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2021 Ford Explorer
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Ann Arbor, MI
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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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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Long Distance Purchase
The whole long distance purchase went very smoothly. Very professional and efficient team. We did drive up to pick up our new car and were given a thorough briefing and demonstration on our car. Thank you Greg for a wonderful experience and the knowledge you gave me made me feel comfortable enough to drive home.
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 XLT
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Deborah was great to work with. Service area was nice and clean.
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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I purchased a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, my sales specialist
I purchased a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, my sales specialist was Sam Jamoua and this was the 2nd purchase with Sam. Sam is the best, from start to finish he makes sure that you are completely satisfied. The entire team at Varsity Lincoln is top notch, from Jere Law the General Manager, Dan Rank the General Sales Manager, to Stephen Elzein the Business Manager, all of whom made sure our visit was more than satisfactory. I live in Saginaw Mi and will drive the 80+ miles to this dealership because my wife and I have never been treated better as customers. When service is due on the Nautilus we will driver to Novi to have them service the vehicle. Varsity Lincoln makes us feel like we are their only customer and our satisfaction is so important to them. Tom and Jodie Kerby
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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The salesperson was friendly and available whenever I
The salesperson was friendly and available whenever I called him. He answered all my questions, and made the whole process of leasing a vehicle very easy.






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I love my new car
I was able to pick out a vehicle in a timely matter. There were plenty of options, and I?m really happy with my decision !






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It was just a great experience from the minute we walked
It was just a great experience from the minute we walked in the door. Marius took his time with us and answered all my questions on both visits as well as on the phone. The delivery of my car was excellent as well with all the time it took to explain all the computer stuff. Brandon in finance was also very good as he took his time with us, explained all the papers, answered all my questions and worked with us. I felt valued at your dealership and you heard all my wants and needs for my new vehicle. I will definitely recommend Marius at your dealership.






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Chris Zeppa was my salesman.
Chris Zeppa was my salesman. I found him professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I recommend this dealership.






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I had an amazing experience at Turbo Motors!
I had an amazing experience at Turbo Motors! From start to finish, the team made the entire process smooth and stress-free. A special shoutout to Jason and Earl for their exceptional service — these guys went above and beyond to make sure I found the perfect vehicle. They were knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cared about getting me the best deal. If you're looking for top-notch customer service and a great selection of cars, Turbo Motors is the place to go. Highly recommend!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Was a great purchase experience.
Was a great purchase experience. Ashleigh my salesperson was an absolute pleasure to work with. Customer service oriented. She wanted to make you comfortable and happy. Financing was simple and easy to. I recommend looking for your next car purchase here.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Very good service, convenient location, and shuttles for
Very good service, convenient location, and shuttles for drop off and pick up. This is so far a only Ford dealership having the shuttle service.






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My insurance company recommended Jack Demmer Ford to have
My insurance company recommended Jack Demmer Ford to have some body work done. They were great!!! Texted me regularly to keep updated and finished my car repairs on time. Car looks wonderful and they gave it a really good cleaning inside & out. I will definitely use them again!






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My recent experience with the Service team at Taylor Ford
My recent experience with the Service team at Taylor Ford was outstanding! The level of communication, service and attention to detail I personally have not seen in my many years working with other dealer service departments. MY 2018 Ford Explorer was well taken care of and I appreciate the team. Specifically Kim, Todd, Charlene and Kelly. Thank you for everything.
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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Hey people if you're looking for a new car, try wixom
Hey people if you're looking for a new car, try wixom motors just ask for Dino I got the car that I wanted the staff was very courtesy and helpful, They made me feel comfortable I would recommend if you're looking for a vehicle they have them all so try them out and don't forget to ask for Dino he is very upfront and you can ask him anything, I will definitely purchase here again






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Ordering the my new 2025 King Ranch was simple.
Ordering the my new 2025 King Ranch was simple. Mike and Crest Ford made the process easy. Solid communication and all was delivered as promised.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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The experience was very delightful, I can tell they
The experience was very delightful, I can tell they really care about their customers. I drove up from out of state to purchase the vehicle.
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Working with my service advisor Johnny has been
Working with my service advisor Johnny has been fantastic. He takes pride in his work and taking care of customers. Great customer service!
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $38,595 | |
2023 Ford Explorer | $28,500 | 76 Good deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $20,746 | 8 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $19,388 | 12 Good deals |
2019 Ford Explorer | $13,995 | 5 Great deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $12,995 | 8 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $12,249 | 5 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 $28,857, with pricing starting at $14,999.
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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