2026 Explorer
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Find Your 2026 Ford Explorer Near Tilton What’s New, What Fits Your Life, and Why Nucar
Looking for a 3-row SUV that can handle I-93, winter slush on NH-132, and weekends at Lake Winnisquam—without giving up comfort? The 2026 Ford Explorer builds on last year’s refresh and adds a first-ever Explorer Tremor for light off-road adventures while keeping family-friendly tech and space front and center.¹
At A Glance:
- New for 2026: First-ever Explorer Tremor; Active 100A “Base” returns; Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof option; Marsh Gray color; ST can now be optioned with a second-row bench; Platinum drops the 3.0L V6.³
- Trims: Active 100A “Base,” Active, ST-Line, Tremor (AWD), ST, Platinum.³
- Power: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp/310 lb-ft); available 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp/415 lb-ft) on Tremor; 3.0L standard on ST.¹²
- Towing: Tremor up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped; broader lineup up to 5,300 lbs per current specs.⁴⁷
- Tech: Ford Digital Experience (Google built-in, Apple CarPlay, Alexa Built-In); 5G with Ford Connectivity Package (1-year included; optional 7-year one-time purchase).¹²³
- BlueCruise: Hands-free highway driving available via annual plan or one-time purchase on compatible trims; availability by trim/engine detailed below.³⁵⁶
- Dimensions (typical across lineup): 198.8" L / 78.9" W / 69.9" H; 119.1" wheelbase; cargo 18.2–87.8 cu ft.⁷
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What's New on the 2026 Ford Explorer?
- Explorer Tremor debuts: AWD with Torsen limited-slip rear differential, 1-inch lift, off-road-tuned springs/sway bars, underbody skid plates, A/T tires, and available BlueCruise 1.5.¹²
- Lineup & packaging updates: Active 100A “Base” returns; ST gains optional second-row bench; Platinum now 2.3L only; Marsh Gray joins the palette.³
- Roof change: New Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with power shade replaces the prior Vista-style approach in Ford’s official ordering content.³
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2026 Ford Explorer Power and Performance
- Engines & transmission: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300/310) or 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400/415), both with a 10-speed automatic; RWD or AWD by trim (Tremor is AWD-only).¹²³
- Towing:
- Tremor: Up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.⁴
- Lineup (per current public specs): Up to ~5,300 lbs (trim/config dependent).⁷
- Fuel economy (as currently posted; subject to EPA update):
- 2.3L RWD: 20/29/24 mpg (city/hwy/combined)
- 2.3L AWD: 20/27/23 mpg
- 3.0L AWD (ST): 18/25/21 mpg.⁷
2026 Ford Explorer Interior and Technology
- Ford Digital Experience: Google Maps, Google Play apps, Google Assistant—plus Apple CarPlay and Alexa Built-In.¹²¹³
- Connectivity: Ford Connectivity Package includes 5G, hotspot, audio/video streaming, conferencing, etc.; 1 year included, and an optional 7-year one-time purchase is available on compatible trims.³
- Roof: Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with power shade available across series, letting in more light without moving-panel complexity.³
2026 Ford Explorer Safety
- Extensive Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ coverage (Intersection Assist, Reverse Brake Assist, Lane-Keeping, Speed Sign Recognition, etc.).³
- BlueCruise hands-free: Trim-specific availability
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