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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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I will say the Wickstrom dealership in Barrington
I will say the Wickstrom dealership in Barrington provided my BEST CAR buying experience so far! Thanks to Alex Lopez and his professionalism helping us through the entire process, making it easy/seamless to purchase the 2025 Ford Explorer ST. He walked us around the vehicle explaining it entirely and making us comfortable. We really appreciated his follow up process throughout and recommend if you are shopping for a vehicle.....go to WICKSTROM and see Alex Lopez. Thank you, Beth H.
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 Limited
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Great service
Everyone was friendly. Took care of what needed to be done. Didn't have to wear a mask. Made sure i was ok and didn't need anything since it was longer than expected with brakes
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 XLT
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Weather I need a simple oil change or have major repairs
Weather I need a simple oil change or have major repairs under warranty I know I can count on Ron Stewart to facilitate the repairs quickly and effectively. He is a main reason I would purchase another new vehicle from this dealership.
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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Grate services every time when I need help I got a Ford
Grate services every time when I need help I got a Ford Bronco there amazing adventure I got back for service the advisors very knowledgable 100 % recommend
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 King Ranch
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Very easy to work with Kunes, everyone was pleasant to
Very easy to work with Kunes, everyone was pleasant to talk with and they were able to meet my expectations.
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 XLT
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Best dealership in town.
Best dealership in town. There’s no other dealer in Illinois that compares to this one. I’m a passionate automobile enthusiast with no patience for xx and THIS dealer has NONE of that. I walked in and I was greeted softly and warmly by the front desk discussing the reason for my visit and understanding if I was browsing or looking for something specific. When I spoke about a specific vehicle I wanted I was referred to Tiffany the sales manager. She was as warm and welcoming as the front desk people were. Tiffany paid careful attention to what I wanted and what I was looking for. I never felt rushed or pressured. I felt MY time and what I wanted is what mattered to her, which it did! She introduced me to her product specialist Roland ( With a cool Cowboy hat and a great sense of humor to accompany it). While Roland knew full well I wasn’t in the market to buy a car in the near future he still spent almost 2 hours with me discussing my options, my needs, and how to get those needs taken care of. By the end of my visit, Roland helped me place an order for the exact vehicle I want. Despite not making a sale that day, they invested those nearly 2 hours in MY NEEDS and they showed me how much MY time meant to them. I’m almost 40 years old and I’ve never purchased a brand new car before in my life, and you know what? This is the place that’s going to happen and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Roland for explaining things so well and exploring everything down to the last detail to get me what I want and what I need. Bob Rohrmans Ford will be my first new car purchase and I’m confident it wont be my last. If you appreciate a no pressure environment that cares about your time, your needs, and communicates things clearly and easily….. This is the place for you






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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1 contact and best pricing all in less then an hour best
1 contact and best pricing all in less then an hour best buying experience I have ever had






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Best ever
Hands down the best car buying experience I've ever had. From my salesman Tim to the G.M. and finance guy ,all class people. I would buy from the again.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Great dealer
Thank you Chris, I bought a 2003 Acura. The transmission began to slip and bang into gear the next day. I went back and talked to Chris. He talked to the owner.They asked me what do you want to do. Return trade or repair. They split the cost of a rebuilt transmission. It's been 1 year and I love this car. Thank you Sinature auto.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Great experience.
Great experience. Alex was a charm to work with for the truck I been wanting.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Pat Mucia was very knowledgeable and honest.
Pat Mucia was very knowledgeable and honest. Made my first new car buying a breeze. Available all the time to answer my questions and followed up on till the end. He certainly changed my mind about car sales man. Thank you again. You win the customer for life.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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I visited the dealership to check out a used car for sale
I visited the dealership to check out a used car for sale and was met with a warm welcome. I had a great conversation with two sales associates, who were friendly and professional. Unfortunately, the car I was interested in had already been sold. However, the sales team remained courteous and did not pressure me into considering other vehicles. Our conversation was open and relaxed, making for a positive experience. If I come across another car at this dealership, I would gladly return. Thank you






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Ford Edge ST
I has a Great buying experience at Porcaro Ford! I was looking for a newer mid-sized SUV and the salesman at Porcaro listened to my needs, showed me what they had and offered to search for a vehicle if needed. Luckily the 2019 Ford Edge ST on the lot was a perfect match. Very pleased with the whole experience.






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My name is Bency ,!
My name is Bency ,!I purchased a car on the 01:03/2025 from Bredemann Toyota , The sales person MarczjanavTzsarak was very helpful and detail oriented Her customer service was very pleasant and excellent . She is really an asset to this delearship






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William(Jim)Mueller was a fantastic sales person.
William(Jim)Mueller was a fantastic sales person. He explain everything I hade questions about and he could not have been more helpful!






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I bought a car from Autos of Chicago for my daughter.
I bought a car from Autos of Chicago for my daughter. I want to thank Adam and Mike for all the help. My daughter loved her car.






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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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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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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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Thank you for the great experience Everardo.
Thank you for the great experience Everardo. Will definitely recommend to friends about Gillespie ford.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $35,369 | 5 Great deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $33,841 | 8 Good deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $25,985 | 8 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $19,777 | 10 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $20,199 | 11 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $10,999 | 9 Good deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $8,995 | 4 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 $28,665, with pricing starting at $9,800.
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
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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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