2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr 4x2 Automatic

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Automatic Manual

Engine Type

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

MPG (City/Highway)

21/28

Safety Ratings

MSRP

$35,075

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Summary

Introducing the 2021 Ford Explorer XLT, equipped with an efficient EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 300hp turbo engine and a smooth 10-speed automatic transmission. With safety as a top priority, this SUV comes with a comprehensive suite of features, including 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, side seat mounted airbags, and a Safety Canopy System with overhead airbags for all three rows. Protecting occupants in case of impact, there are also knee airbags for the driver and passenger, as well as an airbag occupancy sensor. Additional highlights include automatic air conditioning, stylish 18″ aluminum wheels, and advanced stability and traction control systems for confident driving.

2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr 4x2 Automatic price

Invoice price

$33,672

Delivery charges

$1,245

MSRP

$35,075

Total price

$36,320

This is the basic version without any options added, check the Window Sticker for more accurate package and detailed information.

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2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr 4x2 Automatic warranty

Basic (months/miles)

Months: 36

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Miles: 36,000

Corrosion perforation (months/miles)

Months: 60

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Months: 60

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Miles: 60,000

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2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4dr 4x2 Automatic Colors

Interior Colors
Sandstone w/Unique Cloth Captain Chairs
Ebony w/Unique Cloth Captain Chairs
Sandstone w/ActiveX Captain Chairs
Ebony w/ActiveX Captain Chairs
Light Slate w/ActiveX Captain Chairs...
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Exterior Colors
Atlas Blue Metallic
Iconic Silver Metallic
Forged Green Metallic
Carbonized Gray Metallic
Stone Gray Metallic...
Agate Black Metallic
Oxford White
Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
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Engine

Type Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Engine Size 2.30 l
Cylinders Configuration I-4
Displacement 2,300 cc
Compressor Intercooled Turbo
Drive Type RWD
Horsepower 300 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque 310 lb.ft @ 3,500 rpm
Engine Location Front
Valves 16
Compression 10
Stroke 3.70 in
Bore 3.44 in

Fuel

Type Gasoline
Tank Capacity 17.90 gal

Mileage

EPA City Economy 21
EPA Highway Economy 28
EPA Combined Economy 24
Cruising Range City 358 mi
Cruising Range Highway 483.30 mi

Transmission

Type
Automatic
Number Of Speeds
10
Description
10 Speed Automatic
First Gear Ratio
4.71
Second Gear Ratio
3
Third Gear Ratio
2.15
Fourth Gear Ratio
1.77
Fifth Gear Ratio
1.52
Sixth Gear Ratio
1.27
Seventh Gear Ratio
1
Eighth Gear Ratio
0.85
Reverse Gear Ratio
4.88
Final Drive Axle Ratio
3.58

Powertrain

Doors

Doors 4

Seating

Number Of Seats 7
Max Seating Capacity 7

Wheels

Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel

Exterior dimensions

Overall Length 198.82 in
Overall Width 78.90 in
Max Width Without Mirrors 78.90 in
Overall Height 70.20 in
Liftover Height 32.80 in
Track Width Front 66.90 in
Track Width Rear 66.90 in
Wheelbase 119.09 in

Interior dimensions

Passenger Volume 152.70 cu.ft
Front Head Room 38.90 in
Rear Head Room 38.20 in
Third Row Head Room 38.90 in
Front Shoulder Room 61.80 in
Rear Shoulder Room 61.90 in
Third Row Shoulder Room 54.60 in
Third Row Hip Room 40.90 in
Front Leg Room 43 in
Rear Leg Room 39 in
Third Row Leg Room 32.20 in
Cargo Volume 18 cu.ft
Max Cargo Volume 88 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat1 87.80 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat2 47.90 cu.ft
Cargo Volume To Seat3 18.20 cu.ft
Floor To Seat1 Cargo Area Length 83.90 in
Floor To Seat2 Cargo Area Length 49.80 in
Floor To Seat3 Cargo Area Length 20.80 in
Beltle Cargo Area Width 59 in
Cargo Box Height 32.80 in
Cargo Box Wheelhousings Width 48.10 in

Weights

Curb Weight Base 4,345 lb

Steering

Type Rack-Pinion

Trailering

Max Capacity 5,300 lb
Max Tongue Dead Weight Hitch 500 lb
Max Trailer Dead Weight Hitch 5,000 lb
Max Tongue Weigth Distributing Hitch 530 lb
Max Trailer Weigth Distributing Hitch 5,300 lb

Braking

Type 4-Wheel Disc
Primary Abs System 4-Wheel
Front Disc Yes
Rear Disc Yes
Front Brake Rotor Dia 13.60 in
Rear Brake Rotor Dia 12.60 in

Tires

Front Tire Size P255/65HR18
Rear Tire Size P255/65HR18
Spare Tire Size Compact
Spare Tire Size Compact
Type All-Season

Suspensions

Front Type Strut
Front Type Extended Strut
Rear Type Multi-Link
Rear Type Extended Multi-Link

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  • Recall Date 02/10/2023

    Campaign ID; 23V069000

    Component Power Train

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2020-2022 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With A 2.3L Engine And 10R60 Automatic Transmission. An Unintentional Powertrain Control Module (Pcm) Reset May Occur While The Vehicle Is In Motion And Result In Park System Damage.

    Recall Consequences

    A Park System That Is Damaged May Not Shift Into "Park," Resulting In A Vehicle Rollaway And Increasing The Risk Of Injury Or Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Inspect The Park System For Damage And Repair As Necessary, Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Letters Are Expected To Be Mailed March 20, 2023. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 23S05.

  • Recall Date 01/23/2023

    Campaign ID; 23V022000

    Component Back Over Prevention

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, And 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair Vehicles Equipped With A 360-Degree Camera. The Video Output May Fail, Preventing The Rearview Camera Image From Displaying.

    Recall Consequences

    Loss Of The Rearview Camera Image Can Reduce The Driver'S Rear Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Update The Image Processing Module (Ipmb) Software, Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed February 13, 2023. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 23S02. This Recall Expands And Replaces Nhtsa Recall Number 21V-735. Vehicles Previously Repaired Under 21V-735 Will Need To Have The New Remedy Performed.

  • Recall Date 11/10/2021

    Campaign ID; 21V870000

    Component Suspension

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2021 Explorer And Lincoln Aviator Vehicles. Incorrect Rear Suspension Module Components May Have Been Installed Due To A Labeling Error.

    Recall Consequences

    A Rear Suspension Module With Incorrect Components May Affect Vehicle Handling, Ride Height, And Braking Characteristics, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Inspect The Rear Suspension Module, And Replace Any Incorrect Parts, As Necessary, Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed December 3, 2021. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 21S47.

  • Recall Date 09/22/2021

    Campaign ID; 21V735000

    Component Back Over Prevention

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, And Lincoln Aviator Vehicles Equipped With 360-Degree Cameras. The Video Output May Fail, Preventing The Rearview Camera Image From Displaying.

    Recall Consequences

    A Rearview Camera That Does Not Display An Image Reduces The Driver'S Rear View, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Update The Image Processing Module (Ipmb) Software, Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed November 16, 2021. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 21S44.

  • Recall Date 08/23/2021

    Campaign ID; 21V652000

    Component Air Bags

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2021 Explorer And Lincoln Aviator Vehicles. The Side Air Bag Attachment Weld Studs Could Detach During The Deployment Of The Side Air Bag, Resulting In An Improper Deployment. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, "Side Impact Protection".

    Recall Consequences

    Improper Deployment Of A Side Air Bag Increases The Risk Of Injury During A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Dealers Will Replace The Side Air Bag Assemblies, Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed September 10, 2021. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 21C19.

  • Recall Date 12/17/2020

    Campaign ID; 20V788000

    Component Engine

    Recall Summary

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain 2020-2021 Explorer And Lincoln Aviator Vehicles. The Right Hand Motor Mount Fasteners May Have Been Incorrectly Tightened, And May Loosen Over Time.

    Recall Consequences

    With A Loose Motor Mount, Motor Vibration May Cause The Axle To Disconnect From The Engine And Could Result In Loss Of Power, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

    Recall Remedy

    Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Remove And Replace The Right Hand Motor Mount Fasteners, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began February 3, 2021. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford'S Number For This Recall Is 20S72.

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