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  • Gray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,998

    54,655 mi.
    Est. $449/mo

    CarMax Pleasanton

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    Pleasanton, CA (29 mi)
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  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $26,322

    $119
    47,064 mi.
    Est. $493/mo

    Capitol Ford

    4.6
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    San Jose, CA (11 mi)

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  • Stone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStone Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,598

    $400
    59,803 mi.
    Est. $442/mo

    Dublin Buick GMC

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    Dublin, CA (29 mi)
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  • White Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STWhite Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STWhite Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STWhite Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STWhite Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STWhite Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $36,750

    $200
    64,486 mi.
    Est. $688/mo

    Sunnyvale Ford

    3.0
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    Sunnyvale, CA (4 mi)
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  • Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $30,589

    74,697 mi.
    Est. $572/mo

    Stevens Creek Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM

    1.7
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    San Jose, CA (5 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,865

    $2.1K
    60,882 mi.
    Est. $447/mo

    Frontier Ford

    4.6
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    Santa Clara, CA (5 mi)
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  • Oxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $25,498

    50,505 mi.
    Est. $477/mo

    Frontier Ford

    4.6
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    Santa Clara, CA (5 mi)
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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $19,798

    107,266 mi.
    Est. $370/mo

    Sunnyvale Honda

    4.8
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    Sunnyvale, CA (4 mi)

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  • CARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,999

    83,388 mi.
    Est. $449/mo

    The Ford Store Morgan Hill

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    Morgan Hill, CA (27 mi)
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  • $22,080

    98,307 mi.
    Est. $413/mo

    Mercedes-Benz of San Jose

    4.3
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    San Jose, CA (14 mi)
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  • Gray 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedGray 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedGray 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedGray 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedGray 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedGray 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $31,998

    17,878 mi.
    Est. $599/mo

    CarMax West Sahara

    4.4
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    $99 delivery to San Jose, CA (11 mi)
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  • Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumGray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $35,991

    31,312 mi.
    Est. $673/mo

    Mark Kia

    4.1
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    $1,261 delivery from Scottsdale, AZ (631 mi)
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  • CARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumCARBONIZED GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $28,400

    85,829 mi.
    Est. $531/mo

    Tracy Volkswagen

    3.7
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    Tracy, CA (45 mi)
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  • Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer STInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer STInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer STInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer STInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer STInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $30,890

    $100
    85,312 mi.
    Est. $578/mo

    Serramonte Ford

    4.6
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    Colma, CA (33 mi)
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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    Not Priced

    87,897 mi.
    Est. $0/mo

    Walnut Creek Ford

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    Walnut Creek, CA (41 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2026 Ford Explorer $53,551
2022 Ford Explorer $31,840 6 Great deals

About the 2021 Ford Explorer

Basics

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)
Side view of the 2021 Ford Explorer
FAQs

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 $25,376, with pricing starting at $13,477.

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?

The 2021 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:


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.

(76 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.7
Interior
4.5
Performance
4.7
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.7
Reliability
4.4
Ratings (76 reviews)

88% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.7
Interior
4.5
Performance
4.7
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.7
Reliability
4.4
Trims

Base (2 styles)

Style
Base 4WD Base RWD
Inventory price
Starting at $34,925 Starting at $32,925
Combined MPG
23 24
Engine
300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

King Ranch (2 styles)

Style
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
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
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
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
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)

Style
XLT 4WD XLT RWD
Inventory price
Starting at $37,075 Starting at $35,075
Combined MPG
23 24
Engine
300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) 300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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