From city driving to off-road exploring, the 2026 Ford Explorer delivers strength and confidence. The standard 2.3-L EcoBoost engine with Auto Start-Stop ensures efficiency and responsive acceleration, while the available 3.0-L EcoBoost V6 in the Tremor trim enhances towing and off-road capability. A 10-speed automatic transmission, multiple drive modes, and available intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management System help you adapt to any road conditions. Trailer Sway Control adds security when hauling heavier loads.

• Available 3.0-L EcoBoost V6 (Tremor)
• 2.3-L EcoBoost engine with Auto Start-Stop
• Rear-wheel drive standard; intelligent 4WD optional
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Trailer Sway Control
• Terrain Management System

The 2026 Ford Explorer’s bold presence is matched with practical details for both style and utility. Trim-specific grille treatments and privacy glass provide a unique touch, while skid plate elements in the Tremor trim enhance off-road toughness. Standard LED low/high-beam headlamps with auto high-beam and LED taillamps ensure clear visibility and a sharp look. Roof-rack side rails make it easy to haul extra gear for family trips or weekend adventures.

• Roof-rack side rails
• LED taillamps
• Grille variations by trim
• LED low & high beams with auto high-beam
• Skid plate protection (Tremor)
• Privacy glass on rear rows and liftgate

The 2026 Ford Explorer puts safety first with a wide range of driver-assist and protective systems. AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control and Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags with rollover sensing are standard. Drivers benefit from features like Lane-Keeping Assist, Driver Alert, and a rear-view camera. On upper trims, you can equip a 360-degree camera for all-around visibility. Emergency safeguards such as the SOS Post-Crash Alert System add another layer of reassurance.

• Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags with rollover sensors
• AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control
• Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert, and Driver Alert
• Multiple airbags: front, side, knee
• Rear parking sensors, rear-view camera, and optional 360-degree camera
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System

Technology in the 2026 Ford Explorer is built to keep you connected, entertained, and in control. At the center is a 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. FordPass Connect keeps you linked on the go, while premium trims upgrade to a B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen. A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, BlueCruise hands-free highway driving, ambient lighting, and wireless charging round out the high-tech offerings.

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 13.2-inch touchscreen with SYNC technology
• Premium B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
• FordPass Connect
• Available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving with Automatic Lane Change
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

Comfort and utility come together in the 2026 Ford Explorer’s thoughtfully designed interior. Standard third-row seating provides space for passengers, while fold-flat second- and third-row seats offer flexibility for cargo. Available multicontour massaging front seats and leather seating add premium touches. Tri-zone climate control ensures all passengers stay comfortable, and heated front seats, second-row seating, and a heated steering wheel make winter drives easy. Ambient lighting and upscale trims further elevate the cabin.

• Leather seating surfaces available
• Standard third-row seating, foldable
• Heated front and second-row seats; heated steering wheel
• Multicontour massaging front seats available
• Tri-zone electronic automatic temperature control
• Ambient lighting and upscale trim options