A 2026 Ford Explorer® Tremor® SUV with a trailer parked at a mountain overlook with a person riding a dirtbike nearby

2026 Explorer®

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For the ones who see every detour as a scenic route.

  • 13.3/9.6/11.6 L/100 km
  • 400 hp

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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.

The front seats on a 2026 Ford Explorer® Tremor® SUV

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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.

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Performance

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A 2026 Ford Explorer® SUV pulling a trailer on a highway through the mountains

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Haul What Matters

With 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) of towing capacity, it’s easy to tow the fun behind your Explorer. *

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The cluster display in a 2026 Ford Explorer® SUV, showing the Tow/Haul drive mode selected

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Explorer® lets you select drive modes to help you prioritize fuel economy, enjoy a sporty feel, or conquer challenging terrain.

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A 2026 Ford Explorer® SUV kicking up dust while being driven down a dirt road

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Explorer® offers two available EcoBoost® engines to deliver the power you need.

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Exterior

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.

The front fascia of a 2026 Ford Explorer® ST SUV, showing the ST badging

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Interior

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. 101

A close-up of the seat back stitching on a 2026 Ford Explorer® ST SUV

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Technology

Tech That Takes You Further

Ford Co-Pilot360® technologies are focused on helping you feel more confident behind the wheel. 73

Enjoy streaming, games, even karaoke while parked. Connect devices to Wi-Fi®. Take a call from work. And more. *

Enhance your driving experience with curated content and next-level personalization.

Ford BlueCruise

Eyes on. Hands off.

Available BlueCruise is a hands-free highway driving assistance feature that accelerates, brakes, and steers your vehicle so you can relax while you keep your eyes on the road. 147

A driver and passenger touching hands in a 2026 Ford Explorer® SUV while BlueCruise is active

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Specs

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A 2026 Ford Explorer® Active SUV with a length of 5,048 mm, a width of 2,004 mm, and a height of 1,767 mm
A 2026 Ford Explorer® ST-Line SUV with a length of 5,048 mm, a width of 2,004 mm, and a height of 1,767 mm
A 2026 Ford Explorer® Tremor® SUV with a length of 5,048 mm, a width of 2,004 mm, and a height of 1,798 mm
A 2026 Ford Explorer® ST SUV with a length of 5,048 mm, a width of 2,004 mm, and a height of 1,772 mm
A 2026 Ford Explorer® Platinum™ SUV with a length of 5,048 mm, a width of 2,004 mm, and a height of 1,782 mm

Engine Type

2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology *

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Intelligent 4WD

Minimum Running Ground Clearance

193 mm (7.6")

Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants)

7

Cargo Volume

2,431 L (85.8 cu ft) 101

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) **

Wheels

18" Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum

Available 20" Carbonized Grey-painted aluminum

Available 20" Lustre Nickel-painted aluminum

Engine Type

2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology *

Drive Type

Intelligent 4WD

Minimum Running Ground Clearance

193 mm (7.6")

Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants)

7

Cargo Volume

2,431 L (85.8 cu ft) 101

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) **

Wheels

20" Ebony-painted machined aluminum

Available 21" Magnetite-painted aluminum

Engine Type

2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Start-Stop Technology *

Available 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged EcoBoost® V6 with Auto Start-Stop Technology *

Drive Type

Intelligent 4WD

Minimum Running Ground Clearance

220 mm (8.7")

Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants)

6

Cargo Volume

2,416 L (85.3 cu ft) 101

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) **

Wheels

18" High Gloss Ebony Black-Painted Aluminum with Tremor Orange accents

Engine Type

400 hp 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 with Auto Start-Stop Technology*

Drive Type

Intelligent 4WD

Minimum Running Ground Clearance

199 mm (7.8")

Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants)

7

Cargo Volume

2,416 L (85.3 cu ft) 101

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) **

Wheels

21" Magnetite-painted aluminum

Engine Type

2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology *

Drive Type

Intelligent 4WD

Minimum Running Ground Clearance

210 mm (8.3")

Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants)

7

Cargo Volume

2,416 L (85.3 cu ft) 101

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,267 kg (5,000 lbs) **

Wheels

20" Lustre Nickel-painted aluminum

Available 21" Bright Machined aluminum with Dark Tarnish-painted pockets

FAQ

Things You Should Know

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.

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) 101

Maximum Cargo Capacity: 2,431 L (85.8 cubic feet) (Active and ST-Line), 2,416 L (85.3 cubic feet) (all other models) 101

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 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.

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. 128

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. 147