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Q: What is the towing capacity for the 2026 Ford Explorer?

5,000 lbs. All Explorer ® models come standard with the Class III Tow Package, which enables this max towing capacity. 79 Towing by Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost ® I-4 engine — 5,000 lbs 79 3.0L EcoBoost ® V6 engine — 5,000 lbs 79 Towing Package Details: The Class III Tow Package, standard on all Explorer models, includes a Class III hitch receiver, a seven-wire harness, and four- and seven-pin trailer connectors.

Q: What is the seating 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 ST-Line, while some models are available with a second-row bench seat (standard on ST-Line) that adds capacity for one additional passenger. Detailed Seating Options: 6 Passenger: Second-row captain’s chairs, standard on all models except ST-Line. 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 ™ .

Q: 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 — RWD is standard on all models with this engine, and Intelligent 4WD is available on all models. 3.0L EcoBoost ® V6 engine — Intelligent 4WD is standard on Tremor ® model and available on ST model. Terrain Management System ™ : Explorer SUVs include up to six available drive modes to choose from.

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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.

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With 5,000 lbs of towing capacity, it’s easy to tow the fun behind your Explorer.⁷⁹

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

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

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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.

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Enjoy the Journey

Go together, wherever Explorer takes you. Available seating for up to seven passengers and an available 85.8 cu ft of cargo space mean you can bring along just about everyone and everything you need.²⁰

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Ford Co-Pilot360^® technologies are focused on helping you feel more confident behind the wheel.¹⁰

Enjoy streaming, games, even karaoke while parked.²⁴ Take a call from work. Connect devices to Wi-Fi^®. And more.

Enhance your driving experience with curated content and next-level personalization.²³

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Eyes on. Hands Off.

BlueCruise is a hands-free highway driving assistance feature that helps you accelerate, brake, and steer your vehicle so you can relax while you keep your eyes on the road.¹²⁷

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A 2026 Ford Explorer® Active 100A SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 69.6"

A 2026 Ford Explorer® Active SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 69.6"

A 2026 Ford Explorer® ST-Line SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 69.6"

A 2026 Ford Explorer® Tremor® SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 69.6"

A 2026 Ford Explorer® ST SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 69.8"

A 2026 Ford Explorer® Platinum™ SUV with a length of 198.7", a width of 78.9", and a height of 70.2"

Engine Type: 2.3L EcoBoost^® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology^*
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Available Intelligent 4WD
Minimum Running Ground Clearance: 7.6"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 7
Cargo Volume: 85.8 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
Wheels: 18" Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum

Engine Type: 2.3L EcoBoost^® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology^*
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Available Intelligent 4WD
Minimum Running Ground Clearance: 7.6"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 7
Cargo Volume: 85.8 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
Wheels: 18" Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum
Available 20" Carbonized Gray-painted aluminum
Available 20" Luster Nickel-painted aluminum

Engine Type: 2.3L EcoBoost^® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology^*
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Available Intelligent 4WD
Minimum Running Ground Clearance: 7.6"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 7
Cargo Volume: 85.8 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
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: 8.7"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 6
Cargo Volume: 85.3 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
Wheels: 18" High Gloss Ebony Black-painted aluminum with Tremor Orange accents

Engine Type: 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged EcoBoost^® V6 with Auto Start-Stop Technology^*
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Available Intelligent 4WD
Minimum Running Ground Clearance: 7.8"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 7
Cargo Volume: 85.3 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
Wheels: 21" Magnetite-painted aluminum

Engine Type: 2.3L EcoBoost^® I-4 with Auto Stop-Start Technology^*
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Available Intelligent 4WD
Minimum Running Ground Clearance: 8.3"
Maximum Seating Capacity (Occupants): 7
Cargo Volume: 85.3 cu ft²⁰
Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
Wheels: 20" Luster Nickel-painted aluminum
Available 21" Bright Machined aluminum with Tarnish Dark pockets

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What is the towing capacity for the 2026 Ford Explorer?

5,000 lbs. All Explorer^® models come standard with the Class III Tow Package, which enables this max towing capacity.⁷⁹

Towing by Engine:
2.3L EcoBoost^® I-4 engine — 5,000 lbs⁷⁹
3.0L EcoBoost^® V6 engine — 5,000 lbs⁷⁹

Towing Package Details:
The Class III Tow Package, standard on all Explorer models, includes a Class III hitch receiver, a seven-wire harness, and four- and seven-pin trailer connectors.

What are the dimensions of the 2026 Ford Explorer?

Exterior:

Length: 198.7 inches

Width: 89.3 inches (with mirrors) or 78.9 inches (without mirrors)

Height: 69.6 inches (Active 100A, Active, and ST-Line), 69.8 inches (ST), 70.2 inches (Platinum^™), 70.8 inches (Tremor^®)
Wheelbase: 119.1 inches

Interior:

Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 40.7 inches (38.9 on Platinum) / 40.5 inches (38.2 on Platinum) / 38.9 inches
Leg room (Front/Middle/Rear): 42.9 inches (43 inches on Active 100A and Active) / 37 inches (37.5 inches on Active 100A and Active) / 31.8 inches
Passenger Volume: 150.3 cubic feet (Active 100A, Active, and ST-Line), 149.5 cubic feet (ST, Tremor), 143.8 (Platinum)
Cargo Capacity (behind third-row seats, with all seats in place): 16.3 cubic feet²⁰

Maximum Cargo Capacity: 85.8 cubic feet (Active 100A, Active, and ST-Line), 85.3 cubic feet (all other models)²⁰

What is the seating 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 ST-Line, while some models are available with a second-row bench seat (standard on ST-Line) that adds capacity for one additional passenger.

Detailed Seating Options:
6 Passenger: Second-row captain’s chairs, standard on all models except ST-Line.
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^™.

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 — RWD is standard on all models with this engine, and Intelligent 4WD is available on all models.
3.0L EcoBoost^® V6 engine — Intelligent 4WD is standard on Tremor^® model and available on ST model.

Terrain Management System^™: Explorer SUVs include up to 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 Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving, the system now includes an Automatic Lane Change feature help you spend more time hands-free.¹²⁷

Exterior Dimensions
	(in.)
Wheelbase	119.1
Length	198.7
Height	69.6	69.8 (ST); 70.2 (Platinum); 70.8 (Tremor)
Width - Excluding Mirrors	78.9
Width - Including Mirrors	89.3
Width - Mirrors Folded	82.7
Front Track	66.9	66.7 (ST); 66.8 (Tremor)
Rear Track	66.9	66.7 (ST & Tremor); 66.8 (Platinum)
Front Overhang	33.6
Rear Overhang	46
Approach Angle (degrees)	19.7	20.7 (Platinum); 24.1 (Tremor)
Departure Angle (degrees)	21.5	20.8 (ST); 21.5 (Platinum); 23.7 (Tremor)
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	16.5	16.8 (ST); 17.8 (Platinum); 18.7 (Tremor)
Minimum Running Ground Clearance	7.6	7.8 (ST); 8.3 (Platinum); 8.7 (Tremor)

Interior Dimensions
	(in.)
Head Room - First Row	40.7	38.9 (Platinum)
Head Room - Second Row	40.5	38.2 (Platinum)
Head Room - Third Row	38.9
Maximum Leg Room - First Row	43	42.9 (ST, Platinum, Tremor)
Leg Room - Second Row	37.5	37.0 (ST, Platinum, Tremor)
Leg Room - Third Row	31.8
Hip Room - First Row	59.2
Hip Room - Second Row	59.1
Hip Room - Third Row	40.9
Shoulder Room - First Row	62.1
Shoulder Room - Second Row	61.9
Shoulder Room - Third Row	54.6

Capacities
	(cu. ft. - unless otherwise noted)
Maximum Seating Capacity (occupants)	7
Passenger Volume	150.3	149.5 (ST, Tremor); 143.8 (Platinum)
Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row	16.3
Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row	46
Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row	85.8	85.3 (ST, Platinum, Tremor)
Fuel capacity	2.3L EcoBoost® - 18.6 U.S. gal
	V6 EcoBoost® - 20.2 U.S. gal
Base Curb Weight	4,312 lbs. (2.3L, 2WD)

Engine Specifications
	2.3L EcoBoost® I-4	3.0L EcoBoost® V6
Drive type	Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive	Rear-wheel drive with available intelligent four-wheel drive
Engine type	2.3L Turbocharged, Direct Injection Ti-VCT EcoBoost® I-4	3.0L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost® V6
Transmission	10-speed automatic	10-speed automatic (select shift capability available on ST)
Final drive ratio	3.58 Non-Limited-Slip Rear Axle	3.31 Non-Limited Slip Rear Axle
Horsepower (net @ RPM)	300 @ 5,500 rpm*	400 @ 5,500 rpm*
Torque (lb.-ft. @ RPM)	310 @ 3,500 rpm*	415 @ 3,500 rpm*
Compression ratio	10.0:1	9.5:1
Valve lifters	Direct acting mechanical bucket	Direct acting mechanical bucket
Induction System	Turbocharged	Twin Turbocharged
Fuel delivery	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Exhaust	Dual exhaust with chrome tips	Quad chrome exhaust tips
Engine block type	Cast aluminum	Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI)
Cylinder head material	Cast aluminum	Cast aluminum
*Rating achieved using premium fuel

Chassis Specifications
Front suspension	MacPherson strut front suspension with 34 (diameter) x 4.8 (thickness) mm (Hollow Bar)
Front shocks	Gas-pressurized hydraulic
Rear suspension	Multi-link independent rear suspension with 21.7 (diameter) x 3.6 (thickness) mm (Hollow Bar)
Rear shocks	Gas-pressurized hydraulic
Brakes	Power 4-wheel disc with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Steering	Electronic Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS)

Wheels Available
	18" Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum Wheels (standard on Active)
	18" Ebony Black-Painted Aluminum Wheels (standard on Tremor)
	20" Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum Wheels (optional on Active, standard on Platinum)
	20" Carbonized Gray-Painted Aluminum Wheels (optional on Active)
	20" Ebony Machined-Painted Aluminum Wheels (standard on ST-Line)
	21" Magnetite-Painted Aluminum Wheels (optional on ST-Line, standard on ST)
	21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets (optional on Platinum)
	21" Dark Alloy-Painted Machined Aluminum Wheels (optional on Platinum)

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