2021 Ford Explorer XLT
1FMSK7DHXMGC39902
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FMSK7DHXMGC39902
Market price range
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NHTSA build data for 1FMSK7DHXMGC39902Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ 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.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
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 2021 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $687 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,991 |
| May 2026 | $24,794 |
| June 2026 | $24,662 |
| July 2026 | $24,396 |
| August 2026 | $24,256 |
| September 2026 | $24,304 |
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 XLT (this car) | $20,980 | 272 | — |
| 2022 Jeep Wrangler | $29,380 | 40 | +$8,400 |
| 2023 Nissan Rogue | $22,150 | 30 | +$1,170 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $22,810 | 28 | +$1,830 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 | $28,492 | 28 | +$7,512 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | $16,895 | 25 | −$4,085 |
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 | 6,829 | $50,885 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 19,427 | $49,975 | 98% | 750 mi |
| 2025 | 3,521 | $39,836 | 78% | 21,872 mi |
| 2024 | 1,838 | $35,180 | 69% | 30,045 mi |
| 2023 | 5,024 | $31,995 | 63% | 43,280 mi |
| 2022 | 3,780 | $28,360 | 56% | 61,731 mi |
| 2021 | 2,259 | $23,995 | 47% | 79,822 mi |
| 2020 | 3,087 | $22,350 | 44% | 86,352 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
