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The 2026 Ford Explorer: Versatility and Utility
The 2026 Ford Explorer offers a range of engines designed to balance power and efficiency. Standard options include a turbocharged 2.3L inline-4 engine, while higher trims feature a robust 3.0L EcoBoost V6, delivering impressive horsepower and towing capacity. For eco-conscious drivers, the Explorer Hybrid combines strong acceleration with fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for city commuting and long road trips alike.
Safety remains a priority in the 2026 Ford Explorer, which comes equipped with an array of advanced driver-assistance systems. Standard features include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and automatic emergency braking. Higher trims offer more comprehensive safety technologies, such as a 360-degree camera system and enhanced parking assistance, providing drivers with confidence on every trip.
The 2026 Ford Explorer offers a spacious interior that prioritizes comfort and versatility. With three rows of seating, the Explorer accommodates up to seven passengers, and the rear seats fold flat to create an expansive cargo area for luggage, gear, or sporting equipment. Premium materials and thoughtful design elements make long drives more enjoyable, while available features like heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, and ambient lighting elevate the overall cabin experience.
The 2026 Ford Explorer combines rugged capability with refined style. Its bold front grille, sculpted body panels, and available panoramic sunroof create an impressive presence on the road. LED headlights and taillights enhance visibility while giving the SUV a modern, high-tech look. Aerodynamic touches improve efficiency without sacrificing strength, and the available wheel packages allow drivers to customize the Explorer's appearance to match their personal taste. Whether navigating city streets or off-road trails, the Explorer's design is built to impress and perform.
The exterior of the 2026 Explorer is modern and aerodynamic, reflecting a bold and confident SUV profile. Signature LED lighting, a sculpted hood, and an available sporty ST-Line trim enhance its road presence. Roof rails and tow-ready capability add practical versatility, while carefully designed lines and contours improve fuel efficiency and reduce wind noise for a quieter ride.
| Specifications | ||||
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| Horsepower: | 300 - 400 | MPG City/Highway: | 18 - 21 / 24 - 28 | |
| Torque: | 310 - 415 | Seating: | 6 - 7 |
| Base Standard Equipment On All Trims |
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| Exterior Standard Equipment |
| Front Air Curtain |
| Door Handles - Body-Color |
| Configurable Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) - (Activates LED Low Beam Headlamps with Courtesy Delay) |
| Active Grille Shutters |
| Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler |
| Class III Trailer Tow Package |
| Body-Color - Rear Spoiler |
| Body-Color - Bumpers, Front and Rear (Body-Color Upper, Black Lower) |
| Black - Molded-in-Color - Liftgate Scuff, Wheellip Molding |
| LED Taillamps |
| Privacy Glass - Second Row, Third Row and Liftgate |
| Rear Bumper Step Pad - Molded-In-Color Black |
| Roof-Mounted Antenna |
| Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit |
| Wipers - Windshield - Variable Intermittent/Continuous |
| Wipers - Rear Window - Single-Speed Intermittent/Continuous |
| Mechanical Standard Equipment |
| Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic |
| Four-Wheel Disc Brakes with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) |
| Front and Rear Stabilizer Bars |
| Terrain Management System |
| Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) |
| Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold |
| Interior Standard Equipment |
| Beverage Holders - 10 - Front row - four (4), Second row - four (4), Third row - two (2) |
| Center Floor Console - Front - Armrest |
| Center Floor Console - Front - Storage Bin |
| Climate Control - Tri-Zone Electronic Temperature Control |
| Climate Control - Cabin Particulate Air Filter |
| Driver and Front Passenger Seat Back Map Pockets |
| Driver's Side Footrest |
| Grab Handles - Front-Passenger; Second Row - two (2), includes Coat Hooks |
| Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors (Driver and Front Passenger) |
| Instrument Panel Cluster - 12.3" Digital Productivity Screen |
| Instrument Panel Cluster - Message Center |
| Instrument Panel Cluster - Outside Temperature Display |
| Instrument Panel Cluster - Trip Computer |
| Lighting - Front Overhead Console Mounted Map Lights |
| Lighting - Illuminated Entry System |
| Lighting - Rear Cargo Area Light |
| Lighting - Second and Third Row Dome Lights |
| Overhead Console with Sunglasses Storage |
| Powerpoints (12V) - four (4) - Front row; one (1) in Media Hub; Second row; one (1) in rear section of center console; Rear Cargo Area; one (1) |
| Rotary Gear Shift Dial |
| Steering Column - Manual Tilt/Telescoping |
| Steering Wheel with Mounted Features - 5-Way Controls; Audio Controls; Cruise Controls |
| Windows, Power - Front and Rear, Front Row One-Touch-Up/Down Feature (door mounted controls) |
| Safety & Security Standard Features |
| AdvanceTrac™ with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) |
| Airbags - First Row: Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Front, Front-seat Side and Driver Knee |
| Airbags - All Rows: Safety Canopy® Side-Curtain with Rollover Sensor |
| Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp |
| Curve Control |
| Door Locks, Power - Auto lock/Auto unlock |
| Door Locks, Power - Child-Safety Rear |
| Headlamps - LED Low and High Beams with Courtesy Delay |
| Headlamps - Wiper-Activated |
| Hooks - Cargo Net - Four (4) |
| Hooks - Load Floor Tie-Down - Four (4) |
| Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (ITPMS) |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) on Second and Third Row Outboard Seating Positions |
| Perimeter Alarm |
| Personal Safety System |
| Rear-Window Defroster and Washer |
| Safety Belts - Front Row - Belt-Minder® (Front Safety Belt Reminder) |
| Safety Belts - Front Row - Adjustable Height |
| Safety Belts - Second Row - Outboard and Center Seat Shoulder |
| Safety Belts - Third Row - Outboard |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ |
| Driver Controls and Instrumentation Standard Features |
| Auto Hold |
| Headlamps - Autolamp (Automatic On/Off) |
| Hill Start Assist |
| Side-Wind Stabilization |
| Trailer Sway Control |
| Functional Standard Equipment |
| 4-Door Intelligent Access (Lock/Unlock) with Push-Button Start |
| 5G LTE Modem and Hotspot |
| Ford Power-Up Software Update Capability |
| Audio - AM/FM Stereo |
| Audio - MP3 Capable |
| Audio - Speed-Compensated Volume |
| Audio - SiriusXM® with 360L - Includes a three (3)-month prepaid subscription. Service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii. (SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by Sirius XM Radio Inc. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming subject to change. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc) |
| Battery Saver |
| Compass |
| FordPass Connect - Includes: Remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle; Schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle; Locate parked vehicle; Check vehicle status (Note: Ford Telematics™ and Data Services Prep included for Fleet ONLY: FordPass Connect™ 4G Wi-Fi Modem provides data to support telematics and data services including but not limited to vehicle location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts. Device enables telematics services through Ford or authorized providers. Activate at www.fleet.ford.com or call 833-FCS-Ford. (833-327-3673)) |
| Ford Connectivity Package (1-year included) - Includes: 5G Connectivity for Ford Digital Experience; Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot; Audio and Video Streaming; Productivity (Video Conferencing Web Browser); Voice Assistant; Entertainment. (Note*: Ford Connectivity Package included for one-year from warranty start date. Requires activation via FordPass® app with credit card authorization; customer may cancel at any time. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Ford may temporarily slow data speeds if such data usage reaches or exceeds 50GB within a billing cycle or due to network limitations. If a customer uses more than 50% of their data usage in a roaming country during a 60-day period, Ford may remove or limit the customer's data plan.) |
| Independent Front and Rear Suspension |
| Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor |
| Ford Digital Experience - 13.2" Color LCD Touchscreen in Instrument Panel Center-Stack - Includes: Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play; Pinch-to-Zoom capability; 911 Assist® |
| Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Wireless Compatibility |
| USB Ports - Second Row - Two (2) "C" and Third Row - Two (2) "C" |
| Warranty Standard Features |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty - 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Limited Warranty - 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Roadside Assistance - 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Corrosion Coverage - 5 years/Unlimited |
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