
2026 Ford Explorer
2026 Ford Explorer® |For the ones who see every detour as a scenic route
The new Ford Explorer model is built for people who love off-road adventures. It offers strong power, modern technology, and a bold design to explore new paths. With features like hands-free driving and automatic lane changes, driving becomes easier and safer. The interior is comfortable and stylish, with premium seating and relaxing lighting. Overall, it is a powerful and capable SUV ready for any journey.
Performance
The Explorer helps you stay in control with six available drive modes for different conditions. These include Normal, Eco, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, and Trail or Off-Road based on the model. Towing features come standard, making it easier to handle heavy loads. You can confidently tow items like a camper or ATV without worry. Overall, the Explorer is designed to give a smooth and capable driving and towing experience.
Exterior
Every Explorer® SUV stands out everywhere from suburban parking lots to the remotest byways. Impress with the sporty looks of ST-Line and ST. Or blaze your own trail in a new Tremor® model with contrasting orange accents.Every Explorer® SUV stands out everywhere from suburban parking lots to the remotest byways. Impress with the sporty looks of ST-Line and ST. Or blaze your own trail in a new Tremor® model with contrasting orange accents.Let in more sunlight or starlight through this vast glass canopy, available on all Explorer models except Active 100A.Explorer® leads the way with model-specific grilles to express your style.The LED taillamps and light bar appliqué extend from the vehicle's corners and stretch toward the liftgate.
Technology
The Explorer offers advanced safety features to support your driving. The Lane-Keeping System alerts you if you drift out of your lane and reminds you to take breaks when needed. BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert helps detect vehicles in your blind spots and traffic behind you. Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go makes driving in traffic easier by maintaining speed and distance. Lane Centering helps keep your vehicle steady within the lane. You can also personalize settings like seats, mirrors, and connect your phone for a more comfortable and smart driving experience.
Interior
Go together, wherever Explorer takes you. Available seating for up to seven passengers and an available 85.8 cu ft of cargo space means you can bring along just about everyone and everything you need.Explorer® offers plenty of space for the school run, family trips, and more. Customize your comfort with the ease and durability of cloth, or upgrade to the luxury of available multicontour, massaging leather-trimmed seats.
Help keep your vehicle's interior cool with this handy sunshade, available from your Ford dealer.Set the mood and personalize the lighting color inside your Explorer.Explorer models offer two available B&O speaker packages: a 10-speaker system or a 980-watt, 14-speaker package. Both include a subwoofer with available Sound Stage, a fabric-wrapped acoustic sound bar that helps amplify your in-vehicle listening experience.
Trim Level Highlights

Explorer® Active 100A
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Selectable drive modes
- Class III Trailer Tow Package

Explorer® Active
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated front-row seats
- Power liftgate

Explorer® ST-Line
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- 360-Degree Camera
- Unique durable cloth-trimmed seats with red stitching
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer

Explorer® Tremor®
- Available 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
- Torsen® limited-slip rear axle
- Off-road tuned suspension with increased ride height
- Underbody protection - front and rear deflector plates

Explorer® Platinum™
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped (1-year + 90-day plan included)
- Heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts
- Available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade

Explorer® ST
- 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Performance brakes with red-painted brake calipers
Schedule a Test Drive
Ready to experience the Explorer for yourself? Schedule a test drive today and see its power, comfort, and advanced features in action. Explore different drive modes, smooth handling, and smart safety systems on the road. Feel the premium interior and modern technology firsthand. Book your test drive at your nearest dealership at your convenience. Don't miss the chance to drive the Explorer and enjoy a confident driving experience.
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Jack Demmer Ford
37300 Michigan Avenue
Wayne, MI 48184
- Sales: 734-721-2600