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  2021 Ford Explorer
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 - Net trade-in value
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 - Months
 - 72
 - APR
 - 7.0%
 - Sales tax
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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I Dairy Burns had a excellent experience with sales
I Dairy Burns had a excellent experience with sales consultant ILIANA DAVILA at Sam Pack Five Star in Carrollton
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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Dvonte Muhammad reach out to me & his manager helped me
Dvonte Muhammad reach out to me & his manager helped me get my credit and truck fast very friendly as well . Definitely 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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Wonderful experience from start to finish.
Wonderful experience from start to finish. Keith our salesman is a top notch man and salesman. David in the finance department very nice ,helpful and made you feel at home. Answered all of our questions and helped us with every detail. Look these guys up for your next vehicle purchase.
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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Service provide was great!
Service provide was great! Great staff and team at Audi! Will go here again for services highly recommend. They did a great job on my car!
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 purchased an SUV with Samuel Dixon.
I purchased an SUV with Samuel Dixon. He was so awesome to work with and the sales transaction went smoothly. Sam and the team were straightforward. I look forward to purchasing again in the future. In the past, I've been to different dealerships, and I was tired of their deceitful tactics.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Great service!
Great service! Very efficient car buying process! We went in just looking at vehicles and ending up leasing. They listened to our needs and found the perfect for us.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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JR in service did a superior job for me once again.
JR in service did a superior job for me once again. There are two dealerships closer to my home, but I find the extra driving time is well worth it with the value & service provided by Richardson Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram. Thanks again JR in service!
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Hello, We search several dealerships for a car,
Hello, We search several dealerships for a car, specifically a Mercedes. My son found an excellent dealership, Ride-N-Drive, in Garland, TX, -- his "dream car," he said. The place is small/nice & the staff are friendly, inclusive of a diverse collection of great cars. *** Thank you, Shane, for the favorable experience. Your professionalism and patience are first-rate. We will send referrals on your way. Thanks to Anthony for helping us finalize the purchase yesterday (4/25/25) Ride-N-Drive exceeded our expectations. Awesome service! ****Highly recommended. Friends, give it a try, and you will be happy with the service. ******** Ask for Shane Swenson. -Have a fantastic day! Ami
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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This dealership understands how to assist the customer
This dealership understands how to assist the customer without being pushy and annoying. When we get ready to purchase this dealership will be among our first to contact.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Good experience in dealing with Kerron at dallas lease
Good experience in dealing with Kerron at dallas lease returns, would Definitely buy another vehicle from him !
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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My buying experience at Sam Packs Ford in Carrollton was
My buying experience at Sam Packs Ford in Carrollton was one of the best experiences I have had. From sales, to finance, to upgrades, to make ready, all were friendly, concise, thorough and exhibited great care for me as their customer. I would recommend Sam Pack’s Ford to all looking for a great car buying experience.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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My buying experience was seamless!
My buying experience was seamless! My salesperson Dylan did an exceptional job of facilitating my purchase experience!
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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My family has purchased 5 cars with the help of Auto
My family has purchased 5 cars with the help of Auto Locators over the past 15 years. They always take the time to truly listen to your wants and needs and we have never felt pressured at all. They have always gone over the top to take care of us ( I even referred my boss who purchased a car with them). We wouldn’t hesitate for a moment to use them again or refer them. They always take care of there customers.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Phillip used king ranch
They will try and make it right, kith drake went out on a limb to change the Triton warranty to the correct 1, 5 star still gets 5 stars
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Great buying experience, much better than other
Great buying experience, much better than other dealerships for buying a vehicle. They didn't force us to add an extended warranty or other typical dealership nonsense.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Great Truck i bought and a great price Highly recommend
Great Truck i bought and a great price Highly recommend Great TRX Will buy from them again. Go check them out.
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
          
        
      
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Great dealership
Very friendly people and great to work with. They found a way to get me approved without any issues. Definitely recommend if in need of a vehicle.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals | 
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Explorer | $51,427 | |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $44,489 | 7 Great deals | 
| 2024 Ford Explorer | $33,904 | 8 Great deals | 
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $31,593 | 40 Good deals | 
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $27,198 | 8 Great deals | 
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $22,829 | 6 Great deals | 
| 2018 Ford Explorer | $16,680 | 5 Great deals | 
| 2017 Ford Explorer | $14,012 | 8 Great deals | 
| 2016 Ford Explorer | $13,653 | 3 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 $26,494, with pricing starting at $8,151.
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.
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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 | |
|---|---|
| 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)
    
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