City mpg:
20
EPA-Est Hwy6 mpg:
29

Actual rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.

2026 Ford Explorer SUV Overview

The standard features of the Ford Explorer Active include EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 300hp intercooled turbo engine, 10-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), Integrated navigation system with voice activation, Side seat mounted airbags, Safety Canopy System curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, Airbag occupancy sensor, Air conditioning, 18" aluminum wheels, Cruise control, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go distance pacing, ABS and driveline traction control

2026 Ford
Explorer SUV

Starting at: $38,465

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  • 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum SUV EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology

    Engine:
    2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology,
    Transmission:
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission,
    EPA-Est MPG6:
    20/27,
    Exterior Color:
    Agate Black Metallic,
    Interior Color:
    Salt Crystal Gray,
    Stock #:
    GP874,
    Vehicle Status:
    In Stock,
    VIN:
    1FMUK8HH6TGC38012
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    Equipment Group 600A Standard Package (Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, GVWR: : 5,940 lbs, Tires: P255/55R20 AS BSW, )
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  • 2026 Ford Explorer ST SUV EcoBoost® V6 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology

    Engine:
    3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology,
    Transmission:
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission,
    EPA-Est MPG6:
    18/25,
    Exterior Color:
    Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat,
    Interior Color:
    Onyx,
    Stock #:
    GP777,
    Vehicle Status:
    In Stock,
    VIN:
    1FMWK8GC1TGB34560
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    Equipment Group 400A Standard Package (Engine: : 3.0L EcoBoost V6, Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, GVWR: 6,200 lbs, Tires: P275/45R21 AS BSW, )
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  • 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line SUV EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology

    Engine:
    2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology,
    Transmission:
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission,
    EPA-Est MPG6:
    20/27,
    Exterior Color:
    Vapor Blue Metallic,
    Interior Color:
    Onyx,
    Stock #:
    GP781,
    Vehicle Status:
    In Stock,
    VIN:
    1FMUK8KH7TGB42897
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    Equipment Group 300A Standard Package (Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, GVWR: : 5,940 lbs, Tires: P255/55R20 AS BSW, )
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  • 2026 Ford Explorer Active SUV EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology

    Engine:
    2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology,
    Transmission:
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission,
    EPA-Est MPG6:
    20/27,
    Exterior Color:
    Star White Metallic Tri-Coat,
    Interior Color:
    Dark Space Gray,
    Stock #:
    GP901,
    Vehicle Status:
    Dealer Ordered,
    VIN:
    1FMUK8DH4TGC42677
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  • 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum SUV EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology

    Engine:
    2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology,
    Transmission:
    10-Speed Automatic Transmission,
    EPA-Est MPG6:
    20/27,
    Exterior Color:
    Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat,
    Interior Color:
    Mojave Dusk,
    Stock #:
    C17450,
    Vehicle Status:
    Dealer Ordered,
    VIN:
    1FMUK8HH2TGC17450
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    Equipment Group 600A Standard Package (Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, GVWR: : 5,940 lbs, Tires: P255/55R20 AS BSW, )
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Specifications

  • Rear cargo - liftgate
  • Power door mirrors
  • Heated door mirrors
  • Spoiler
  • Bumpers - body-color
  • Trailer hitch
  • Trailer sway control
  • Hitch Class - III
  • Engine liters - 2.3L
  • Compressor - intercooled turbo
  • Cylinder configuration - I-4
  • Horsepower - 300hp @ 5,500RPM
  • Torque - 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
  • Number of valves - 16
  • Variable valve control
  • Engine location - front
  • Hybrid electric powertrain type - none
  • Hybrid traction battery type - none
  • Electric motor horsepower - none
  • Hybrid system net power - none
  • Recommended fuel - Premium Unleaded
  • Transmission - 10 speed automatic
  • Mode select transmission
  • Drive type - rear-wheel
  • Fuel economy combined - 24mpg
  • Fuel tank capacity - 17.9gal.
  • Hybrid system combined power torque - none
  • Electric motor 1 torque - none
  • Standard fuel economy fuel type - gasoline
  • Fuel economy city - 20mpg
  • Fuel economy highway - 29mpg
  • Basic warranty - 36 months/36,000miles
  • Powertrain warranty - 60 months/60,000miles
  • Corrosion perforation warranty - 60 months/ unlimited distance
  • Roadside assistance coverage - 60 months/60,000miles
  • Four wheel independent suspension
  • Front anti-roll bar
  • Rear anti-roll bar
  • Power steering
  • Speed-sensing steering
  • Alloy wheels
  • Front tires - 255/65HR18.0
  • Rear tires - 255/65HR18.0
  • Wheel size - 18"
  • Engine displacement - 2.3 L
  • Engine torque - 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
  • Engine bore x stroke - 87.5mm x 94.0mm (3.44" x 3.70")
  • Compression ratio - 10.63 to 1
  • Curb weight - 1,970kg (4,344lbs)
  • GVWR - 2,644kg (5,830lbs)
  • Towing capacity - 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
  • Exterior length - 5,050mm (198.8")
  • Exterior body width - 2,004mm (78.9")
  • Exterior height - 1,768mm (69.6")
  • Wheelbase - 3,025mm (119.1")
  • Front legroom - 1,092mm (43.0")
  • Rear legroom - 991mm (39.0")
  • 3rd row legroom - 818mm (32.2")
  • Front headroom - 1,034mm (40.7")
  • Rear headroom - 1,029mm (40.5")
  • 3rd row headroom - 988mm (38.9")
  • Front hiproom - 1,504mm (59.2")
  • Rear hiproom - 1,501mm (59.1")
  • 3rd row hiproom - 1,039mm (40.9")
  • Front shoulder room - 1,577mm (62.1")
  • Rear shoulder room - 1,572mm (61.9")
  • 3rd row shoulder room - 1,387mm (54.6")
  • Passenger volume - 4,330L (152.9 cu.ft.)
  • Interior rear cargo volume - 462 L (16 cu.ft.)
  • Greenhouse Gas Score (GG) - 5
  • AM/FM radio - SiriusXM with 360L
  • Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months) - 3
  • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
  • Speakers - 6
  • Wireless phone connectivity - Bluetooth
  • 1st row LCD monitors - 2
  • Primary LCD size - 13.2"
  • Smart device integration - Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Fully automatic headlights
  • Delay-off headlights
  • Auto high-beam headlights
  • Variably intermittent wipers
  • Speed sensitive wipers
  • Rear window wiper
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front reading lights
  • Rear reading lights
  • Appearance - digital/analog
  • Configurable
  • Tachometer
  • Compass
  • Outside temperature display
  • Low tire pressure warning
  • Trip computer
  • Parking sensors - Reverse Sensing System rear
  • Lane departure - Lane-Keeping System active
  • Blind spot - BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) warning
  • Speed limit display
  • Exterior parking camera rear
  • Forward collision - PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist mitigation w/left turn assist
  • Rear collision - Rear Cross-Traffic Braking mitigation
  • 4 wheel disc brakes
  • ABS brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Dual front impact airbags
  • Dual front side impact airbags
  • Overhead airbag
  • Knee airbag
  • Occupant sensing airbag
  • Panic alarm
  • Perimeter/approach lights
  • Ignition disable
  • Security system
  • Electronic stability
  • Traction control
  • Front pedestrian detection - prevention
  • Max seating capacity - 6
  • Front seats - bucket
  • Power driver seat
  • Power 2-way driver lumbar support
  • Front center armrest
  • Rear seats - captain
  • Split folding rear seat
  • Rear seats Folding position - fold forward seatback
  • 3rd row seats - bench
  • Seat Upholstery - cloth
  • Approach angle - 20 deg
  • Departure angle - 22 deg
  • Ground clearance (min) - 193mm (7.6")
  • Ramp breakover angle - 17 deg
  • Air conditioning
  • Automatic temperature control
  • Front dual zone A/C
  • Rear air conditioning
  • Speed control
  • Adaptive Cruise Control - Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
  • Power windows
  • 1-touch down
  • 1-touch up
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Proximity key - doors and push button start
  • Illuminated entry
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Telescoping steering wheel
  • Driver vanity mirror
  • Passenger vanity mirror
  • Emergency communication system - 911 Assist
  • Navigation system
  • Front beverage holders
  • Rear beverage holders
  • Overhead console
  • Driver door bin
  • Passenger door bin
  • Rear door bins

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  MSRP1 Engine Transmission City/EPA-Est Hwy mpg
Active 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Active Search New $38,465   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 29  
Active 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Active Search New $40,465   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 27  
Active 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Active Search New $40,585   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 29  
Active 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Active Search New $42,585   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 27  
ST-Line 2026 Ford Explorer SUV ST-Line Search New $45,155   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 29  
ST-Line 2026 Ford Explorer SUV ST-Line Search New $47,155   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 27  
Tremor 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Tremor Search New $48,965   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  19 / 23  
Platinum 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Platinum Search New $50,965   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 29  
Platinum 2026 Ford Explorer SUV Platinum Search New $52,965   300-hp 2.3L 4-cyl  10-spd auto  20 / 27  
ST 2026 Ford Explorer SUV ST Search New $54,905   385-hp 3.0L 6-cyl  10-spd auto  18 / 25  
ST 2026 Ford Explorer SUV ST Search New $56,905   385-hp 3.0L 6-cyl  10-spd auto  18 / 25  

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