2021 Ford Explorer ST: Is This Really A Performance SUV???
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- Today I drive and review a 2021 Ford Explorer ST!
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Here's my issue with the explorer. When you're cruising along the person in front of you drops to 5 MPH under the speed limit because they think it's an unmarked police car.
That’s honestly my biggest gripe with this car. I love the styling and the performance numbers but the attention they get on the road as unmarked cars is a problem for me lol.
just like the crown vics lol
Having once owned a decomissioned FPIU (cheap as fuck, considering its retail counterparts), when I'd want to go 10+ over the limit on the left lane of highways, people would either slow down or purposefully act "angelic" in the left lane. I always let out an audible exhale when it happens.
@@santee2653 LOL
I dont think its a real issue...i do have too many instances with my all black ram 1500...many cars were driving slower lol...kinda funny cause i know most people overspeed here🤣💔
I've had mine 3 weeks and still keep discovering new things it does. I love the horsepower. I have the black on black version. It's fun to drive and looks like a beast...
I’m a big fan of the ST. Especially after seeing a handful of mods added to it, some of which are a must. First and foremost, a Borla exhaust 👍 The blowoff from the turbos is already great, but throw a Whipple cooler, and a tune, in and it’s perfect.
I'm definitely buying the ST next year.
How did that work out for you?
@@floridajames04 it's only been 3 months. Give him time.
Picking mine up tomorrow!
I got 4 years to go before I end up buying one 😂 I just hope they aren’t butt by that time.
Just got mine Wednesday (star white) and I cant get over it!! Its the best purchase I've ever made 🖤
Yeah I just bought a silver one on the 13th and I'm very impressed with that car. It's so damn fun to drive
@@mikehanson4238 Just bought ta carbonized gray one on the 31st. Very impressive ride.
I just got a white one they are awesome!
Does it pull like a trackhawk?
I am currently driving my 2021 ST from Alaska to Georgia. Doing great on gas, comfortable ride, comfortable seats (massage helps). I had to sleep in it one night in the Yukon and it was comfortable. The slippery and deep snow options were useful as well as the lane assist in the Northern Rockies. Only thing I don't like or understand is the buttons to skip channels/song when you have the option on the touch screen.
If youre wearing gloves you can’t use the touch screen
How much to fill up gas when on E and when at half gas ?
@@brianrisati7006 it depended where I was getting gas in Canada since they do liters. Never really let it get close to E. If I was close to a 1/4 I would use my gas cans (5gallons x3). But I averaged about $90-$110 US when in Canada if I remember correctly. Also, it’s a 2020 ST didn’t realize 2021 was put down in the original post.
It’s a nice looking SUV. Review a Ford Expedition next Ben.
I have a previous gen, the one thing I think that gets overlooked in this redesign...the drivers footwell has a proper and flat dead pedal. Previous you were resting your foot on the wheel tub intrusion and it wasn't all that comfortable on a long trip. This one should be much better.
This is the explorer that I would buy looks very good
I have got a 15 sport and its fast as hell. However I want this one bad.
Red Brake Calipers, bigger rotors and the black 21in wheels are part of the ST street pack. The standard ST has machined face 20 inch rim and the smaller rotors and less performance pads. The ST track pack has 21in summer tires, bigger rotors, red calipers and an even more aggressive brake pad..
FINALLY! I've been waiting for a decent review to support my purchase decision and here it is! Thanks Ben!
I got mine yesterday. Its an awesome vehicle! I really love it. This car has it all and most important you don't have to drive a minivan if you have a big family.
@@jawadturk same here
You will not regret it. It’s so nice best purchase ever!😍
Have one...Could be a little more comfortable and slightly bit more well-made trim otherwise a great motor fun to drive
Not all STs have red calipers. Only those with the “Street Pack” or the “Performance Pack.”
Honestly, the only way to compliment your ST purchase is to get the street pack. I'm considering one and doubt I'd go without it.
@@likeZOMGlmfao I just ordered the black Gorilla lugs(actually locks) for mine.
What difference from street pack & performance pack
I like the performance and technology, and the options and new add-ons are really good. The wheels are cool with the red brakes. I hate the front end; not digging the mustache grill. The rear looks almost like a commercial vehicle. And the vertically mounted iPad looks aftermarket.
That’s the same color of my ST I love it ....!! Range Rover can’t hold a candle to this machine it’s a rocket!
People do slow down when you approach from behind fearing a unmarked car....lol
I wish they would do another Eddie Bauer edition they so nice back in the gap
It’s the Incredibles’ Incredibile Utility!
I love my 23" now that we figured out what that annoying clunk was coming from the front end. It took two trips to the dealership and a loaner car, but I got it back and while they were removing the right front strut for replacement they noticed the upper bearing had separated. So they installed a new RF strut, upper bearing, strut mount, and did an alignment.
Reading through the invoice it says “Found SSM 52405 for front strut noise and vehicle falls within build date of SSM criteria" So Ford is aware of this issue somewhere along the line. I know a lot of folks are experiencing this same issue and no one seemed to have a solution I could find. Except that the dealerships were telling them it was normal. DON'T buy that crap if yours is making what sounds like a strut or ball joint noise from the front end!!
This SUV runs like a bat out of hell, especially in sport mode. It has a stiff ride and handles like a go cart instead of a 4600lb SUV. I'm doing the ST Experience in Asheville next month and can't wait!!
I have one and I was in 6th doing around 115 and still have room to work before needing to shift.
I wish Ford would have made the embroidered "ST" on the driver and passenger seats red just like how "ST" is red everywhere else on the Explorer. Come on, Toyota does it for TRD.
You should feel the pull after tuning!
What do you mean exactly about tuning?
I bought mine 2 days ago and i love it st
I drive Explore & more vehicles! But bought Highlander platinum & happy with my choice & purchase.
Explorers are great, I drive a police utility.
Be prepared for people to slow down, cops to randomly engage in conversation with you at gas stations.
The great thing about my car is the highway experience.
Get in the left lane and cruise. 90% will immediately get over.
Back roads are the annoying part though, everyone is afraid to even go the speed limit.
Great engine, acceleration and all.
I’m a Ford guy BUT the Explorer was known to have issues with its Transmission. Has this been resolved? It looks great but looks can be deceiving and do not mean squat if it’s at the dealership on recalls and they cannot fix their own products. I own a 2000 F-350 7.3 and a 2011 F150 5.0 and love them both, I was leaning on getting an explorer but started looking into the vehicle when I notice the issues it has I wish and hope they could resolve them since by far in my opinion Ford has higher quality parts, luxurious looks, and above all a smoother ride.....
Honestly? Every car has its issues. My Explorer is at 450k miles. No problems. Yes, I've replaced my transmission but the one-time replacement was cheaper then the replacement of a 2019 Subaru STI clutch!
Id also like to know if Ford has addressed the issues caused by engine configuration but compared to reported non-warranty covered problems occurring in other 3-row SUVs in the 60k range, I'd rather take my chances with Ford.
@@JumpinJellies8D true to that that every vehicle has issues but some have a history and they tried to fix it to no avail. Really in all honesty I rather drive a Ford over Chevy or Dodge and I have owned all three and in my opinion Ford is number one. I really hope that they have solved the transmission problem cause it looks great.
@@mabarrgv54 Great feedback thanks for sharing!
The 10 speed in the new explorers is quite solid. The 3rd generation explorers and 4th generation V6 explorers had the poorly designed 5r55s transmission that was horrible faulty. Explorers haven’t been equipped with that transmission since 2010
@@mattweeks2272 Thanks for info Matt but my wife has a friend and her Explorer has been into the shop countless times due to the transmission. Maybe I’m traumatized only God knows but I always tend to investigate a vehicle for issues prior to purchasing I am in the market to purchase a car now and had skipped the Explorer due to this issue.
Nice explore st. I just wish they did the stitches in red and the ST symbols on the seats was red also. And the only other thing I would change is the middle screen I would go for the 8 inch version then that 10 inch.
I went with the 8" and also opted for no sunroof(Living in Vegas, didn't feel the need).
I love the new redesigned explorer!! But I work at enterprise car rental and man we’ve had a few 2020 explorers under 15k already having problems and issues😬
Really ? Iv never had a problem going on three
When are you guys getting the new 2021 Chevy Tahoe’s??
@@ShadowJP3012 we already have them lol. Like a month ago. And we also have the new Yukon’s!
@@deniseavila3934 maybe it’s because people dog them out lol whenever they are rented😂
@@nageoford8043 what!! What state are they out now? I don’t see them on their app yet
The 2020 has a recall on the exhaust pipes due to rattling. Other than that I’m very happy with the vehicle. I can carry the entire family and cruise the hills and highways of western PA without feeling a need for more power.
Love my 2021 ST. As for other drivers thinking I’m a cop? So what? It’s so much fun to drive, who cares?
Clicks on Ford vid, gets a Chevy truck month ad😒
That car is fast I actually raced one out here in these streets of Los Angeles. I was shocked at how fast it was, I barely beat it on my 2021 Honda Accord 2.0T
😂😂😂😂
wow this ST model is awesome 😍😍
This is an awesome performance car for the price! Just imagine this thing with a voodoo or predator engine!!!
we ordered a 2022 from Malloy Ford in Winchester VA....should get it in mid November.Mabey ?.. its worth the wait ..
Awesome review! Was that definitely a 2021? I read they were changing the plastic around the shift knob to piano black on the 2021’s.
Just the panel around the air and radio controls
Can you tell us if you can save your backup cameras settings? No one has touched that subject. When you back up, you have that overhead view to the right of the rear view and it kills your backup camera view real estate. I would like to set it to just the back up camera view for my wife who is not tech savvy if I purchase this vehicle. I really like the Ford ST, but this can sway my decision to the 2021 Durango R/T Tow & Go. They have a really nice big screen.
I think that sunroof under cover goes back all the way. It was fully retracted in the one I test drove.
No it doesn't. Lol...the liner does..sunroof glass...no
I've waited for that ben that's a cool suv
7:50 that big bezel though 🙈
Only issue i have is the small CarPlay display, makes no sense why it wouldn’t take up the whole screen size
You shouldn't speed in a work Zone son. You are putting construction workers lives in jeopardy. By the way I love all your videos. Keep them coming.
Hi.. With so much power, do you think a police officer will give us a pass, if we tell them.... I was feeling the experience of my new car? Ticket or not? Got one last week and I can’t wait to check out the power. 🤣
I like your review’s. You explain everything we’ll
The whole thing on the sunroof goes back and your forgot about the cool phone holder so your phone doesn’t slide around!
Can you do a 2021 ST vs a Platinum ? not sure which one to get is the Horse power really worth it ? do you really feel the difference between the 2. im liking the ST only cause of the black appearance package.
Also hate the dial shifters or push button shifting in performance vehicles.
Man that thing is shifting fast. Appears to be smooth too.
Why not test the cruise control and lane keep assist?
Can you get ST without vertical infotainment?
Would ya still pick this of over mazda cx 9 carbon ?
Sound Symposer delete is a must.
Great review!! Thank you!
This suv is 🔥 🔥 🔥
I've read that the NAV is tied into WAZE. Is that true? Because WAZE is always what I run on our 2019 Explorer Sport from my phone being plugged into the USB port. Screw the factory NAV on the 2019's. It can't compete with WAZE at all.
how many dollars is the price?
That's some big water or oil drops right there
This the only Ford car/suv I would probably get
is this better then the 2021 kia sorento?
Keeps pullin!!...as he goes from 66-77 mph
the ranger needs this engine 3L 400 hp woohoo!!!
New Lincoln mkz also has 3.0l 400hp
Just tune the Ranger. Performance gains for the price are huge. Ford SVT even has a tune for it endorsed by the factory so you don’t lose warranty coverage if you go with that one.
I love the steering wheel
Man this thing is awesome, go Ford
The only thing that i don't like is the gear knob, i prefer the gear stick.
I agree. I grew up driving manuals so even with an automatic i still like to be able to rest my hand on it. Also makes it much easier to switch to manual mode with the paddles. My last explorer before my 15 sport (which is fast as hell in its own right) was a 4.6 v8 and it had the shifter on the column. I HATED that
I seen your review on the durango and now this one it's hard to pick but the massage seats would be nice! What do you think durango srt or this?
Why would anyone driving need a massage? It would make me want to sleep
Funny when you have all the fancy ST badging and quad exhausts. Just to find out that a base X5 40i will smoke you in a 0-100 all day everyday.
I’m pretty sure that a Explorer would gap a X5 but alright?
@@thatoneporscheguyok5300 You're right, the Explorer will leave a 1 second slower gap to 60 compared to a base X5 40i
That’s a fine looking vehicle...😊👍🚗
Anyone feel the B/O stereo is horrible? My front passenger door sounds like it’s blown
I am driving a cop car! 💪
Why does it leak at the beginning?
Nice review, good looking Ford, speedy...but an iPad glued to the dash, piped sounds, drilled exhaust tips, 5600lbs tow, 560 tongue weight, max payload 1560lbs - me, 2021 Durango, SRT or RT Tow ‘n Go. Thanks, for all your vids.
Isn't the engine sound pumped in through the speakers?
That’s what I just thought too. My ‘17 Fusion Sport has fake engine sounds inside. Sounds good but still fake.
Is this actually a real thing? I’ve never heard of this being a feature in cars. What is it called? It sounds pretty lame
I’ve only heard of this being a thing on the vehicles that are completely electric
whats the name of this colour?
Man! Your reviews are awesome, and quite to the point! Would love a comparison between this Ford ST 2021 and a Grand Cherokee SRT 2021
that would be a good one!
SRT and ST are in different leagues.
Love it except for the iPad on the dash
Is that carbonized grey?
Great job, thanks
Another interesting tid bit is that you can flat tow this behind a motorhome which damn few vehicles can still do that these days.
I’ll even bet that you could pull that motor home behind this Explorer!
One head scratcher for me on the Explorer ST is why the exhaust gets routed downwards and doesn't flow outward through the exhaust tips. Yes, the exhaust tips you see on this $56k vehicle are just for show!
The previous model had issues with the exhaust flowing into the cabin so they routed it downward on this one.
@@michaels7984 I hear you. I don't mind the down flowing exhaust. It's the fake tips that are hard to accept.
@@jamesruiz5095 yeah its kind of a crappy solution.
What's the price of this thing.
I'm in the market for a new Ford F-150 platinum or Limited truck what one you recommend and what one better
You can get the high output 3.5L EcoBoost in the Limited. Other than that there is very little difference between Platinum and Limited.
I’m waiting for the 2021s to come in
Currently shopping new vehicles for my wife and drove an Explorer ST and an Explorer Platinum yesterday for the first time. What I noticed, (ON BOTH UNITS), on the interior is LOTS of join lines and seams that are very poorly aligned. Also, the dash, across the top was wavy and the leather seats appeared to be worn and "stretched" a bit? The leather was wavy, a bit like the dash, as if it wasn't stretched tightly enough to get a good fit when the seat was assembled. Something I wouldn't expect unless a vehicle was a bit older and had seen everyday use for a year or so. Also, Ford, like many other manufacturers is slapping a tablet on the dash to display the nav, radio, non-button adjustment options, etc. They have aligned it vertically, rather than horizontally, mimicking a smart phone maybe? I must say that I am not a fan of this trend. Now, with this different alignment of the tablet, I feel like Ford just cheaped out on the dash design. Audi, GM, Dodge, Range Rover, Cadillac, Volvo and many others have opted to integrate the screen and I, for one, feel it provides a much better look and feel to the interior. I was hoping for more from this model refresh. These are $60,000 vehicles!? Swing and a miss for me.
Long winded much 😒
@@chikidd24 Ford fan boy enters comments to snark at someone's else's less than flattering views on current Ford quality concerns.
@@evernhamanderson stfu!
dont forget there is no AC button, so you must use the screen to have HVAC.. No thanks !
To be honest, this engine should be available in the other trim levels too, or at least some sort of V6. Can't believe they stuck a 4-banger in something that big.
You might hate on the i4 but I can promise it isn’t a slouch it gets up and goes way better than you would think
@@jacobcarter9242 And can you tell us for how many miles.
@@Jamessmith-qk5gr right now has 20k
Just wished it had a v8 🙏
Drop a coyote inside and I'll buy an explorer.
@@kilogulf1164 That's a great point and I bet a lot of people feel the same way. But for 600 bucks for a controller, it will spank most vehicles out there. We have a 2019 explorer sport, soon to be a 2021 ST...for sure.
@@JetTech1966 I still have my 09 Explorer Limited V8. She sounds good pulls my pair of jetskis. I'm so tempted to upgrade to an ST. I'm currently leaning more toward a Lincoln Aviator.
@@kilogulf1164 I seriously looked into the Aviator as well. I actually bought one new back in 2003. Anyhow that 2003 was a huge disappointment overall. I like the way the new lincolns look but I don't think they are worth the extra cost.
This thing would be a monster with a 5.0
What's with the tablet on the dash in protrait form? Fire the designer
AWESOME review!! Good JOB!! what is the color of this SUV.
Magnetic
I believe it is “Carbonized Gray”
Ford dealers are happy to sell you a vehicle but they can't currently repair cars due to a Ford parts shortage. Something they don't tell you when you buy a Ford. Ford blames COVID but according to my body shop (a nationwide chain) they have no problem getting parts for GM, Chrysler, Kia's etc. So if you're in a fender bender or a part fails on your Ford, it CAN'T BE FIXED. My 2021 Explorer has been sitting at a body shop for 2 months after we hit a deer and did relatively minor damage on it. Ford has no idea when they will be able to get parts and they refuse to pay for a rental car. They refuse to offer a loaner car. I'm currently in the process of filing a claim in Civil Court. The car may not be a lemon but the Ford product support and customer relations certainly is.
A few suggestions would be to have smoother transitions between cuts. Along with allowing more less spastic movement among descriptions. Other than that, thanks for the review!
Great review.
Don’t buy the Ford Explorer 2021. I have one. Two Factory Recalls. My vehicle with the dealership and sitting for days. Problems with parts or something. Very low mileage on the vehicle and recalls and issues.
Not recommending the vehicle as a buy as of now.
Can the screen get any bigger daum
That interior exhaust/engine sound is definitely fake made to sound like a V8
I love my 21 st.
Only thing I don’t like about the Explorer is the front, looks like a copy of the t-roc
Still it’s a great vehicle
Your video is the one who sold me on getting this particular car make and model and this color.
However I got this in December it is now March and it is annoying me in terms of acceleration it’s not up to par it feels rough and not smooth and kinda like your foot is on brake and gas same time it lags. Idk if it’s cuz it’s sport car or sumthin is wrong but other new cars I been in don’t do this. My older car which is 2011 don’t do this so idk what’s up with this brand new car. I’ll take it to the dealership I just didn’t want to go because it’s like another doctor appt. but I been noticed it in Like end of December beginning January just been procrastinating going
I wonder if I’m the only one with this issue
And to go fast I have to put in sport mode it doesn’t seem to be fast on regular drive you’d think a powerful vehicle like this would be fast period in regular mode and like a super beast in sport but it is not
The owner's manual does state to get the full 400HP, you need premium fuel.
Explore vs telluride?? Whats a better choice
I drove both and bought the explorer st. The ST is like driving a sports car and more solid feeling than the Telluride.
Bro can you plz review the ram trx truck plz
Did they fix the top rails? They fall off
how can you pick a v6 over a v8 ? rather have a durango looks sporty even in v6 , looks slimmer too
Cuz power🦍🦍🦍
I guess it depends on where you live and what you're using it for. The ST beats Durango's horsepower (including the hemi) which is ideal if you're hauling people or taking long drives through winter mountains. ST Gas mileage and maintenence costs are better (compared to hemi). Durango hasn't made too many appearance improvements while Ford has remade their entire line up. Also, the way Ford folds their seats flat to create flatbed space is extremely practical and a great feature. While I'm not a fan of Ford's push-to-start, electronic gear shifter, or e-brake, I find that this car will be great for the next 7 years to:
- Travel/Explore
- Haul Jetskis
- Commute
And from personal experience, Ford's turning range is so much better then the Durango R/T. Especially important if you need parallel park in the city i.e. Seattle
Performance mid size family crossover/suv
Rasing and lowering seats is maybe compared to a Tahoe