The Ford Explorer is a range of SUVs that are being manufactured by Ford Motor Company. They started production in 1991. The first four-door SUV was produced by Ford and the Explorer replaced the two-door Bronco II. The Ford Explorer is currently in its sixth generation and has been offered multiple chassis and powertrain layouts.
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The 2021 Ford Explorer is on the bottom third of the list of mid-size SUVs lists. It is very powerful and has a comfortable ride. The only problem is the interior which does not match the quality of many of its rivals.
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The 2021 model has a line of turbocharged engines which provide good gas mileage and gives the car a smooth ride. Also, there is plenty of cargo space and a plethora of standard features that include safety features, technologies and an intuitive infotainment system.
2021 Ford Explorer Trims
The 2021 Ford Explorer has five trims which are the base, XLT, Limited, ST and Platinum. The base trim is well-equipped and suits most buyers perfectly but the XLT is the best trim in terms of value because it has a few more features and offers several upgrades that you cannot get in the base Explorer. The Limited trim has a lot of several upgrades like leather upholstery and heated second-row seats but it is overpriced. It may be worth the extra money for some shoppers.
2021 Ford Explorer Standard Features
The 2021 Ford explorer has standard features that are easy to learn and use. The standard features of the 2021 Explorer include;
- SYNC 3 interface.
- 8-inch touch screen.
- 10.1-inch vertical touch screen.
- A handy smartphone cubby.
- Apple CarPlay.
- Android Auto.
- Four USB ports.
- A six-speaker stereo.
- Satellite radio.
- A Wi-Fi hot spot.
- 12.3-inch customizable driver display.
- A 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.
- A rear-seat entertainment system.
- Wireless device charging.
- Tri-zone automatic climate control.
- Push-button start.
- Remote start.
Other available features on the model are;
- A twin-panel moonroof.
- A household-style power outlet.
2021 Ford Explorer Engine And Performance
The 2021 Ford Explorer comes with three engine options which are a turbocharged four-cylinder base engine that produces 300 horsepower and two available twin-turbocharged V6s that produce 365 and 400 horsepower respectively. All of them are equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The base engine of the SUV moves the car easily and smoothly but the V6s are much quicker and few rivals can only compete with the ST trim. The automatic transmission shifts smoothly but is sometimes hesitant. Also, Ford has made an Explorer Hybrid model.
2021 Ford Explorer Interior
The 2021 Ford Explorer can accommodate seven people or six if the owner decides to go for the second-row captain’s chairs. The front seats are very spacious and comfortable. The driver has access to good forward visibility but the second and third-row seats are not as accommodating as they should be and they also lack enough support. The 2021 model has child safety seats that can help secure a child. There are four sets of LATCH connectors, two in the second tow and two in the third.
The Explorer’s interior is just okay and the materials and styling are not so attractive because of the many hard plastics that are used.
2021 Ford Explorer Exterior Dimensions And Cargo Space
The Ford Explorer’s cargo capacity is really amazing. The Explorer gives you 18.2 cubic feet of space behind the third row. When the third row is folded, you get 47.9 cubic feet and up to 87.8 cubic feet when the second and third rows are folded. The car is 16.7 feet long with a curb weight that ranges from 4,345 to 4,969 pounds.
2021 Ford Explorer Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford Explorer’s rear-wheel-drive base engine has an above-average fuel economy rating of 21 mpg city run and 28 mpg highway run. The models that have the twin-turbo V6 engine have worse fuel economy at 18 mpg city run and 26 mpg highway run.
2021 Ford Explorer Driving And Towing Capacity
Even with its large size, the 2021 Ford Explorer still has great handling with sharp steering which helps it feel a bit more athletic than many of its rivals in the class. The ride is really comfortable and the softer suspension it has makes you feel somebody’s movements. When the car is properly equipped, it can tow up to 5,600 pounds.
2021 Ford Explorer Safety Features
The following are the key safety features of the 2021 Ford Explorer;
- Driver drowsiness monitoring.
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Pedestrian detection
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Forward automatic emergency braking
- Lane keep assist
- Rearview camera
- Forward collision warning
- MyKey.
Available advanced safety features:
- Evasive steering assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Traffic sign recognition
- The surround-view parking camera system
- Perpendicular and parallel park assist
- Reverse brake assist
Buying Guide For The Ford Explorer
The following is a buying guide for the Ford Explorer. They include;
- 1. Budget: Budgeting has been the top thing to do before purchasing anything at all. The same goes for cars and before purchasing the Ford Explorer, it is important to make sure that there is a budget.
- 2. Buy From Authentic Car Dealers: Buying a Ford Explorer either used or brand new, from a fake car dealer can be the most disastrous thing to happen to anyone. Not only would it be a waste of money but you would not even have any warranty to cover it because most of them do not include a warranty when selling out the cars. Therefore it is important to ensure you buy from real car dealers.
2021 Ford Explorer Price In Nigeria
| Brand new 2021 Ford Explorer | ₦13 Million – ₦24 Million |
| Nigerian used 2021 Ford Explorer | ₦8 Million – ₦10.7 Million |
| Foreign used 2021 Ford Explorer | ₦11 Million – ₦17 Million |
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