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Used
2021 Ford Explorer
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near
South Lyon, MI
- Down Payment
- $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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This was an excellent experience.
This was an excellent experience. Mr Law listened carefully to what we needed and found the perfect car for our family. Highly recommend!
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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Nick Riley and Dan Kittle were awesome, they made the process easy and fun. You have a lifetime customer with me. I love my new F150!
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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We had been looking for a new Traverse that fit all our
We had been looking for a new Traverse that fit all our requirements for months and finally found it at Vic Canever. Jake was awesome! We are from out of state and he walked us through the purchase of our vehicle step by step. Great experience, great people, great dealership.
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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Only problem was the invoice said that the air filter
Only problem was the invoice said that the air filter wasn?t checked then on the back side of Check list said it was. But it wasn?t checked. Transparency needs to be cleared up. I believe this should be part of the multi point check list
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 love my new car
I was able to pick out a vehicle in a timely matter. There were plenty of options, and I?m really happy with my decision !






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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The people at this dealership are totally customer
The people at this dealership are totally customer oriented and serve them with utmost care.






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I had an amazing experience at Turbo Motors!
I had an amazing experience at Turbo Motors! From start to finish, the team made the entire process smooth and stress-free. A special shoutout to Jason and Earl for their exceptional service — these guys went above and beyond to make sure I found the perfect vehicle. They were knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cared about getting me the best deal. If you're looking for top-notch customer service and a great selection of cars, Turbo Motors is the place to go. Highly recommend!






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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My car developed a problem, (engine light stayed on) and
My car developed a problem, (engine light stayed on) and reduced engine power. The service department set a date and time to bring my car in and offered to provide a loaner car. I brought my car in on the scheduled date & time. The loaner car was washed, gassed up and ready for pick up. The repair was done in a few days; part of the repair cost was covered by warranty and my car runs great. The service department made this a painless process.






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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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Chris Zeppa was my salesman.
Chris Zeppa was my salesman. I found him professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I recommend this dealership.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Awesome Dealership
This has been my home Ford dealership since 2010. Brent Dix is my sales guy! He's great! I have bought or leased at least 5 cars since then.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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The salesperson was friendly and available whenever I
The salesperson was friendly and available whenever I called him. He answered all my questions, and made the whole process of leasing a vehicle very easy.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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My salesperson is always very friendly and knowledgeable,
My salesperson is always very friendly and knowledgeable, she answered all my questions and returns phone calls on a timely basis. I have been dealing Serra Ford/Tom Holzer for many years.
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I would like to take a moment to commend my salesperson,
I would like to take a moment to commend my salesperson, Tony Vorias. He was exceptional throughout the entire process. His knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made my experience seamless and enjoyable. Also, he took the time to answer all my questions and ensured that I felt confident in my decision.






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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My recent experience with the Service team at Taylor Ford
My recent experience with the Service team at Taylor Ford was outstanding! The level of communication, service and attention to detail I personally have not seen in my many years working with other dealer service departments. MY 2018 Ford Explorer was well taken care of and I appreciate the team. Specifically Kim, Todd, Charlene and Kelly. Thank you for everything.
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 Base
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Salesperson Lance had 35 yrs experience as a car salesman
Salesperson Lance had 35 yrs experience as a car salesman and was awesome. I highly recommend getting your next car at this dealership and ask for Lance. My wife and I purchased an RS Blazer with no hassle and very quick. Total transaction was less than 2.5hrs. Will go back if they have another vehicle that I’m interested in.






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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The seller was great, the entire staff at Goling Kia were
The seller was great, the entire staff at Goling Kia were kind, caring, helpful and considerate for all of my needs.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Nice dealership with a large inventory, friendly staff.
Nice dealership with a large inventory, friendly staff. Had great financing during a promotion. Would by a vehicle from there again in the future and recommend them






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Great customer service
They reached out very quickly and I can tell they have a passion for customer service! They were able to confirm the vehicle was available. Going to stop in and check it out.
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Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2026 Ford Explorer | ||
2025 Ford Explorer | $38,950 | |
2023 Ford Explorer | $28,500 | 5 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $21,200 | 85 Good deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $11,000 | 8 Great deals |
2019 Ford Explorer | $13,995 | 7 Good deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $13,887 | 9 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $7,999 | 12 Good deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $8,999 | 5 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 $27,535, with pricing starting at $9,999.
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 | |
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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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