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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
for sale
near
Brookfield, IL
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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I had a very god experience.
I had a very god experience. My salesman Jose did an excellent job explaining the options in the car. He was very pleasant and attentive. The finance manager Mo was very helpful in the process.
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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Bought 4 cars from them through the years.
Bought 4 cars from them through the years. Great service and honest establishment. Will keep going back!
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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Jared Drew has great customer service, helpful, and got
Jared Drew has great customer service, helpful, and got me a great deal on an upgrade on my Nissan Rogue.
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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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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Came in to purchase a business vehicle at advertised
Came in to purchase a business vehicle at advertised price and that's what I did! Sales staff was helpful and finance gave us a fair deal. Watch out for their confetti cannons!
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 an amazing experience at Zeigler Buick GMC of
I had an amazing experience at Zeigler Buick GMC of Lincolnwood! From start to finish, everything was smooth, professional, and stress-free. Mariya was absolutely outstanding. She was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about helping me find the right vehicle. She took the time to answer all my questions and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. I ended up purchasing a 2026 Buick Envista, and I love it! The car is stylish, smooth, and exactly what I was looking for. Mariya made the entire process enjoyable and easy. If you?re looking for great customer service and a team that truly takes care of you, I highly recommend Zeigler Buick GMC of Lincolnwood and definitely ask for Mariya!
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Jose gave me exceptional customer service from the moment
Jose gave me exceptional customer service from the moment I walked through the door! I have been a customer of the Romeoville Toyota for quite some time and he treated me as such. I would recommend anyone to go see him for your next purchase.
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Very nice Brian is a really honest and caring guy that
Very nice Brian is a really honest and caring guy that built to save with him taking care of me and they were more than accommodating for all of my Corvette needs. I would go there and buy a card anytime five stars
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I have shopped and purchased here many times because I?
I have shopped and purchased here many times because I?m always treated right. Great deal, great folks to deal with. I would recommend them.
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Autos of Chicago made the car-buying process simple and
Autos of Chicago made the car-buying process simple and stress-free. The staff was honest, patient, and very helpful in answering all my questions. The vehicles were in great condition and priced fairly. I never felt rushed or pressured, which I really appreciated. Overall, it was a smooth and professional experience, and I would gladly recommend Autos of Chicago to anyone looking for a dependable used car dealer.
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I had a really good experience at Bose Motors buying a
I had a really good experience at Bose Motors buying a 2011 BMW 528i in February 2024. I found the car on cars dot com and their website. I live 3 hours away so I called and spoke with Mike and he confirmed it was on the lot and answered all my questions. My wife and I traveled over the next day and purchased the car. The car was priced well and checked out just as I expected. Thanks Bose Motors for the solid purchase, we appreciate it. Jamie from Bettendorf Iowa.
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We recently purchased our first Lexus SUV and worked with
We recently purchased our first Lexus SUV and worked with Dylan K. He was incredibly knowledgeable and a huge asset in the car shopping process! I appreciate the great communication and extra efforts he went to on our behalf!
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Joey was good to work with as we as the staff, thank you-
Joey was good to work with as we as the staff, thank you- would go back again
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They were very helpful, answered all my questions, very
They were very helpful, answered all my questions, very professional Took their time to explain everything to me
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I have been buying and bringing my cars to this
I have been buying and bringing my cars to this dealership since 2007 and have never been disappointed either with the cars I?ve bought or the service I?ve received. My Bronco Sport is consistently getting 29+ mpg - better than I expected.
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| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Explorer XLT | $30,382 | 6 Great deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer XLT | $27,266 | 21 Good 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 $22,950, with pricing starting at $12,711.
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?
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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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