2021 Ford Explorer ST
1FMEK8GC6MGC08682
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Last listed by Tom Kelley Ford
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Kelley Ford | Decatur, IN 46733 | $58,480 | 169 mi | 2021-09-18 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMEK8GC6MGC08682- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✓ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 23 MPG combined.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Ford Explorer has 26 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 23 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2021 Ford Explorer SUV 4WD
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V870000
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ENGINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V788000
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BACK OVER PREVENTIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.NHTSA campaign 21V735000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2021 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $716 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,991 |
| May 2026 | $24,794 |
| June 2026 | $24,628 |
| July 2026 | $24,403 |
| August 2026 | $24,307 |
| September 2026 | $24,275 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Explorer ST (this car) | — | 0 | — |
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox | $18,258 | 37 | — |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $23,995 | 28 | — |
| 2023 Jeep Wrangler | $26,979 | 27 | — |
| 2023 Ford Escape | $19,137 | 20 | — |
| 2023 Ford Edge | $18,810 | 16 | — |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 4 · 2020–presentWhat each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 7,251 | $50,939 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 20,734 | $50,062 | 98% | 750 mi |
| 2025 | 3,631 | $39,865 | 78% | 21,680 mi |
| 2024 | 1,898 | $35,060 | 69% | 30,069 mi |
| 2023 | 5,274 | $31,995 | 63% | 42,905 mi |
| 2022 | 3,897 | $28,393 | 56% | 61,447 mi |
| 2021 | 2,314 | $23,995 | 47% | 79,743 mi |
| 2020 | 3,263 | $22,199 | 44% | 86,531 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
