2021 Ford Explorer: every answer

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Fuel and range

• How many mpg does it get?Up to 27 mpg.
• What does a road trip cost?$57 for 500 miles.
• What does it cost per mile?13.3 cents a mile.
• Is my mpg normal?EPA 24 mpg combined.
• What mpg at my city and highway mix?24 mpg at 50% city.
• Does it need premium gas?Premium.
• Drive or fly?Drive $214. Fly $750.

Towing

• How much can it tow?Up to 5,600 lb.
• Can it tow my trailer?Rated 5,600 lb. A 5,000 lb trailer: yes.

Price and payments

• What is the monthly payment?$650 a month for the RWD.
• 0% financing or a rebate?0% wins by $3,793.
• How fast does it lose value?Keeps 54% after 3 years.
• What changed each year?Redesigned: 2011, 2020.

Hybrid, EV and AWD

• Is the hybrid worth it?Hybrid: no payback in 6 years.
• Is AWD worth it?AWD adds $2,000.
• What does it cost to run?$1,600 a year in fuel.
• When does the hybrid pay back?Pays back in 27.3 years.

Size and fit

• How big is it?198.8 in long.
• Will it fit in my garage?Fits a 20 x 20 ft garage.
• Will it clear the snow?8.2 in of clearance.
• Can it make a U-turn?38.7 ft turning circle.

Trims and equipment

• What are the trim levels?19 trims. $32,925 to $54,600.
• How long is the warranty?3 years or 36,000 miles.

Performance

• How fast is it 0-60?6.0 s 0-60. 300 hp.

Compare and choose

• Which cars are like it?Closest: Enclave.
• Is it a good car?Passes 5 of 7 checks.
• Is it a good car for its class?3rd of 21 SUVs for cargo.

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