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2021 Ford Explorer
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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 XLT
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We just had a very positive and smooth interaction and
We just had a very positive and smooth interaction and used car purchase with Castle Chevrolet. We were shopping for a replacement Chevy Trax for my 86 year old mother in law and I found one on Castle's web site that was a perfect fit for her. I phoned the dealer to let them know we would be coming in. We were met by Jeff Vicari who handles our entire transaction and sale in a professional, courteous and respectful manner. My typical opinion of dealing with buying a car normally isn't very favorable but this experience was awesome. We did have a minor issue with the loan paperwork but it was our fault, I contacted Jerome Witt ( Sales Manager) who said he would fix the problem - low and behold, it was fixed within the hour. My thanks to both of these guys for making the transaction positive!
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 XLT
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The dealership was well staffed, and everyone was very
The dealership was well staffed, and everyone was very friendly and helpful. They explained everything that was happening, what options we might have, and what to expect. We would go back to Bredemann again.
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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2021 Ford Explorer King Ranch
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Excellent car buying experience at Kunes Jeep in
Excellent car buying experience at Kunes Jeep in Woodstock, IL. My salesperson Ryan Gannon was extremely patient. His product knowledge was excellent. From my first contact with Kunes everyone was courteous and helpful - the receptionist, the salesperson, the sales manager, the finance manager and the service manager. Excellent car buying experience. Highly recommended.
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 King Ranch
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My experience pertains specifically to the Ford service
My experience pertains specifically to the Ford service department - not the actual car dealership. So this place is clearly under new management. After getting some ridiculous estimates from other mechanics and body shops, I decided to give this place a try…. I got outstanding service from Pat Gavin. He quickly got me estimates which confirmed my suspicions that the other mechanics were trying to gorge me into paying for a bunch of unnecessary repairs. Pat & team were able to fix several problems that had been lingering on my car for several months. I always postponed getting these things fixed because other mechanics wanted literally $5-10k for what seemed like small issues. I’m ecstatic to have finally found someone in this industry that conducts business with (1) integrity and (2) high standards in delivering quality! It’s such a relief to know where to go to get my car fixed without getting guided into a bunch of high priced and unnecessary work. I also got my car back cleaner than when I dropped it off!! Everything from the service to the price to the quality of the work exceeded my highest expectations. 1 month later my car is running as good as new. If only everything in the auto industry (particularly the service & repair industry) was run this way.
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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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Schaumburg ford is awesome
This is my Second purchase with them, they have a excellent team and overall great experience with tons of details explained.
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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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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I recently upgraded to a Genesis GV70 and it was an
I recently upgraded to a Genesis GV70 and it was an amazing experience. The sales team was patient, kind, and great to work with. I left with exactly what I wanted.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Price listed is the price you pay!
Dealt with this CarMax dealer over the phone and email. Tried to negotiate a price based on other dealers in the area for the same vehicle and was told that the price listed was the price you pay!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Great dales service and attention to details Mr.
Great dales service and attention to details Mr. Michael Banach helped us to choose the second model now ….strongly recommended






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Kris was outstanding to work with for the purchase of a
Kris was outstanding to work with for the purchase of a used BMW X5. We felt no pressure as he made it clear he didn't work for commissions and steered us into the right car for us. It was a great experience all around. Thanks Kris!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Finally a positive car buying experience!
I usually dread dealing with car dealerships but Hawk Ford was different and went out of their way to make it positive, especially the salesman Rich Bergmann.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Best dealer ever.
Best dealer ever. Tatiana did a great job..She is very smart respectful and she has a lot of knowledge. My next car l m going to buy with them also and with Tatiana of course. If you are looking for a good price and a solid car go there and ask about Tatiana. Mike volvo v v90 cross country






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Easy check in, and not a long wait time.
Easy check in, and not a long wait time. When service was complete the service person went over what was completed and checked and advised me of any concerns.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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I worked with Nathan Noffs at Wickstrom Ford to purchase
I worked with Nathan Noffs at Wickstrom Ford to purchase a 2025 Ford Maverick XLT. The buying process was seamless and delivery was fantastic. I highly recommend Wickstrom Ford. Nathan was a true professional to work with who was also friendly explaining things so well.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Good Experience. Helpful People. Nice Car.
Found the SUV online and made an appointment for a test drive on short notice. Adrian was very helpful. Everyone there was friendly and supportive. The SUV was in great shape, and I bought the vehicle after the test drive. The added costs were more than I expected but we discussed them all and we were able to come to a deal. If you know what you want and what it's worth, these are great people to deal with.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Battery
Todd was very helpful and made sure my car was pulled inside when leaving as it was very slippery outside






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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They are simply amazing.
They are simply amazing. Ken the service advisor is amazing and always takes care of me. Always makes me feel like I’m part of the family and my needs are always number one. Keep up the good work, everybody.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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absolute best car buying experience i have ever had.
absolute best car buying experience i have ever had. No pressure tactics, no games, and Eric Finion was the absolute best salesperson. Helped me get the car i wanted at the price i could afford. really can't say enough good things about this dealership.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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I bring my truck here for service.
I bring my truck here for service. The Service department is great. Anoeil help me he was great. Very courteous and pleasant to deal with. Thanks






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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2022 Ford Bronco Sport
Bought a 2022 Bronco Sport. Just love it. Joe delivered it today. He stayed and helped me setup the FordPass. Thanks Joe L. & George in finance.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Mike and Bob great guys gave me a great deal better than
Mike and Bob great guys gave me a great deal better than other dealers nearby really chill and know how to work with their customers. Super nice people and overall great experience very happy with my visit would recommend quick and fast no pressure they are simply great.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $35,369 | 17 Great deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $35,698 | 5 Great deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $25,495 | 12 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $19,777 | 18 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $20,199 | 16 Good deals |
2019 Ford Explorer | $18,490 | 10 Good deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $12,950 | 11 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $10,799 | 16 Good deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $8,990 | 9 Good deals |
About the 2021 Ford Explorer
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 cost?
The 2021 Ford Explorer price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2021 Explorer is $28,562, with pricing starting at $13,651.
What is the MPG of the 2021 Ford Explorer?
The 2021 Ford Explorer 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 trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Ford Explorer?
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Is the 2021 Ford Explorer 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 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
Base (2 styles)
King Ranch (2 styles)
Style | |
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King Ranch RWD | King Ranch 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $52,600 | Starting at $54,600 |
Combined MPG | |
20 | 20 |
Engine | |
365.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 365.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Limited (2 styles)
Style | |
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Limited RWD | Limited 4WD |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $45,255 | Starting at $47,255 |
Combined MPG | |
24 | 23 |
Engine | |
318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) | 318.0-hp, 3.3-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid) |
Platinum (2 styles)
Style | |
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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) |
ST (1 style)
Style |
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ST 4WD |
Inventory price |
Starting at $49,000 |
Combined MPG |
20 |
Engine |
400.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Timberline (1 style)
Style |
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Timberline 4WD |
Inventory price |
Starting at $46,015 |
Combined MPG |
21 |
Engine |
300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (2 styles)
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