Front three-quarter view of the 2021 Ford Explorer in blue

Which 2021 Ford Explorer Trim Level Is Best For Me?

2021 Ford Explorer Trim Level Comparison  

The 2021 Ford Explorer is your vehicle if you’re looking for a seven-passenger SUV with new features. The SUV for the 2021 model year, which was remodeled in 2020, takes a fresh approach. You can get a hybrid power train if you get the Explorer Limited level. For your convenience, the Bluff Road Auto Sales team has put up an Explorer trim levels reference. Which 2021 Ford Explorer trim level is best for me? Read our 2021 Ford Explorer trim level comparison, and then see our Explorer inventory in Columbia, SC!  

What are the Ford Explorer trim levels?  

Explorer, XLT, Limited, ST, and Platinum are the five trim levels available, as well as a unique Hybrid Limited powertrain option. Each trim level comes included with all of the technology you’ll need to make family vacations a pleasure, as well as convenience features to make all of your road trips more enjoyable. You can rely on the characteristics of this vehicle whether you require performance and towing power or comprehensive safety.  

The 2021 Ford Explorer has the following trim levels available-   

Explorer (base trim)  

The base trim level is known as the Ford Explorer. This car has a 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 engine that produces 300 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque. This vehicle’s powertrain has a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,300 pounds when fully equipped.  

Cockpit view of the 2021 Ford Explorer

XLT  

The XLT trim, on the other hand, comes with a host of cutting-edge innovations. SecuriCode™ invisible keypad, which may be used for keyless entry, adds a new layer of security.. The Terrain Management System™, a seven-drive mode controller, is available for off-road activities.  

Explorer Limited   

Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers, Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System, and Evasive Steering Assist are included in this trim level, adding the following safety technology to the previous trim level to give you greater situational awareness while parking: Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers, Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System, and Evasive Steering Assist.  

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ST Trim

The Ford Explorer ST trim is the way to go if you’re a serious performance enthusiast. This is because this trim includes a standard 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 engine. This engine has a power output of 400 horsepower and a torque output of 415 pound-feet, allowing it to tow up to 5,600 pounds. That’s a significant amount of muscle.  

Platinum  

This interior trim’s silky texture and luxurious design are a treat for the eyes and the back. This high-end design is available off with a genuine Ash Swirl wood-trimmed instrument panel and door-trim appliques. This trim also lets you add two extra speakers to your Bang & Olufsen B&OTM Sound System, bringing the total number of speakers to fourteen. This will further enhance the depth of your audio. When you’re stuck on the highway, the twin-panel moonroof allows some light in.  

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