2026 Ford Explorer® Models, Specs, Features & Pricing | AutoNation Ford Westlake

2026 Ford Explorer® Model Lineup & Pricing

Six trims give west-side families a wide range of choices. The Active 100A and Active cover the everyday commute from Westlake to Rocky River to downtown Cleveland, while the new Tremor® brings off-road suspension, all-terrain tires, and standard Intelligent 4WD for those who want capability on and off the pavement. The Platinum™ comes standard with Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving and heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats - a genuine upgrade for the I-90 commute in February. The ST puts the 3.0L V6 to work as standard equipment with sport-tuned suspension and performance brakes. Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering is standard across all six trims, and a standard Class III Trailer Tow Package enables up to 5,000 lbs of towing on every model.

Explorer® Active 100A: Starting MSRP $38,465 | Up to 20 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined MPG (RWD)

Explorer® Active: Starting MSRP $40,160 | Up to 20 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined MPG (RWD)

Explorer® ST-Line: Starting MSRP $46,715 | Up to 20 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined MPG (RWD)

Explorer® Tremor®: Starting MSRP $50,025 | Up to 19 city / 23 hwy / 21 combined MPG (4WD, 2.3L)

Explorer® Platinum™: Starting MSRP $52,525 | Up to 20 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined MPG (RWD)

Explorer® ST: Starting MSRP $56,465 | Up to 18 city / 25 hwy / 21 combined MPG (RWD, 3.0L V6)

2026 Ford Explorer® Exterior Colors

The 2026 Ford Explorer® is available in seven exterior colors. Three are shown below. Standard colors include Space White Metallic, Carbonized Gray Metallic, and Agate Black Metallic. Extra-cost options include Star White Metallic Tri-coat, Vapor Blue Metallic, Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, and Marsh Gray. Color availability varies by trim. Stop by AutoNation Ford Westlake to see what's currently on the lot.

Interior, Technology & Safety Features

Every 2026 Explorer® comes standard with a 13.2-inch touchscreen running the Ford Digital Experience, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ across all trims. For families in Westlake, Bay Village, and North Olmsted who split time between school runs, weekend towing, and a daily commute, the Explorer®'s cargo flexibility - up to 85.8 cubic feet with the seats folded - and available Intelligent 4WD cover a lot of ground.

Standard Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control
Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane-Keeping System, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering come standard on every 2026 Explorer®. The system can brake automatically when it detects a potential collision and keeps you centered in your lane during heavy traffic - useful on I-90 in lake-effect conditions.

Standard BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage
BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) alerts you to vehicles in your blind spot while driving or changing lanes. Cross-Traffic Alert monitors traffic behind you when backing up. When towing, Trailer Coverage extends that awareness to the full length of your trailer - standard on all Explorer® trims.

Available Ford BlueCruise Hands-Free Highway Driving with Automatic Lane Change
On pre-mapped divided highways, BlueCruise allows hands-free driving while a driver-facing camera confirms your eyes remain on the road. New for 2026, the Automatic Lane Change feature can detect slower traffic ahead and execute a pass on its own. Standard on Platinum™ and ST; available on ST-Line and Tremor® trims.

Available B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®
Two available B&O® packages: a 10-speaker setup on ST-Line, Tremor®, and ST, or a 980-watt 14-speaker system on the Platinum™. Both include a subwoofer and an available Sound Stage fabric acoustic bar.

Standard Ford Digital Experience with 13.2-inch Touchscreen
The Ford Digital Experience runs on a 13.2-inch center touchscreen across all trims. Download apps from Google Play™, use your phone as a key, and personalize driver profiles. The available Ford Connectivity Package adds in-vehicle Wi-Fi® for up to 10 devices and Google Maps with real-time traffic.

Does the 2026 Ford Explorer® handle Northeast Ohio winters well?

Available Intelligent 4WD pairs with a Terrain Management System that includes a Slippery drive mode for snow and ice. The Tremor® comes with Intelligent 4WD standard and adds all-terrain tires and 8.7 inches of ground clearance. Heated front seats are standard on the Active trim and above, and the Platinum™ adds heated second-row seats as well.

What engines are available on the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

The standard 2.3L EcoBoost® four-cylinder produces 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque and is standard on five of six trims. The available 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 generates 385 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque; it is standard on the ST and available on the Tremor®. Both pair with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

How many passengers does the 2026 Ford Explorer® seat?

Most trims seat up to seven passengers across three rows. Second-row captain's chairs (six-passenger) are standard on the Active and Tremor®, with a second-row bench seat available on most trims. The Platinum™ and ST include PowerFold® third-row seats for hands-free cargo access.

What is the cargo space in the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

The 2026 Explorer® provides 16.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 46 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 85.8 cubic feet with all rear seats folded. The Platinum™ and ST include PowerFold® third-row seats for quick, flat cargo floor access.

Does the 2026 Ford Explorer® have all-wheel drive?

Rear-wheel drive is standard on most trims. Intelligent 4WD is available as a $2,000 option on Active 100A, Active, ST-Line, Platinum™, and ST. The Tremor® comes with Intelligent 4WD standard. Six Terrain Management modes include Normal, Slippery, Sport, Tow/Haul, and Trail or Off-Road on equipped models.

What safety features come standard on the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

Every trim includes Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+: Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage, Lane-Keeping System, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering. ST-Line and above add a standard 360-Degree Camera.

What is the starting price of the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

The 2026 Explorer® starts at $38,465 MSRP for the Active 100A with rear-wheel drive (destination included). Six trims run through the ST at $56,465. Visit AutoNation Ford Westlake in Westlake for current pricing and in-stock inventory.

What is the towing capacity of the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

Every trim includes a standard Class III Trailer Tow Package enabling up to 5,000 lbs of towing when properly equipped. The package includes a Class III hitch receiver, a seven-wire harness, and four-pin and seven-pin trailer connectors, with standard Side-Wind Stabilization and Trailer Sway Control.

What is the new Tremor® trim on the 2026 Ford Explorer®?

New for 2026, the Tremor® adds off-road-tuned suspension with approximately one inch of extra ride height, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, steel underbody skid plates, all-terrain tires, a standard Torsen® limited-slip rear axle, off-road auxiliary lights, and accent-color tow hooks. Intelligent 4WD is standard and the 3.0L V6 is available.

Does the 2026 Ford Explorer® have hands-free driving?

Yes. Ford BlueCruise with the new 2026 Automatic Lane Change feature is standard on Platinum™ and ST and available on ST-Line and Tremor®. The system operates on pre-mapped divided highways, including I-90 through the greater Cleveland metro.

Find Your 2026 Ford Explorer® at AutoNation Ford Westlake

From the daily I-90 commute to weekend runs around the west side, the 2026 Explorer® is built for the way Westlake families actually drive. Six trims, seating for up to seven, and available Intelligent 4WD make it a practical choice year-round. Stop by AutoNation Ford Westlake and the team will walk you through every option.