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Used
2021 Ford Explorer
for sale
near
Plainview, NY
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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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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GREAT EXPERIENCE
i bought a brand new dodge ram 2500 power wagon on 6/4/2019. this has been the best new vehicle shoping experience of my life. vanessa viva-somri was a amazing sales consultant. i would recommend her to anyone that wants a new truck or car .
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.






Ford Certified
2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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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 ST
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Excellent Experience
I highly recommend going to AA Discount Auto’s. James and Joe were very pleasant, answered all my questions and made my first time car buying experience as comfortable and smooth as possible. James took the time to explain every portion of the purchasing aspect, step by step and worked within my budget. Very good sound advise with no hidden agendas, no underhanded misleads or overblown hidden fees. They are fair, professional and look to give the best customer buying experience. I have no hesitation in being a repeat customer. They make you feel like family.
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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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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Robert Ciatto
Jim was very good in handling my issue with my ford Bronco Sport. He explained the issues thoroughly.






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Ford of Queens has been very attentive to my online
Ford of Queens has been very attentive to my online request and has continued to follow up, even as I drag my feet on making a decision. I have not visited the dealership, so I cannot comment beyond my online experience.






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Staff was friendly, informative and went above and beyond
Staff was friendly, informative and went above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Amazing experience!






Used
2021 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD
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Found this place on cars.
Found this place on cars.com. The cars are clean. I went to a few dealerships that day and this place had the nicest cars. I financed with them on a 2017 BMW X5. I highly recommend this place if your looking for a nice used car.






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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Overall great experience.
Overall great experience. I was interested in purchasing a preowned expedition. The sales staff were extremely accommodating patient and willing to go the extra mile to make sure the deal got done. And particular Andre was great to work with, and I would highly recommend them.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Ask for Will great guy honest value
Perfect transaction no issues, this dealership is my family’s first choice now. Fast service friendly staff and very nice show room, thank you port Jeff dodge!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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It was my best experience.
It was my best experience. Now, i can say that the money is well spent.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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unbeatable finance rates
Smooth process, friendly staff, and unbeatable finance rates. I'm a satisfied customer with a great new car in my driveway. really happy with this company!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Pa Malick
I worked with Jesse and Jimmy and they were excellent. Jimmy went above and beyond to ensure that I got the car of my dream and the best protection needed. I couldn’t be happier! I definitely recommend this dealership.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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I had a great time there, the sales woman was on point
I had a great time there, the sales woman was on point and I came out driving my dream car. Am definitely gonna be outside this summer :)






Used
2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Smithtown ford
Will and John made buying process a pleasure. All of my concerns were answered and taken care of.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Service team was excellent
Great to deal with from start to finish. Listened to our concerns and repaired any and all items. Quick and professional.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Smithtown Lincoln/Ford
Great inventory, personable sales team, and knowledgeable service department.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Team enough for their excellent service
I can't thank the team enough for their excellent service. The low finance rates were the cherry on top, making my purchase even more delightful.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $38,892 | 3 Good deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $24,488 | 3 Good deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $23,490 | 11 Good deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $25,495 | 20 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $17,500 | 5 Great deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $12,795 | 3 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $8,999 | 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 $27,116, with pricing starting at $11,472.
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 | |
---|---|
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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