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

    $24,988

    $509
    69,603 mi.
    Est. $464/mo

    Paul Heuring Ford

    4.8
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    Hobart, IN (21 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

    $22,612

    $441
    81,132 mi.
    Est. $420/mo

    Thomas Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Highland

    4.7
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    Highland, IN (10 mi)

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  • Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLTInfinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $24,251

    $811
    77,682 mi.
    Est. $451/mo

    Currie Motors Ford of Valpo

    4.8
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    Valparaiso, IN (29 mi)
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  • Black 2021 Ford Explorer XLTBlack 2021 Ford Explorer XLTBlack 2021 Ford Explorer XLTBlack 2021 Ford Explorer XLTBlack 2021 Ford Explorer XLTBlack 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $26,998

    59,135 mi.
    Est. $502/mo

    CarMax Tinley Park

    4.6
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    Tinley Park, IL (10 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

    $16,995

    $499
    89,031 mi.
    Est. $316/mo

    Bose Motors

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    Crestwood, IL (13 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $24,372

    125,262 mi.
    Est. $453/mo

    Baha Auto of Cicero

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    Cicero, IL (27 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

    $26,150

    $1.7K
    53,012 mi.
    Est. $486/mo

    Castle Buick GMC

    3.7
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    North Riverside, IL (28 mi)
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  • WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTWHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTWHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTWHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTWHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTWHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,450

    $1.3K
    88,120 mi.
    Est. $436/mo

    Guaranteed Motor Cars

    3.0
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    palos hills, IL (10 mi)

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  • Oxford White 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $17,949

    124,674 mi.
    Est. $334/mo

    Midway Dodge

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (24 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

    $25,592

    50,705 mi.
    Est. $476/mo

    Napleton Ford of Oak Lawn

    4.7
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    Oak Lawn, IL (19 mi)
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  • Blue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUVBlue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUVBlue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUVBlue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUVBlue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUVBlue 2021 Ford Explorer ST AWD 4dr SUV

    $24,854

    101,824 mi.
    Est. $462/mo

    Your Choice Auto Sales of Joliet

    4.7
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    Joliet, IL (26 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $18,995

    139,186 mi.
    Est. $353/mo

    Bose Motors

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    Crestwood, IL (13 mi)
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  • Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $22,720

    85,558 mi.
    Est. $422/mo

    Chevrolet of Merrillville

    4.9
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    Merrillville, IN (16 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Base

    $16,846

    121,564 mi.
    Est. $313/mo

    Shaver Preferred Motors

    4.2
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    Merriville, IN (16 mi)
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  • Iconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $28,400

    43,927 mi.
    Est. $528/mo

    Car and Drive Motorsports

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    Midlothian, IL (13 mi)
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  • AGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAGATE BLACK METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $24,295

    96,899 mi.
    Est. $451/mo

    Westfield Ford

    4.2
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    Countryside, IL (25 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer BaseAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Base

    $15,995

    104,060 mi.
    Est. $297/mo

    Blue Sky Auto Sales - Crestwood

    1.8
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    Crestwood, IL (13 mi)
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    42,446 mi.
    Est. $0/mo

    Napleton Ford of Oak Lawn

    4.7
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    Oak Lawn, IL (19 mi)
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  • Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $26,949

    10,899 mi.
    Est. $501/mo

    Midway Dodge

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (24 mi)
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  • $26,995

    45,508 mi.
    Est. $502/mo

    Highline Auto Sales

    4.5
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    Willowbrook, IL (25 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $29,148

    97,839 mi.
    Est. $542/mo

    Ames Ford

    4.9
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    $152 delivery from Ames, IA (311 mi)
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  • Carbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedCarbonized Gray Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $23,500

    77,860 mi.
    Est. $437/mo

    Unlimited Motors Fishers

    4.1
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    $203 delivery from Fishers, IN (136 mi)
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  • Oxford White 2021 Ford Explorer BaseOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer BaseOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer BaseOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer BaseOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer BaseOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer Base

    $20,813

    $500
    78,346 mi.
    Est. $387/mo

    Castle Chevrolet of Villa Park

    4.3
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    Villa Park, IL (33 mi)
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  • Iconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STIconic Silver Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $35,402

    $705
    40,815 mi.
    Est. $658/mo

    St Charles Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    4.0
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    Saint Charles, IL (47 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $26,873

    $329
    48,863 mi.
    Est. $499/mo

    Elmhurst Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

    4.0
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    Elmhurst, IL (36 mi)
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  • Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedBlack Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedBlack Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedBlack Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedBlack Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedBlack Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $18,999

    110,355 mi.
    Est. $353/mo

    KNB Motors Inc

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    Northlake, IL (34 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

    $25,990

    49,899 mi.
    Est. $483/mo

    Great Deals on Wheels

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    Michigan City, IN (42 mi)
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  • Red Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRed Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRed Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRed Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRed Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRed Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $18,988

    $1.6K
    109,404 mi.
    Est. $353/mo

    McGrath Kia Highland Park

    3.6
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    Highland Park, IL (49 mi)
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  • RAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTRAPID RED MET TINTED CC 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $28,251

    44,187 mi.
    Est. $525/mo

    Toyota of Naperville

    4.9
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    Naperville, IL (36 mi)
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  • Forged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTForged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTForged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTForged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTForged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTForged Green Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $28,853

    $1.5K
    21,666 mi.
    Est. $536/mo

    Murgado Ford of Chicago

    4.2
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    Chicago, IL (32 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

    $28,331

    31,730 mi.
    Est. $526/mo

    Packey Webb Ford

    4.7
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    Downers Grove, IL (32 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLTAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,310

    $1.1K
    86,028 mi.
    Est. $433/mo

    McGrath Acura of Morton Grove

    4.1
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    Morton Grove, IL (41 mi)
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  • Atlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer STAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $39,340

    45,629 mi.
    Est. $731/mo

    Packey Webb Ford

    4.7
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    Downers Grove, IL (32 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

    $28,643

    $323
    43,489 mi.
    Est. $532/mo

    Greenway Autos

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    Morris, IL (42 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2026 Ford Explorer $49,482 6 Good deals
2025 Ford Explorer $44,470 14 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $37,491 17 Good deals
2023 Ford Explorer $32,910 15 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $30,965 9 Great deals
2020 Ford Explorer $23,966 8 Great deals
2019 Ford Explorer $16,017 7 Great deals
2018 Ford Explorer $15,619 7 Great deals
2017 Ford Explorer $13,994 10 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)
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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 $25,415, with pricing starting at $12,375.

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.

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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