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2021 Ford Explorer
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Wheaton, IL
- 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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We had a fantastic experience working with Lance at
We had a fantastic experience working with Lance at Countryside Nissan! He was honest, helpful, and truly went above and beyond to accommodate us—especially since we were driving in from 3 hours away. The SUV was exactly as described, runs like a dream, and was priced very fairly. Everyone at the dealership treated us with kindness and respect, which made the whole process smooth and enjoyable. We couldn’t be happier with our purchase and will 100% shop at Countryside Nissan again. Thank you for making this such a positive experience!
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 Limited
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Good team working there.
Good team working there. You can trust your vehicle is in great hands. Thank you Honda!
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 AWD Base 4dr SUV
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They gave me a great price on my car.
They gave me a great price on my car. Nice honest people, very satisfactory experience overall. I like their ancient wood sculptures around the facility.
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 XLT
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This was the best car buying experience we have ever had.
This was the best car buying experience we have ever had. Our sales person Jerry was very helpful, without any pressure, took us in a car for a test ride, and answered all of our questions. The whole process was smooth and we are very happy with our new car purchase!
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 XLT
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Svet was amazing omg he helped me soooo much he was nice
Svet was amazing omg he helped me soooo much he was nice patient and he got me what was affordable for my daughter and I this man is definitely an angel and he’s very professional he’s the best there is
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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On April 30th, I brought my 2018 Chevy Equinox to
On April 30th, I brought my 2018 Chevy Equinox to Advantage Chevrolet of Bolingbrook for routine maintenance and an oil change tire rotation. Their team of mechanics, Dylan specifically, and your service consultants Jimmy, Ray Jr. and Renee are truly exceptional, and I am immensely impressed by the level of professionalism and expertise I have experienced at your dealership throughout the years. Maintaining three Chevy vehicles can be quite a task, but the team at Advantage Chevrolet of Bolingbrook has consistently gone above and beyond to ensure that all of my cars are in top-notch condition. It's evident that they take pride in their work and are committed to delivering the best service possible. Their dedication to excellence has not gone unnoticed, and it has undoubtedly contributed to my continued trust in Advantage Chevrolet of Bolingbrook. I have peace of mind knowing that my vehicles are in the hands of experts who genuinely care about their customers. I?ve said it before and I?ll say it again, they?ve got a customer forever! Once again, I'd like to thank them for their exceptional service and for the peace of mind they provide as a trusted service provider. I look forward to continuing our partnership in the future. Jim McIlvain Downers Grove, IL.






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2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
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My husband and I just had one of the best online car
My husband and I just had one of the best online car buying experiences ever! Liz & Ramy at Joe Rizza Acura are truly amazing! They made the process as simple as could be & went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and help us with whatever was needed, especially considering that they are in IL & we are in NC, and even after delivery of the vehicle, they are still willing to answer questions & help us. They didn't ask for this review but it is so incredibly well-deserved that I had to do it & I highly recommend reaching out to them if you're in the market!






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2021 Ford Explorer Limited
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Amazing experience, i recommend them as I’ve been
Amazing experience, i recommend them as I’ve been shopping around for a while and they were by far the best!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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I had done all my homework, on the vehicle I wanted, they
I had done all my homework, on the vehicle I wanted, they had it, detailed to the 9’s, they were quick and thorough, the buying process went quick, because I was prepared and they were organized, and I didn’t spend a whole day there! Excellent!!






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Great dales service and attention to details Mr.
Great dales service and attention to details Mr. Michael Banach helped us to choose the second model now ….strongly recommended






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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I was looking for the new Ford Mach-E and Mike was great
I was looking for the new Ford Mach-E and Mike was great at getting me exactly what I wanted. The process took a while because of demand and delays but he was super helpful throughout the process and got me everything I wanted. Bob on the finance side really helped get things pushed through for me as well, so would definitely come again for my next car purchase!






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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I completed my deal in less then 2 hours , gave me good
I completed my deal in less then 2 hours , gave me good money for my trade and a deal on the new one.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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So happy with my recent service experience!
So happy with my recent service experience! I dropped off my husband's Genesis G70 and got updates via text while I was at work. They made it so easy. Thank you!






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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excellent car buying experience.
excellent car buying experience. The agent and I carefully went through all the details and needed transactions and all of my questions were answered for that day.






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Advantage Signature Enterprise Excellent !!!!!
This an amazing and awesome dealership unlike so many others. They warm, friendly, courteous and patient with you. Processing time is fast and the cars are top quality. The staff very accessible and responsive to your needs immediately. They numerous cars to pick from the help, support and assistance you get is outstanding. ADA -the Office Manager and Adminisrator is simply the best. She is efficient, prompt, focused, down to earth, warm and just excellent. You can and will trust her help, support, assistance and efforts. Absolutely top notch and first class. Eric Rogers, Ph.D. She is the best and I plan to come back to purchase again.






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2021 Ford Explorer ST
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Excellent sales people!
Excellent sales people! A truly great experience with extremely knowledgeable people. The auto was in magnificent condition, and the sales procedures were very well executed. It is a dealership that I will continue to purchase from and recommend!






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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Have a great selection of vehicles and happy with the one
Have a great selection of vehicles and happy with the one I decided to purchase. Thanks Stan with your knowledge of the new features of the car. I didn't however get a heads up about an Auto Chicago charge on top of the asking price price for the car. (899) So that does bug me a little. Not sure it would have changed my mind... but just pointing it out to me would have gone a long way for me.(






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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
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My experience was phenomenal from the ONE AND ONLY AMEN
My experience was phenomenal from the ONE AND ONLY AMEN AND THE FINANCIAL MANAGER HIS NEPHEW great customer service they had provided us a lot of options and me and my wife walked out with 2 cars MOST DEFINITELY BUYING ANOTHER CAR FROM THESE SPECIFIC PEOPLE BECAUSE THEIR ARE BRUTALLY honest and they don?t play games when helping out the community we need more people like them and encourage ford to give them A HUGE APRAISE AND RECOGNITION
Ford Explorer prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Ford Explorer | $35,369 | 11 Great deals |
2024 Ford Explorer | $33,841 | 5 Great deals |
2023 Ford Explorer | $25,695 | 15 Great deals |
2022 Ford Explorer | $21,500 | 21 Great deals |
2020 Ford Explorer | $20,199 | 18 Good deals |
2019 Ford Explorer | $12,995 | 9 Good deals |
2018 Ford Explorer | $12,950 | 8 Good deals |
2017 Ford Explorer | $9,995 | 9 Great deals |
2016 Ford Explorer | $8,995 | 14 Great 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 $28,656, with pricing starting at $13,991.
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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