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  • Atlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAtlas Blue Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $27,391

    47,048 mi.
    Est. $506/mo

    Norm Reeves Toyota Dallas

    4.6
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    Dallas, TX (15 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

    $21,495

    84,503 mi.
    Est. $397/mo

    AutoNation Honda Lewisville

    4.7
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    Lewisville, TX (8 mi)
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  • Oxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $18,995

    $1K
    94,756 mi.
    Est. $351/mo

    AutoNation Chevrolet North Richland Hills

    4.4
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    North Richland Hills, TX (20 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

    $17,400

    120,357 mi.
    Est. $321/mo

    Audi Fort Worth

    4.8
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    Benbrook, TX (30 mi)
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  • Black 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumBlack 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $26,700

    $2.4K
    76,419 mi.
    Est. $493/mo

    Hiley Mazda of Hurst

    4.9
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    Hurst, TX (20 mi)
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  • Silver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $26,983

    37,127 mi.
    Est. $498/mo

    Auto Locators of Texas

    4.1
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    Plano, TX (9 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

    $22,400

    46,882 mi.
    Est. $413/mo

    Auto Merchants Inc.

    4.4
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    Plano, TX (9 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

    $29,726

    79,830 mi.
    Est. $549/mo

    Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas

    4.5
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    Dallas, TX (15 mi)
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  • ICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLTICONIC SILVER METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $19,995

    96,935 mi.
    Est. $369/mo

    Vanguard Kia of Arlington

    4.3
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    Arlington, TX (21 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

    $20,495

    $500
    41,735 mi.
    Est. $378/mo

    International Auto Sales

    4.0
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    Garland, TX (14 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

    37,050 mi.
    Est. $498/mo

    CarMax Texas Stadium (Irving)

    4.1
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    Irving, TX (6 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer PlatinumAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

    $28,674

    $1.3K
    74,686 mi.
    Est. $529/mo

    Hiley Chevrolet

    4.5
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    Rockwall, TX (26 mi)
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  • STONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedSTONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedSTONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedSTONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedSTONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedSTONE GRAY METALLIC 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $23,000

    $300
    65,666 mi.
    Est. $424/mo

    AutoSavvy Richardson

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    Richardson, TX (11 mi)
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  • Oxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOxford White 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $24,499

    68,834 mi.
    Est. $452/mo

    South Dallas Mitsubishi

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    Dallas, TX (16 mi)
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  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Metallic Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $30,495

    73,327 mi.
    Est. $563/mo

    Imd Motors Richardson

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    Dallas, TX (2 mi)
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  • Agate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer LimitedAgate Black Metallic 2021 Ford Explorer Limited

    $21,995

    102,950 mi.
    Est. $406/mo

    DriveTime of Plano

    5.0
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    Plano, TX (13 mi)
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  • Star White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer STStar White Tri-Coat 2021 Ford Explorer ST

    $28,710

    $839
    88,927 mi.
    Est. $530/mo

    Prosper Ford

    4.5
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    Prosper, TX (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

    $22,491

    $1.2K
    70,065 mi.
    Est. $415/mo

    Ewing Subaru of Plano

    4.9
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    Plano, TX (8 mi)
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  • Silver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLTSilver 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $23,909

    55,736 mi.
    Est. $441/mo

    DallasLeaseReturns.com

    5.0
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    Dallas, TX (4 mi)
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  • OXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLTOXFORD WHITE 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $19,995

    $635
    92,182 mi.
    Est. $369/mo

    Bob Tomes Ford

    4.8
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    McKinney, TX (24 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

    $19,575

    123,858 mi.
    Est. $361/mo

    DallasLeaseReturns.com

    5.0
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    Dallas, TX (4 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

    $24,998

    47,647 mi.
    Est. $461/mo

    Shottenkirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Prosper

    4.4
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    Prosper, TX (21 mi)
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  • Gray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLTGray 2021 Ford Explorer XLT

    $19,874

    105,141 mi.
    Est. $367/mo

    Mossy of Picayune

    4.8
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    Free delivery from Picayune, MS (457 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

    $24,998

    56,927 mi.
    Est. $461/mo

    CarMax Hulen Mall

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    Free delivery to Irving, TX (6 mi)
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Ford Explorer prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2026 Ford Explorer $45,070
2025 Ford Explorer $41,514 19 Great deals
2024 Ford Explorer $29,851 8 Great deals
2023 Ford Explorer $31,014 5 Great deals
2022 Ford Explorer $25,758 8 Great deals
2020 Ford Explorer $22,643 25 Good deals
2018 Ford Explorer $16,801 13 Good deals
2017 Ford Explorer $13,878 9 Good 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)
Side view of the 2021 Ford Explorer
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 $25,078, with pricing starting at $11,999.

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?

The 2021 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:


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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