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Used
2021 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Lackland AFB, TX
- 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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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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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 Limited
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5 Stars – A Truly Exceptional Experience.
5 Stars – A Truly Exceptional Experience. I had been searching across Texas for weeks, looking for a specific Yukon in a certain trim that was clearly in high demand—only ten or so were available statewide. Most dealers I contacted were either marking up the price well over MSRP and/or adding thousands in unnecessary extras. Then I came across the exact model and trim I wanted on GMC’s website, which showed it was in transit to Cavender GMC West. From there, the experience couldn’t have been smoother. I quickly found the vehicle on Cavender’s website and submitted an online price request. I got an instant response—and to my surprise (and Cavender's credit), they were offering the vehicle below MSRP with no dealer add-ons. A few minutes later, I received a call from Brandon Guzman. He confirmed the price without hesitation. No games, no changes—just total transparency. I asked if I could put down a deposit to hold the vehicle, and Brandon made it happen that evening. Over the next ten days, while I waited for it to arrive, Brandon stayed in touch. As soon as it landed, he called to let me know it would be ready the next day. I drove down from Austin to San Antonio, and when I arrived, the vehicle was freshly detailed, fully gassed up, and waiting for me to take it home. The paperwork took less than 40 minutes. No upselling. No pressure. Just a smooth, easy transaction. Brandon took the time to walk me through all the vehicle’s features and answered every question I had. I was back on the road within an hour and twenty minutes. He even texted me the next day just to check in, make sure everything went well on the drive back, and confirm that I had everything set up the way I wanted. I’ve purchased nine vehicles from seven different dealerships in my lifetime—this was easily one of the best buying experiences I’ve had. Brandon Guzman was honest, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. Cavender GMC West runs a professional, customer-focused operation from start to finish. I’ll be back when it’s time for my next GMC—no question about it.
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 Platinum
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I have bought several cars here and so has my family.
I have bought several cars here and so has my family. Best deal upfront with no hassle.
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 Limited
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Dan Emrie and Steve were amazing at Jordan Ford, San
Dan Emrie and Steve were amazing at Jordan Ford, San Antonio! Best experience buying a vehicle I’ve ever had!! They did everything/anything I asked for to get the sale completed and made the experience actually enjoyable. Almost like buying a vehicle from your best friends. If you need a vehicle, and want to work with people who actually care about you and your needs, go see these guys at Jordan Ford. I’ll only do deals with Dan and Steve from here on out.
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 King Ranch
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Mr. Emerie made the whole experience very smooth and
Mr. Emerie made the whole experience very smooth and worked very hard with us all.
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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Awesone Customer service
Customer service was amazing and the process was fast. I just picked out the truck i wanted online and went to sign papers amd drove off. Its that easy, i recommend Carmax to anyone looking to buy a vehicle.
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Mrs. Ice Queen
Jose was assigned to help me. He was very helpful and knowledgeable. I very much wanted to do business with him but they didn't have the exact car I was looking for.
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2012 Ford Edge battery died
My battery died on 410 and Evers shopping center parking lot. AAA came and jumped and gave me a printout and said it was the battery. I had already called Josh Hammond and Jose Rico and said I would be coming. When I arrived they took my car and I had a new battery in less then 45 minutes. The whole experience only took less then 3 hrs and than included an hour wait for AAA. My sister and I were on our way quickly.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Explorer | $47,457 | |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | $44,521 | |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | $32,417 | 14 Good deals |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | $28,135 | 13 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 $26,476, with pricing starting at $12,893.
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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