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Used 2021 Ford Explorer for Sale near Des Moines, IA

501 results
Des Moines, IA
2020 Ford Explorer XLT AWD Southtown Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

2020 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

88,397 miles

$20,000

Fair Deal
Indianola, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
88,397
Stock number:
CG268121
VIN:
1FMSK8DH3LGA20509

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2022 Ford Explorer Limited AWD

2022 Ford Explorer

Limited AWD

37,271 miles

$31,162

Good Deal
Waukee, IA
12 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Carbonized Gray Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
37,271
Stock number:
D8766
VIN:
1FMSK8FH5NGC40458

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2020 Ford Explorer XLT AWD

2020 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

86,403 miles

$19,874

Good Deal
Des Moines, IA
3 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
86,403
Stock number:
OS115441
VIN:
1FMSK8DH8LGD04332

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2020 Ford Explorer Limited AWD

2020 Ford Explorer

Limited AWD

135,378 miles

$16,997

Good Deal
Waukee, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Iconic Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
135,378
Stock number:
J4314C
VIN:
1FMSK8FH8LGB52520

2021 Ford Explorer AWD

2021 Ford Explorer

AWD

78,344 miles

$19,900

Good Deal
Gladbrook, IA
62 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Carbonized Gray Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
78,344
Stock number:
UF1025
VIN:
1FMSK8BHXMGB53241

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2022 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

18,112 miles

$29,800

Good Deal
Norwalk, IA
7 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Black Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
18,112
Stock number:
2A1100
VIN:
1FMSK8DH7NGB50425

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2020 Ford Explorer

Limited AWD

58,175 miles

$24,287

Good Deal
Certified Pre-Owned
Waukee, IA
12 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
58,175
Stock number:
N54248A
VIN:
1FMSK8FH0LGA24661

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2020 Ford Explorer

Platinum AWD

92,186 miles

$23,500

Good Deal
Bethany, MO
94 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
3L V6
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
21 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
92,186
Stock number:
25279B
VIN:
1FM5K8HC7LGA08973

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2021 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

92,692 miles

$21,359

Good Deal
Waverly, IA
97 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
92,692
Stock number:
18935A
VIN:
1FMSK8DH7MGC51527

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2022 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

32,342 miles

$28,942

Good Deal
Ottumwa, IA
73 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Agate Black Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
32,342
Stock number:
FC48003
VIN:
1FMSK8DH0NGC48003

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2022 Ford Explorer

XLT AWD

110,312 miles

$19,663

Good Deal
Indianola, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
2.3L I4
Exterior color:
Gray Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
110,312
Stock number:
6X3009
VIN:
1FMSK8DH6NGB52490

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2020 Ford Explorer

ST AWD

61,017 miles

$29,000

Good Deal
Red Oak, IA
90 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
3L V6
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
21 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
61,017
Stock number:
FC29147B
VIN:
1FM5K8GC1LGA53294

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2020 Ford Explorer

Platinum AWD

95,005 miles

$22,945

Good Deal
Des Moines, IA
3 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Ford
Model:
Explorer
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
3L V6
Exterior color:
Red
Combined gas mileage:
21 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
95,005
Stock number:
OS114191
VIN:
1FM5K8HC0LGC97906

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Overview
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Ford’s three-row SUV faces serious challenges.

There was a time when everybody in America seemingly drove an Explorer. That may be an exaggeration, but not by much. In its first four years of production, Ford sold over a million examples. In 1998, Ford was selling its second-generation Explorer at a rate of nearly 440,000 per year. Whether your family purchased an Explorer or not, this was the nameplate that invented the midsize SUV segment.

Fast forward to the 2021 model year and the Explorer is in its sixth generation. It's now a three-row SUV that clocks in at a maximum of 4,700 pounds, with a price tag north of $50,000 for the Explorer Platinum trim level. Long gone are the days when it was the only game in town. Almost every automaker has a competitor. So how does the Explorer shake out for 2021?

4.9 Overall rating

(31 reviews)
Joy S
5.0
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Explorer on Jun 29, 2024

I love this suv. Its comfortable, stylish, and the perfect size for a family!

Shane H
5.0
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Explorer on Jul 22, 2024

This car had everything I was looking for, and I am even finding more features now that I own it

clif m
5.0
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Explorer on Jul 17, 2024

Great vehicle, great value, great options, best SUV offered. Highly recommended

Raul R
5.0
Reviewed a 2021 Ford ST AWD on Sep 17, 2024

Best SUV ever made by mankind. Comfortable and fast. Thank you FORD

Nassar M
5.0
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Explorer on Jun 09, 2024

the best SUV anybody can drive ,3,0 engine rock like an airplane

2021 Ford Explorer FAQs

How much does the 2021 Ford Explorer cost in Des Moines, IA?

The average 2021 Ford Explorer costs about $24,785.90. The average price has decreased by -10.5% since last year. The 487 for sale near Des Moines, IA on CarGurus, range from $10,995 to $101,174 in price.

Is the 2021 Ford Explorer a good car?

CarGurus experts gave the 2021 Ford Explorer an overall rating of 7.5/10 and 2021 Ford Explorer owners have rated the vehicle a 4.8/5 stars on average. If a vehicle has both strong expert and owner reviews, you can feel confident in its quality. If either expert reviews, owner reviews, or both are spotty, you might want to do some research to figure out where the car falls short.

How many 2021 Ford Explorer vehicles in Des Moines, IA have no reported accidents or damage?

487 out of 487 for sale near Des Moines, IA have no reported accidents or damage.

Is the 2021 Ford Explorer safe?

CarGurus experts gave the 2021 Ford Explorer a safety rating of 9/10.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Ford Explorer?

Depending on the engine and options, the 2021 Ford Explorer gets between 12 and 24 MPG (or EV battery range).

What fuel types are available?

Flex Fuel Vehicle, Gasoline engines are available.

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