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Vehicle Description
This 2021 Ford Explorer XLT combines practical family capability with the comfort and technology you expect from a modern three-row SUV. The striking Red exterior and comprehensive feature set make this a vehicle ready to handle your daily demands.
- Front & Second Row Floor Liners
- Heated Steering Wheel
- LED Fog Lamps
- Remote Start System
- SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Heated Front Seats
- Power Driver and Passenger Seats
- 18" Sparkle Silver Alloy Wheels
- Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
- Rear Exterior Parking Camera
- Electronic Stability Control
- Dual Front Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Roof Rack Rails
- Power Liftgate
The 2.3L EcoBoost engine delivers responsive performance while the 10-speed automatic transmission ensures smooth acceleration and highway cruising. With four-wheel drive, you gain confidence navigating varied road conditions. Real-world fuel economy sits at 20 city and 27 highway, making this Explorer efficient for both commuting and longer journeys.
Inside, you'll find Captain's Chairs in the first and second rows with genuine cloth upholstery and heated seating for driver and front passenger. The split-folding third-row bench expands your flexibility for passengers or cargo. The leather-wrapped steering wheel and accessible controls create a refined driving environment. SYNC 3 keeps you connected with voice-activated control over calls, navigation, and entertainment while smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto brings familiar apps to your dashboard.
Safety and convenience are woven throughout. Dual front impact airbags, front side impact airbags, knee airbags, and rollover curtain airbags provide comprehensive protection. Electronic stability control, traction control, and four-wheel disc ABS brakes work together to help you maintain control. The rear view camera assists with backing, while remote keyless entry and power windows add ease to daily driving.
This Explorer has been well-maintained and presents as a dependable choice for buyers seeking a spacious, feature-rich SUV with proven durability. The versatile seating and cargo configurations adapt to your lifestyle, whether you're transporting a full family or maximizing storage for weekend adventures.
We invite you to schedule a test drive and experience firsthand how this 2021 Ford Explorer XLT meets the needs of active families and individuals who demand both capability and comfort.
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Schedule your visit and ask for a manager upon arrival. We'll have everything prepared so you can spend less time waiting and more time enjoying your new Kia.
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Buy with confidence knowing eligible new vehicle purchases include a 3-day/200-mile exchange policy. Vehicle must be returned in the same condition as purchased. See dealer for complete details.
Receive one year of complimentary maintenance on eligible new Kia vehicles following Kia's recommended maintenance schedule, up to 12,000 miles. See dealer for complete details.
Vehicle Features
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Interior
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Fixed third-row seats
- Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- Dual-zone front climate control
- Rear climate control system with separate controls
- Voice-activated climate control
- Automatic climate control
- Leather steering wheel
- Manual tilting steering wheel
- Manual telescopic steering wheel
- Cabin air filter
- Rear under seat climate control ducts
- Rear headliner/pillar climate control ducts
- Bucket front seats
- Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
- Front seat center armrest
- Driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
- Manual reclining second-row seats
- Second-row captains' chairs
- Fold forward second-row seatback
- Second-row seats with manual fore and aft
- Second-row outboard-only mounted armrests
- 50-50 folding third-row passenger seat
- Front facing third-row seat
- Third-row bench seat
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Exterior
- Trailer light malfunction warning
- Trailer sway control
- Active grille shutters
- Roof rails
- 18 x 7.5-inch front and rear silver aluminum wheels
- P255/65HR18 AS BSW front and rear tires
- Rear lip spoiler
- Compact spare tire with steel wheel
- Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
- 4 doors
- Galvanized steel/aluminum body panels with side impact beams
- Body-colored front bumper
- Body-colored rear bumper
- Chrome bodyside insert
- Black bodyside cladding
- Black wheel well trim
- Grille with chrome bar
- Black side window trim
- Body-colored door handles
- Monotone paint
- Standard style side mirrors
- Black door mirrors
- Black rear bumper rub strip
- Black windshield trim
- Black rear window trim
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Mechanical
- Intelligent 4WD automatic full-time 4WD
- EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, intercooled turbo, premium unleaded, engine with 300HP
- EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 DOHC
- Selectable Terrain Modes
- Driver selectable steering effort
- Auto stop-start engine
- Intercooled turbo
- 10-speed automatic
- Selectable mode transmission
- Transmission electronic control
- Automatic
- Four-wheel drive
- Speed sensitive power steering
- Lock-up transmission
- Regenerative alternator
- Front mounted engine
- Spark ignition system
- Longitudinal mounted engine
- Aluminum engine block
- Aluminum cylinder head
- Overdrive transmission
- EcoBoost I4
- Powertrain type: ICE
- All-speed ABS and driveline traction control
- Standard ride suspension
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Safety
- Ford Co-Pilot360 - Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Ford Co-Pilot360 - Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Rear camera with washer
- Lane Keeping Alert
- Brake assist system
- Cross-Traffic Alert collision warning
- Driver Alert
- MyKey restricted driving mode/alerts
- Automatic brake hold
- Ford Co-Pilot360 - BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
- Following distance alert
- Ford Co-Pilot360 - Auto High Beam auto high-beam headlights
- SecuriLock immobilizer
- AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control electronic stability control system with anti-roll
- Hill Descent Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Reverse Sensing System rear parking sensors
- LED daytime running lights
- LED brake lights
- Ford Co-Pilot360 - Post Collision Braking automatic post-collision braking system
- Manual rear child safety door locks
- Gauge cluster display size: 6.50
- 8 airbags
- Driver front impact airbag
- Seat mounted side impact driver airbag
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Entertainment
- Primary monitor touchscreen
- Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
- SYNC 3 external memory control
- Internet radio capability
- SYNC 3 voice activated audio controls
- AM/FM/SiriusXMsatellite
- Internal storage capability
- 2 total number of 1st row displays
- 8 inch primary display
- Standard grade speakers
- Speed sensitive volume
- 6 speakers
- Seek scan
- 3 month satellite trial subscription
- Integrated roof audio antenna
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5 STAR
SIDE
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ROLLOVER
4 STAR
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Based on 2026 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
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