New Ford Explorer
The Untamed Explorer® Tremor®
Go where adventure calls. The 2026 Explorer Tremor with the available 3.0L EcoBoost® engine is the most powerful off-road Explorer ever. And with off-road-tuned suspension, underbody protection, and a Torsen® limited-slip rear axle for enhanced traction and stability, you can use all that power to get almost anywhere.
Haul What Matters
With 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) of towing capacity, it’s easy to tow the fun behind your Explorer.
BLIS on Explorer includes Trailer Coverage, which can alert you to vehicles in your blind spot when you’re towing a trailer.
Natural Elegance
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.
- LED Headlamps
- LED Taillamps
- Eye-Catching Grilles
- Power Liftgate
Enjoy the Journey
Go together, wherever Explorer® takes you. Available seating for up to seven passengers and an available 2,431 litres (85.8 cubic feet) of cargo space mean 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.
FAQs
What is the towing capacity got the 2026 Ford Explorer?
2,267 kg (5,000 lbs). All Explorer models come standard with the Class III Trailer Tow Package, which enables this max towing capacity.*
Towing by Engine:
- 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine — 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs)
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine — 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs)
Towing Package Details:
The Class III Trailer Tow Package, standard on all Explorer models, includes a Class III frame-mounted hitch, a seven-wire harness, and four- and seven-pin trailer connectors.
What are the dimensions of the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Exterior:
Length: 5,048 mm (198.7 inches)
Width: 2,004 mm (78.9 inches), 2,268 mm (89.3 inches) including mirrors
Height: 1,767 mm (69.6 inches) (Active, ST-Line), 1,772 mm (69.8 inches) (ST), 1,782 mm (70.2 inches) (Platinum™), 1,798 mm (70.8 inches) (Tremor®)
Wheelbase: 3,025 mm (119.1 inches)
Interior:
Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 1,035 mm (40.7 inches) (987 mm or 38.9 inches on Platinum) / 1,028 mm (40.5 inches) (971 mm or 38.2 inches on Platinum) / 987 mm (38.9 inches)
Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 1,089 mm (42.9 inches) (1,092 mm or 43 inches on Active) / 939 mm (37 inches) (952 mm or 37.5 inches on Active) / 807 mm (31.8 inches)
Passenger Volume: 4,255 L (150.3 cubic feet) (Active and ST-Line), 4,238 (149.5 cubic feet) (ST & Tremor), 4,071 (143.8 cubic feet) (Platinum)
Cargo Capacity (behind third-row seats, all seats in place): 461 L (16.3 cubic feet)
Maximum Cargo Capacity: 2,431 L (85.8 cubic feet) (Active and ST-Line), 2,416 L (85.3 cubic feet) (all other models)
What os the seat capacity for the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Explorer® SUVs seat six or seven people, depending on the model and options selected. Second-row captain’s chairs are standard on all models except Platinum, while some models are available with a second-row bench seat (standard on Platinum) that adds capacity for one additional passenger.
Detailed Seating Options:
- 6 Passenger: Second-row captain’s chairs, standard on all models except Platinum.
- 7 Passenger: Second-row bench seat, standard on Platinum and available on all models except Tremor®.
- 3-Row Seating: All Explorer models have third-row seats. PowerFold® third-row seats are available on Tremor and standard on ST and Platinum™.
Does the 2026 Ford Explorer have AWD and 4WD options?
Yes, Explorer SUVs are available with Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive.
By Engine:
2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 engine — Intelligent 4WD is standard on all models.
3.0L EcoBoost® V6 engine — Intelligent 4WD is standard on all models.
Terrain Management System: Explorer SUVs include six available drive modes to choose from.
What’s new on the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Changes for 2026 include the addition of the off-road focused Tremor® model to the lineup, as well as features like the panoramic fixed glass roof available on all models. For models equipped with available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving, the system has been updated to version 1.5, which adds an Automatic Lane Change feature and other upgrades to help you spend more highway driving time hands-free.
