the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT?
The 2021 Ford Explorer XLT offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 21 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.
Is the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2021 Ford Explorer.
- Comfort 4.7
- Interior 4.5
- Performance 4.7
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.7
- Reliability 4.4
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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2021 Ford Explorer XLT by popular city
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT in Chicago, IL
2 Great Deals out of 27 listings starting at $19,586
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT in New York, NY
2 Great Deals out of 23 listings starting at $18,876
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT in Philadelphia, PA
3 Great Deals out of 21 listings starting at $20,330
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Ford Explorer 2021 Limited
57 Great Deals out of 402 listings starting at $16,987
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Ford Explorer 2021 ST
11 Great Deals out of 303 listings starting at $25,579
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Ford Explorer 2021 Platinum
4 Great Deals out of 120 listings starting at $21,995
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Ford Explorer 2021 Base
10 Great Deals out of 46 listings starting at $12,999
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2 Great Deals out of 39 listings starting at $27,415
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1 Great Deal out of 24 listings starting at $26,488
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