2021 Ford Explorer Reliability

Type: SUV
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People Paid:
$16,954-$34,130

MPG: 18-23

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Previous year ratings & review data used.

Quality & Reliability

Average

71/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

83/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

83/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Note: JD Power ratings reflect our best available data, updated each September. For current model year ratings, we apply previous model year ratings until new consumer survey data is available in September. Learn more about our ratings methodology.

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Best Upper Midsize SUV of 2021

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Upper Midsize SUV

Rating

Upper Midsize SUV

Rating

#4 Kia Telluride
80
#4 Toyota Highlander
80
#5 Honda Pilot
79
#6 Dodge Durango
78
#6 Ford Explorer
78

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2021 Explorer for Sale near Columbus, OH

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2021 Ford Explorer XLT

$17,459

Mileage: 147,240

Location: 9 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer XLT

$26,148

Mileage: 55,931

Location: 9 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer ST

$30,372

Mileage: 73,129

Location: 5 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer XLT

$20,995

Mileage: 84,545

Location: 12 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer XLT

$25,995

Mileage: 69,652

Location: 65 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

$25,995

Mileage: 107,548

Location: 65 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer ST

$29,495

Mileage: 96,817

Location: 65 miles away

2021 Ford Explorer Base

$19,976

Mileage: 82,105

Location: 70 miles away

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2021 Ford Explorer after 90-days of ownership.

The experience of using navigation in the vehicle is rated high
Customers give high ratings for getting the vehicle set up just the way they want
The vehicle's ability to conveniently store personal items is rated high

Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2021 Ford Explorer during the first 90-days of ownership.

Lower than average ratings for the sound of the vehicle's engine
The vehicle cabin is not as well insulated from outside noises as it could be
Owners say the vehicle's screens and displays could be more attractive

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Performance Specs

Combined MPG

18 - 23

Combined MPGe

Horsepower

285 - 400

Transmission

10 speed, Automatic w/OD

Engine

Gas/Electric V-6, Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6

Drivetrain

Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Previous year ratings & review data used.

Quality & Reliability

Average

71/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

83/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

83/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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