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1869 E Busse Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Used 2021 Ford Explorer Base

31,001 miles
For Sale:$23,975
Estimated payment:$544/mo.
$0 trade-in, 10% down payment, 48 months, Great credit score

Value ChartA visual chart indicating the fair price range is between $19,000 and $22,400, while the current price is $23,975.$19,000 - $22,400$23,975

  • Priced at $23,975, this vehicle is $1,575 above the high end of its fair market value of $22,400.

  • The current fair market price range is between $19,000 to $22,400.

  • It has 31,001 miles, which is 57,599 (65%) below the median mileage of 88,600.

Note: This is an estimate based on a variety of factors (experimental feature). It is intended to provide a fair market value range to help guide your buying decision.

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  • SUV
  • Crossover
  • Family Favorites
  • Spacious Front Legroom
  • Vaulted Headroom
  • Roomy Interior
  • Condition
    Used
  • Mileage
    31,001miles
  • Aggregate Ratings
    3
    3 out of 5 stars
  • Generation
    6(2020 - 2026)
  • Trim
    Base
  • Drivetrain
    All Wheel
  • Transmission
    10-Speed Shiftable Automatic
  • MPG
    20 city27 highwayMax range: 483 miles
  • Exterior Color
    Oxford White (White)Factory Paint Code:YZ
  • Interior Color
    Sandstone (Brown & Beige)Factory Paint Code:7N
  • Upholstery
    Cloth
  • Size Segment
    Large
  • Doors
    4
  • Max Seating
    7
  • Max Towing Capacity
    5,300lbs.
  • Weight Class
    < 6,000 lbs. (1)
  • Ground Clearance
    8.2inch
  • NHTSA Safety Ratings
    5
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Final Assembly Point
    Chicago, Illinois
  • VIN
    1FMSK8BH6MGB00262
  • Starting MSRP
    $34,925

Engine2.3L I4 Gasoline 300hp

  • Fuel Type:Gasoline
  • Fuel Quality:87
  • Max Horsepower:300 hp @ 5500 rpm
  • Power to Weight Ratio:14.79lbs/hp
  • Max Torque:310 ft.lbf @ 3500 rpm
  • Brand:EcoBoost
  • Displacement:2.3liters
  • Block Type:I
  • Cylinders:4
  • Aspiration:Turbo
  • Fuel Induction:Direct Injection
  • Oil Capacity:4.9liters
  • Cam Type:DOHC
  • Stroke:3.7
  • Bore:3.45
  • Valves:16

* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.

  • Reliability (3)
    3 out of 5 stars
    Ford Explorer models generally have average reliability ratings. Owners often report minor electrical issues or infotainment glitches, but major powertrain problems are less common. Regular maintenance is key.
  • Maintenance (3)
    3 out of 5 stars
    Maintenance costs for the Ford Explorer are about average for its class. Parts are readily available, and most mechanics are familiar with the vehicle. Fuel economy is decent for an SUV of its size.
  • Technology (3)
    3 out of 5 stars
    The base model comes with a standard 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is user-friendly, but lacks some of the more advanced features found in higher trims. Basic driver-assist features are present, but not extensive.
  • Comfort (3)
    3 out of 5 stars
    The ride quality is generally smooth, absorbing most road imperfections. Seating in the first two rows is comfortable for most adults, though the third row is cramped for longer journeys. Interior materials are decent for a base model.
  • Dynamics (3)
    3 out of 5 stars
    The 2021 Ford Explorer Base offers adequate power for daily driving, but its handling can feel a bit ponderous, especially around corners. It's stable on highways but not particularly engaging.

  • Comfort & Seating:

    • Power Seats

  • Convenience:

    • Automatic Climate Control
    • Parking Sensors

  • Entertainment:

    • Bluetooth
    • Satellite Radio

  • Exterior:

    • Tinted Windows

  • Safety:

    • Automatic Emergency Braking
    • Autonomous Braking
    • Backup Camera
    • Blind Spot Monitor
    • Collision Avoidance
    • Cross Traffic Alert
    • Lane Departure Warning
    • Lane Keeping Assistance
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring

  • Technology:

    • Android Auto

  • Air Conditioning

    • Rear air conditioning: automatic climate control
    • Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
    • Front air conditioning zones: dual
    • Rear air conditioning zones: single
    • Air filtration
    • Rear air conditioning: independently controlled

  • Airbags

    • Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
    • Side airbags: front
    • Knee airbags: dual front
    • Front airbags: dual
    • Side curtain airbags: front
    • Side curtain airbags: third row
    • Side curtain airbags: rear

  • Audio System

    • Radio: voice operated
    • Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth
    • Radio: touch screen display
    • Antenna type: diversity
    • Antenna type: mast
    • Total speakers: 6
    • Radio: AM/FM
    • Speed sensitive volume control
    • Auxiliary audio input: USB
    • Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone
    • Satellite radio: SiriusXM

  • Brakes

    • Rear brake type: disc
    • Front brake width: 1.26
    • Rear brake diameter: 12.6
    • Rear brake width: 0.47
    • Front brake diameter: 13.6
    • Emergency braking preparation
    • Front brake type: ventilated disc
    • Braking assist
    • Electronic brakeforce distribution
    • ABS: 4-wheel
    • Power brakes
    • Electronic parking brake: auto off
    • Cornering brake control

  • Comfort Features

    • Floor mat material: carpet
    • Dash trim: alloy
    • Door trim: alloy
    • Floor mats: rear
    • Floor mats: front
    • Floor material: carpet
    • Steering wheel trim: urethane
    • Door sill trim: scuff plate

  • Convenience Features

    • Memorized settings: liftgate
    • Cupholders: front
    • Cupholders: third row
    • Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
    • Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area
    • One-touch windows: 2
    • Reading lights: front
    • Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
    • Power outlet(s): 12V rear
    • Cargo area light
    • Cruise control
    • Multi-function remote: keyless entry
    • Multi-function remote: panic alarm
    • Power windows: lockout button
    • Overhead console: front
    • Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
    • Rearview mirror: manual day/night
    • Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
    • Reading lights: rear
    • Power outlet(s): 12V front
    • Assist handle: rear
    • Center console: front console with armrest and storage
    • Reading lights: third row
    • Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise control
    • Steering wheel mounted controls: phone
    • Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function
    • Storage: front seatback
    • Assist handle: front
    • Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
    • Storage: sunglasses holder
    • Storage: cargo net
    • Storage: door pockets
    • Cupholders: rear
    • Steering wheel mounted controls: voice control
    • Capless fuel filler system
    • Storage: accessory hook
    • Multi-function remote: trunk release

  • Drivetrain

    • Drive mode selector
    • 4WD type: on demand
    • Axle ratio: 3.58

  • Engine

    • Auto start/stop
    • Battery saver
    • Auxiliary oil cooler
    • Battery: maintenance-free

  • Exterior Features

    • Active grille shutters
    • Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
    • Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
    • Door handle color: black
    • Mirror color: black
    • Front bumper color: body-color
    • Rear spoiler: roofline
    • Rear spoiler color: body-color
    • Grille color: black
    • Fender lip moldings: black
    • Window trim: black
    • Rear bumper color: black
    • Rocker panel color: black

  • In Car Entertainment

    • Connected in-car apps: Google POIs
    • Connected in-car apps: Google search
    • Infotainment: SYNC
    • Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration
    • Smartphone integration: Apple CarPlay
    • Smartphone integration: Android Auto
    • Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa
    • Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

  • Instrumentation

    • Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in.
    • Clock
    • Gauge: tachometer
    • Compass
    • Digital odometer
    • External temperature display
    • Multi-function display
    • Fuel economy display: MPG
    • Fuel economy display: range
    • Warnings and reminders: low oil level
    • Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
    • Warnings and reminders: maintenance due
    • Trip odometer

  • Lights

    • Daytime running lights
    • Taillights: LED
    • Headlights: auto high beam dimmer
    • Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
    • Headlights: LED
    • Headlights: wiper activated
    • Headlights: auto delay off
    • Headlights: auto on/off

  • Mirrors

    • Side mirror adjustments: power
    • Side mirror adjustments: manual folding

  • Safety

    • Rearview monitor: in dash
    • Cross traffic alert: rear
    • Pre-collision warning system: audible warning
    • Pre-collision warning system: visual warning
    • Lane keeping assist
    • Camera system washer: rear
    • Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection
    • Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian
    • Automatic emergency braking: front
    • Impact sensor: post-collision safety system
    • Child safety door locks
    • Child seat anchors: LATCH system
    • Impact sensor: door unlock
    • Camera system: rearview
    • Automatic hazard warning lights
    • Parking sensors: rear
    • Blind spot safety: sensor/alert
    • Lane deviation sensors
    • Programmable safety key
    • Crumple zones: front

  • Seatbelts

    • Seatbelt pretensioners: front
    • Seatbelt force limiters: front
    • Emergency locking retractors: rear
    • Seatbelt warning sensor: front
    • Third row seatbelts: 3-point
    • Rear seatbelts: 3-point
    • Front seatbelts: 3-point
    • Emergency locking retractors: front

  • Seats

    • Driver seat power adjustments: height
    • Third row headrests: 2
    • Driver seat power adjustments: 8
    • Rear headrests: 3
    • Passenger seat manual adjustments: 4
    • Rear seat folding: split
    • Front headrests: 2
    • Third row seat type: 50-50 split bench
    • Front seat type: bucket
    • Upholstery: cloth
    • Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining
    • Rear headrests: adjustable
    • Third row headrests: adjustable
    • Rear seat folding: flat
    • Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor
    • Front headrests: adjustable
    • Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining
    • Rear seat type: 35-30-35 split bench
    • Driver seat power adjustments: reclining
    • Third row seat folding: split
    • Rear seat: sliding

  • Security

    • Anti-theft system: alarm
    • Power door locks: anti-lockout
    • Anti-theft system: vehicle immobilizer
    • Power door locks: auto-locking

  • Stability and Traction

    • Off-road driving assist: hill descent
    • Stability control
    • Traction control
    • Hill holder control
    • Roll stability control
    • Trailer stability control

  • Steering

    • Steering ratio: 16.5

  • Suspension

    • Front suspension classification: independent
    • Rear suspension classification: independent
    • Front struts: MacPherson
    • Rear suspension type: multi-link
    • Rear spring type: coil
    • Front spring type: coil
    • Front suspension type: lower control arms
    • Rear shock type: gas
    • Front shock type: gas
    • Front stabilizer bar: diameter 35 mm
    • Rear stabilizer bar: diameter 22 mm

  • Telematics

    • Electronic messaging assistance: with read function
    • Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated
    • Wi-Fi: hotspot
    • Smart device app function: vehicle location
    • Smart device app function: maintenance status
    • Smart device app function: lock operation
    • Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect
    • Smart device app function: engine start
    • Wireless data link: Bluetooth
    • Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated

  • Tires and Rims

    • Spare tire size: temporary
    • Tire type: all season
    • Spare tire mount location: inside
    • Spare wheel type: steel
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Wheels: painted aluminum alloy

  • Windows

    • Rear wiper: intermittent
    • Liftgate window: fixed
    • Window defogger: rear
    • Front wipers: variable intermittent
    • Power windows: safety reverse
    • Rear privacy glass
    • Rear wiper: with washer

  • Seating:

    • Seating Rows:3
    • Standard Seating:7
    • Max Seating:7
    • Head Room (front):40.7in.
    • Leg Room (front):43in.
    • Shoulder Room (front):61.8in.
    • Hip Room (front):59.2in.
    • Head Room (rear):40.5in.
    • Leg Room (rear):39in.
    • Shoulder Room (rear):61.9in.
    • Hip Room (rear):59.1in.
    • Head Room (3rd row):38.9in.
    • Leg Room (3rd row):32.2in.
    • Shoulder Room (3rd row):54.6in.

  • Measurements:

    • Length:198.8in.
    • Width:89.3in.
    • Height:69.9in.
    • Ground Clearance:8.2in.
    • Wheelbase:119.1in.
    • Front Track:66.9in.
    • Rear Track:66.9in.

  • Interior Dimensions:

    • Interior Volume:170.9cuft
    • Passenger Volume:152.7cuft
    • Cargo Volume:18.2cuft
    • Cargo Volume (rear seats down):87.8cuft
    • Cargo Volume (3rd row down):47.9cuft

  • Weight:

    • Curb Weight:4,437lbs
    • Gross Weight:5,905lbs

  • Wheels & Tires:

    • Wheel Diameter:18.0 x 7.5in.
    • Wheel Diameter (rear):18.0 x 7.5in.
    • Tire:255/65R18
    • Tire (rear):255/65R18

  • Performance:

    • Power to Weight Ratio:14.79lbs/hp
    • Angle of Approach:21degree
    • Angle of Departure:22degree
    • Turning Circle:38.7ft.
    • Breakover Angle:17.1degree
    • Max Payload:1,468lbs
    • Max Towing Capacity:5,300lbs

  • Fuel Tank:

    • Fuel Tank Volume:17.9gallon

Possible remaining factory warranty

  • Roadside Assistance
    5 years/60,000 miles
  • Safety Restraint System
    5 years/60,000 miles
  • Transferable Powertrain
    5 years/60,000 miles
  • Corrosion Perforation
    5 years/unlimited miles
  • Bumper to Bumper
    3 years/36,000 miles

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Listed on April 16, 2026 (2 hours ago)
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