The Ford Explorer 2021 is built to fulfill your daily traveling needs and other adventure. The Explorer offers all the comfort you want with its excellent performance and reliability. The comfort and space SUV offers room to everyone with all their gear as it comes with a seating capacity of up to seven and a Cargo Management System.
Intuitive Interior Design
Customers can enjoy their travel with a comfortable and convenient drive with an array of amenities in the Ford Explorer 2021. This vehicle is specially built for the active lifestyle so you don’t need to worry much about the interior space because the Explorer accommodates your dog, kids, sports equipment, camping gear, and much more.
The interior of the 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline offers a premium feel and refined touches with features including Deep Cyprus Active X Seat material with Heathered Cloth insert, a unique Timberline Logo, a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, Deep Tangerine Stitching, stone mesh instrument panel, and front and rear floor lines.
Power
The 3.0L EcoBoost engine provides excellent power to the Explorer 2021 as it is the backbone of the ST and Platinum powertrains. The engine uses turbocharging and direct injection due to which the platinum powertrain produces 365 hp with torque of 380 lb.-ft. On the other hand, the ST combines with the Ford performance engine to generate a power of 400hp and a torque of 415 lb.-ft.
The Ford Explorer 2021 comes with a Rear-Wheel Drive for optimum performance. It offers sportier, more athletic design, enhanced on and off-road capability.
The SUV comes with a 10-speed transmission that makes transitioning more effective and efficient. It ensures smooth upshifts and downshifts during transitioning between speeds. The 10-speed transmission compared to the 6-speed offers more enhanced acceleration at the low and mid ranges of the power band.
Comfortability
The all-new Ford Explorer King Ranch is introduced to offer premium luxury to its customers. The car is built with over 85 square feet of leather seating that includes heated and ventilated front captain’s chairs. The chairs are featured with 10-way power that includes power lumbar, and power recline.
The second-row features power-folding and heated seats offer armrests and a tip-and-slide feature. Likewise, the third-row holds 60/40 PowerFold seats that come with power recline and power-folding head restraints.
Seven-Seater SUV
The available third-row PowerFold seats make it comfortable to accommodate both passengers and cargo. The Explorer can facilitate up to seven passengers with the seats up. You can fold the seats down and make enough space for cargo if you don’t require seven seats.
The luxury of the Ford Explorer 2021 is enhanced by the instrument panel with a unique real wood applique.
Twin-Panel Moonroof
The SUV comes with a Twin-Panel Moonroof that offers an open-air feel and great views for the first and second rows.
Touchscreen Features
Talking about the touchscreen features, the Ford Explorer 2021 SUV is equipped with a 10.1-inch LCD Portrait Touchscreen that offers connectivity at your fingertips. Customers can use it like their smartphone for directions, music controlling, calling, and much more.
Digital Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster of the Explorer 2021 is digital and features a 12.3-inch customizable dashboard. The SUV lets the driver configure the look and function of driving information.
Capability
The Ford Explorer 2021 can be your adventure companion as it comes with a rear-wheel-drive platform and a choice of four powerful engines. The SUV also gets additional traction with available intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System and seven selectable drive modes. Besides, it has a towing capacity to a maximum of 5,600 lbs.
The SUV offers enhanced ground clearance with increased approach and departure angles compared to the standard Explorer model. The off-road capabilities are supported by the steel underbody skid plates and 3.58 TORSEN Limited Slip Rear Axle.
In addition, the 2021 Explorer is always ready for an adventure with capability-enhancing features including RWD, 10-speed transmission, and available 3.0L EcoBoost.
Towing Capacity
The Ford Explorer 2021 gets an AdvaceTrac system with Roll Stability Control that selectively brakes and adjusts engine power to maintain trailer control. The Explorer can tow a maximum of 5600 lbs when equipped with the Class III trailer tow package and the 3.0L V6 engine.
Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System
The Ford Explorer 2021 is equipped with an Intelligent Terrain Management System that features seven selectable drive modes accessible through a single easy-to-use dial in the center instrument console. The seven drive modes are Normal, Trail, Deep Snow/Sand, Slippery, Sport, Tow/Haul, and Eco mode.
The SUV is also featured with a Hill Descent Control system that assists in controlling brake and speed on steep grades.
Post-Collision Braking
The Post-Collision Braking system comes standard on all series and it can potentially lessen the severity of a secondary collision by automatically applying moderate brake pressure when an initial collision is detected in an attempt to slow down the vehicle and reduce injury risks to occupants as well as damage to the vehicle.
Side-Wind Stabilization
The Side-Wind Stabilization is also standard on all series and it can assist in counteracting heavy wind conditions. With that, the SUV becomes stable in situations where it is likely to face heavy gusts of wind. This feature helps you in defending the wind during overtaking large vehicles, crossing a bridge, or simply driving on the open road.
Technology
The Ford Explorer 2021 is equipped with various smart and capable features to offer an excellent driving experience. One of the key technological features is the Ford Co-Pilot360 technology that comes with driver-assist features. You can stay connected easily with SYNC 3, vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot, and FordPass Connect technology.
The Ford with SYNC 3 feature is teamed up with Amazon’s cloud-based voice service – Alexa. The combined term ‘Ford+Alexa’ offers amazing capabilities of Amazon Alexa from your home to the road. Users can use Ford+Alexa app on their iPhone and Android devices and then connect to the SYNC 3. With that, they can access voice navigation, traffic information, Amazon prime shopping, and much more.
Not only that, users can control their supported smart-home devices while keeping their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
Other features include BLIS (Blind Spot Information System), Rear View Camera, Lane-Keeping System, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps.
Auto High-Beam Headlamps
The Ford Explorer 2021 comes with auto high-beam headlamps that illuminate unlit roads, dark peripheries, and low-visibility conditions to make your driving safer. The auto feature of the headlamp features a sensor that analyzes poor lighting conditions and powers on the light.
One of the amazing features of the auto high-beam headlamps is that they can even sense oncoming headlights and dim automatically. Drivers need not worry about blinding other drivers.
Rear View Camera
The Rear-View Camera is another key feature of the SUV as it offers a clear view of what’s behind the vehicle. Drivers can navigate Reverse with confidence.
BLIS (Blind Sport Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
BLIS is also the vital technology offered by the Ford Explorer 2021 as it assists in detecting and alerting drivers to vehicles in their blind spots. The Cross-Traffic Alert can detect traffic behind the vehicle when the driver slowly backs out of a parking spot or driveway.
Pre-Collison Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
The pre-collision assist with AEB feature scans the road ahead and can alert drivers to potential collisions with vehicles or pedestrians. The brakes apply automatically if an impact becomes imminent so that, the driver need not apply any corrective action.
Lane-Keeping System
The Lane-Keeping System is introduced to assist drivers in staying in their lane irrespective of any distraction. This system scans the vehicle’s position between the lines on the road ahead and can alert drivers.
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control
The Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is equipped on the Ford Explorer 2021 to help drivers keep their pace on their journey. It also comes with Speed Sign Recognition that can slow down the vehicle if the traffic ahead has stopped or slowed down.
Active Park Assist 2.0
The Active Park Assist 2.0 allows drivers to park confidently even in tight parallel or perpendicular sports. The vehicle can detect an appropriate parking spot with a push of a button and lets the driver know when to stop and put the car in neutral.
This feature also offers park out assist with side-sensing capability so that drivers can confidently navigate out of a spot.
Ford Explorer 2021 Choices
The Ford Explorer 2021 comes with more choices than ever as customers can choose various models including Timberline, ST, King Ranch, and Hybrid.
Timberline
The Ford Explorer 2021 Timberline is built to offer improved ground clearance to meet adventure needs. It comes with features including Deep Cyprus ActiveX seating with Heathered Cloth insert, a unique Timberline logo, heated steering wheel, and much more to keep everyone comfortable for the whole trip.
ST
The Explorer 2021 ST is introduced to blend utility with power performance as it features an athletic stance, unique ST badging, and a bold grille. The ST is powered by a muscular 3.0L EcoBoost engine that produces a power of 400hp and a torque of 415 lb.-ft. The top speed offered is 143 mph.
King Ranch
The King Ranch offers a rugged luxury with the handcrafted, authentic Southwestern feel and detailing. The interior of the Ranch features 85 square feet of Mesa Del Rio heated leather seats, a 12-speaker B&O Sound system, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The King Ranch is powered by an EcoBoost V6 engine that generates a power of 365 hp and offers a towing capacity of up to 5600 lbs.
Hybrid
The Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid is the only Hybrid in its class that offers a towing capacity of up to 5000 lbs. It is fully off-road capable also.
The Hybrid edition comes with a rear-wheel-drive model that offers more miles traveled between fill-ups with the 3.3L Hybrid Engine.
Ford Explorer 2021 [Technical Specifications]
Engine
| Engine Specifications | |||
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 | 3.3L Hybrid | |
| Drive type | Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive | Intelligent 4WD | Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive |
| Engine type | 2.3L Turbocharged, Direct Injection Ti-VCT EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 | Naturally aspirated V6 |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability | 10-speed automatic with selectShift® capability |
| Final drive ratio | 3.58:1 | 3.31:1 | 3.58:1 |
| Horsepower (net @ RPM) | 300 @ 5500 rpm* | ST: 400 @ 500 rpm* Platinum: 365 @ 5500 rpm* | 318 @ 6500 rpm** |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ RPM) | 310 @ 3500 rpm* | ST: 415 @ 3500 rpm* Platinum: 380 @ 3500 rpm* | 322 @ 2500 rpm** |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Valve lifters | Direct acting mechanical bucket | Direct acting mechanical bucket | Direct acting mechanical bucket |
| Induction System | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated V6 |
| Fuel delivery | Direct Injection | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Exhaust | Dual exhaust with chrome tips | Quad chrome exhaust tips | Dual Chrome Exhaust tips |
| Engine block type | Cast aluminum | Platinum/ST: Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI) | |
| Cylinder head material | Cast aluminum | Cast aluminum |
Chassis
| Chassis Specifications | |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut front suspension with 32mm front stabilizer bar |
| Front shocks | Gas-pressurized hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link independent rear suspension with 22mm rear stabilizer bar |
| Rear shocks | Gas-pressurized hydraulic |
| Brakes | Power 4-wheel disc with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) |
| Steering | Electronic Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) |
Towing
| Towing Specifications | ||
| Configuration | Axle Ratio | Max. Loaded Trailer Weight |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 RWD | 3.36 | 5,300 lbs. |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 4WD | 3.51 | 5,300 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 4WD | 3.58* | 5,600 lbs. |
| 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 4WD | 3.16 | 5,600 lbs. |
| 3.3L Hybrid V6 | 3.73** | 5,000 lbs. |
Capacities
| Capacities | |
| (cu.ft. – unless otherwise noted) | |
| Maximum Seating Capacity (occupants) | 7 |
| Passenger Volume | 152.7 |
| Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row | 18.2 |
| Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row | 47.9 |
| Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row | 87.8 |
| Fuel capacity | XLT / Limited / Timberline (17.9 U.S. gal) |
| ST / Platinum (20.2 U.S. gal) | |
| Base Curb Weight | 4,345 lbs. |
| Capacities: Seating | |
| Maximum Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Minimum Seating Capacity | 6 |
Interior
| Interior Dimensions | ||
| (in.) | ||
| Head Room – First Row | 40.7/38.9 | Standard moonroof Platinum |
| Head Room – Second Row | 40.5/38.2 | Standard moonroof Platinum |
| Head Room – Third Row | 38.9 | |
| Maximum Leg Room – First Row | 43 | |
| Leg Room – Second Row | 39 | |
| Leg Room – Third Row | 32.2 | |
| Hip Room – First Row | 59.2 | |
| Hip Room – Second Row | 59.1 | |
| Hip Room – Third Row | 40.9 | |
| Shoulder Room – First Row | 61.8 | |
| Shoulder Room – Second Row | 61.9 | |
| Shoulder Room – Third Row | 54.6 |
Exterior
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| (in.) | ||
| Wheelbase | 119.1 | |
| Length | 198.8 | St has unique front fascia |
| Height | 69.9 | |
| Width – Excluding Mirrors | 78.9 | |
| Width – Including Mirrors | 89.3 | |
| Width – Mirrors Folded | 82.7 | |
| Front Track | 66.9 | |
| Rear Track | 66.9 | |
| Front Overhang | 33.7 | St has unique front fascia |
| Rear Overhang | 46.9 | |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 21.0 | 23.5 for Timberline |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 22.0 | 23.7 for Timberline |
| Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees) | 17.1 | |
| Minimum Running Ground Clearance | 7.9 | 8.7 for the Timberline |
Highlights
| Vehicle Highlights | |
| Max Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Wheels Available | 18″ Painted Aluminum, standard on base |
| 18″ Five-Spoke Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum | |
| 20″ Polished aluminum | |
| 20″ Hand polished aluminum | |
| 20″ Machined aluminum | |
| 21″ Aluminum wheels | |
| 20″ Bright machined-face aluminum | |
| 21″ Premium aluminum | |
| 18″ High Gloss Black-Painted Aluminum |
Ford Explorer 2021 Price
| Ford Explorer 2021 Models | Ford Explorer 2021 Price |
| 2021 Explorer | Starting at $32,925 |
| 2021 Explorer XLT | Starting at $35,075 |
| 2021 Explorer Limited | Starting at $45,255 |
| 2021 Explorer Timberline | Starting at $46,015 |
| 2021 Explorer ST | Starting at $49,000 |
| 2021 Explorer King Ranch | Starting at $52,600 |
| 2021 Explorer Platinum | Starting at $52,730 |
