2021 Ford Explorer Overview
2021 Ford Explorer: Color Options, Features, & Specs
Enhance every adventure behind the wheel of the 2021 Ford Explorer midsize SUV. Featuring room for passengers and gear alike, plus intuitive additions under the hood and in the cabin, the 2021 Explorer is built to help you make the most of every drive. Learn more about the performance specs, interior and exterior features, models, and colors available for the 2021 Ford Explorer using this model overview created by the team at Imlay City Ford in Imlay City, MI.
Are you ready to find the 2021 Ford Explorer for sale near you? Browse the new inventory at our Imlay City, MI, dealership to find the model and color option that appeals to you, then consider our latest specials to lock in a great monthly rate. If you have any questions, or want to schedule a test drive, contact the Imlay City Ford sales team online or by phone at (810) 724-5900.
2021 Ford ExplorerPower & Handling
Bring the power and efficiency you want to your everyday drive with the 2021 Ford Explorer. Choose between four engine options — including two versions of the turbocharged 3.0L EcoBoost® and a hybrid powertrain.
The bold and burly 2021 Ford Explorer ST features a sport-tuned suspension and Ford Performance tuning on its 3.0L EcoBoost engine to provide up to 400 horsepower and a top speed 143 miles per hour. Every 2021 Explorer is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift® capability and either rear-wheel drive or intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System™. The ST trim also allows you to add high-performance brakes with the available ST High Performance Pack. Want more control? Equip your Explorer with Hill Descent Control™, Class III Trailer Tow Package, and trailer sway control.
See the following table for more 2021 Explorer engine performance specs.
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2.3L EcoBoost I4
| Horsepower | 300 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 21/28 MPG |
| Max Towing Capacity | 5,300 lbs. |
3.0L EcoBoost V6
| Horsepower | ST: 400 HP Platinum: 365 HP |
| Torque | ST: 415 lb.-ft. Platinum: 380 lb.-ft. |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 18/26 MPG |
| Max Towing Capacity | 5,600 lbs. |
3.3L Hybrid V6
| Horsepower | 318 HP |
| Torque | 322 lb.-ft. |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 27/28 MPG |
| Max Towing Capacity | 5,600 lbs. |
2021 Ford ExplorerInterior
What does your next SUV need to accommodate? The 2021 Ford Explorer is built with an adaptable interior with either six- or seven-seat configurations and a maximum cargo capacity of 87.8 cubic-feet. So whether you’re making the rounds to practice, rehearsal, and the grocery store, or loading up the kids, the dog, and all your camping gear for a weekend in the woods, the Explorer can accommodate you.
See the following list of 2021 Explorer interior features to learn what select Explorer models have to offer.
- Tri-zone electronic automatic climate control
- Cloth, unique cloth, ActiveX™, leather, or Tri-diamond perforated leather seating surfaces
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated, second-row captain’s chairs with power-assist fold with E-Z entry
- PowerFold® third-row
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Wireless charging pad
- Dual second-row smart charging USB ports
- Available Premium Technology Package
- Multicontour front seats with Active Motion®
- 10.1-in. LCD capacitive portrait center stack touchscreen
- 980-watt B&O® sound system by Bang & Olufsen with 14 speakers
2021 Ford ExplorerExterior
Enjoy every moment of your drive with the exterior features on the 2021 Ford Explorer. Feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair with the available moonroof. Make a powerful statement to passersby with distinctive grilles, wheels, and exterior styling cues. Adapt to the road ahead with rain-sensing windshield wipers, adaptive headlights, and available self-sealing tires.
Learn more about the exterior features of select 2021 Explorer models in the following list.
- Hands-free, foot-activated liftgate
- Available twin-panel moonroof
- Roof-rack side rails
- Heated, power-folding side view mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, security approach lamps, driver’s side auto-dimming, and memory
- Adaptive headlamps
- LED lighting
- Fog lights
- Signature lighting
- Tail lamps
- Low beam headlamps
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Unique grilles for ST and Platinum models
- Available self-sealing tires
- 18- to 21-in. aluminum wheels
Still Have Questions?
2021 Ford ExplorerExplorer Trim Levels & Prices
Whether you’re shopping for a near-luxury model, a powerful performer, or a basic SUV, there’s a 2021 Ford Explorer trim for you. Visit our 2021 Explorer trims research page for more details.
2021 Ford ExplorerBase
2021 Ford ExplorerXLT
2021 Ford ExplorerLimited
2021 Ford ExplorerST
2021 Ford ExplorerPlatinum
2021 Ford ExplorerColor Options
Find the 2021 Ford Explorer exterior color that you love from the following options.
Exterior Colors
Click to change vehicle color- Agate Black
- Carbonized Gray
- Iconic Silver
- Infinite Blue Metallic
- Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Stone Gray
- Atlas Blue
- Oxford White
Find Something New
For decades, the Ford Explorer has redefined family transportation. The all-new 2020 Explorer is on its way to Imlay City Ford, so our experts decided to highlight its most exciting key features below. Read on to learn more about what you can find in the 2020 Explorer, or get in touch with the team at our Ford dealership in Imlay City, MI, by calling (810) 724-5900 or contacting us online.
Standard Features
From infotainment to comfort, the Ford Explorer comes equipped with dozens of features you need to make your daily drive a breeze, including:
- Base Model - Starting at $32,765 MSRP
- Pre-Collision Warning System
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Blind-Spot Warning
- Rear Cross-traffic Alert
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi™
Trims Available
Whether you prefer an emphasis on affordability or if you enjoy advanced features, there's a Ford Explorer trim level that will fit into your budget and lifestyle. Trim levels that will be available include:
2020 Ford Explorer XLT
Starting at $36,675 MSRP
2020 Ford Explorer Limited
Starting at $48,130 MSRP
2020 Ford Explorer ST
Starting at $54,750 MSRP
2020 Ford Explorer Platinum
Starting at $58,250 MSRP
Engine Options
Depending on the level of capability and efficiency you need, there's a Ford Explorer engine option that's just right for you. Available engines include:
Maximum Towing Capability
When properly equipped, the 2020 Ford Explorer has a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,600 lbs.
Cargo Space
The fully redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer has plenty of room for your family and all their gear. The 2020 Explorer provides 18.2 cu.-ft. of space behind the third-row and 87.8 cu.-ft. of cargo volume when the seats are folded down.
Release Date
The 2020 Ford Explorer is out now! Visit our Ford Explorer inventory to see all the latest models we have in stock!
