Specs and Features

2026 Ford Explorer Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2026 Ford Explorer lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Explorer

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MSRP	$44,145	$48,715	$50,025	$54,525	$58,465
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	300 @ 5500 RPM	300 @ 5500 RPM	300 @ 5500 RPM	300 @ 5500 RPM	400 @ 5500 RPM
Seating	7	7	N/A	7	6
Cargo Volume	87.80 cu ft	87.80 cu ft	87.80 cu ft	87.80 cu ft	87.80 cu ft
Dimensions	198.7" L x 89.3" W x 69.6" H	198.7" L x 89.3" W x 69.6" H	N/A	198.7" L x 89.3" W x 70.2" H	198.7" L x 89.3" W x 69.8" H
Engine	4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter	4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter	4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter	4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter	V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	V

Blind-Spot Alert	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Driver Attention Assist Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Parental Control System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Pedestrian Detection System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Side View Cameras	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Surround View Camera	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Cruise Control	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Premium Radio	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard

Torque

310 @ 5500 RPM

415 @ 5500 RPM

Third Row Seat	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available
Folding Rear Seat	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Third Row Seat	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD
Hill Descent Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4303 pounds	4303 pounds	Not Available	4303 pounds	4631 pounds
Fuel Capacity	17.9 gallons	17.9 gallons	17.9 gallons	17.9 gallons	20.2 gallons
Front Head Room	40.7 inches	40.7 inches	40.7 inches	40.7 inches	40.7 inches
Front Leg Room	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	7.6 inches	7.6 inches	Not Available	8.2 inches	7.8 inches
Overall Length	198.7 inches	198.7 inches	198.7 inches	198.7 inches	198.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room	62.1 inches	62.1 inches	62.1 inches	62.1 inches	62.1 inches
Turning Diameter	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet
Wheel Base	119.1 inches	119.1 inches	119.1 inches	119.1 inches	119.1 inches
Width with mirrors	89.3 inches	89.3 inches	89.3 inches	89.3 inches	89.3 inches

FAQs

Is the Ford Explorer a 4 or 6 cylinder?

Depends on the trim level. The 2026 Ford Explorer Active boasts a 4 cylinder engine, ST-Line has a 4 cylinder engine, Tremor is equipped with a 4 cylinder engine, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2026 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Ford Explorer specs page.

Does the 2026 Ford Explorer have a turbo?

Yes, the following 2026 Explorer trims have turbo engines: Active with a 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter, ST-Line with a 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2026 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Ford Explorer specs page.

What features does a 2026 Explorer have?

2026 Ford Explorer features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2026 Explorer trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Ford Explorer specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2026 Explorer have?

The 2026 Explorer ranges in power from the Active with 300 horsepower to the ST with 400 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2026 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Ford Explorer specs page.

Is the Ford Explorer underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2026 Explorer ranges in power from the Active with 300 horsepower to the ST with 400 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2026 Explorer specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Ford Explorer specs page.