2026 Ford Explorer Active - Specs & Features

More about the 2026 Explorer

Starting MSRP

$38,330

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	24 MPG
Drive Type	rear wheel drive
Total Seating	6
Cargo Capacity	18.2 cu.ft.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	United States

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$157/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	20/29 MPG

EPA combined MPG	24 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	358.0/519.1 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	17.9 gal.
CO2 Emissions	6.1 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	2.3 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	300 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable
Direct injection	Standard

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity	5,300 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission	10-speed automatic
Drive type	Rear wheel drive

Incentives

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Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Dimensions

Length	198.8 in.
Overall width with mirrors	89.3 in.
Overall width without mirrors	78.9 in.

Height	69.9 in.
Wheelbase	119.1 in.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	18.2 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	87.8 cu.ft.
Ground clearance	7.9 in.
Angle of approach	21.0 degrees
Angle of departure	22.0 degrees
Maximum towing capacity	5,300 lbs.
Country of final assembly	United States

Colors

Exterior Colors	Carbonized Gray Metallic Agate Black Metallic Star White Metallic Tri-Coat Oxford White (Fleet) Vapor Blue Metallic Space White Metallic
Interior Colors	Space Gray, leatherette Dark Space Gray, leatherette Dark Space Gray, premium cloth

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	40.7 in.
Front leg room	43.0 in.
Front shoulder room	61.8 in.

Front hip room	59.2 in.
Premium cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
6-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	40.5 in.
Rear leg room	39.0 in.
Rear shoulder room	61.9 in.

Rear hip room	59.1 in.
Folding rear seatback	Standard
Reclining rear seats	Standard
Folding center armrest	Standard
Manual folding split-bench third row seats	Standard

Safety

Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system	Standard
Lane keep assist	Standard
Rear cross traffic alert	Standard

Driver attention alert	Standard
Pre-collision safety system	Standard
Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front, rear and third row head airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Front and rear ventilated disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking preparation	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Dusk sensing headlamps	Standard
Auto delay off headlamps	Standard
LED headlamp	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

2025 Ford Explorer

At a Glance:

7 Colors
4 Trims
4 Packages
$39,785starting MSRP

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In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay	Standard

USB connection	Standard
USB with external media control	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Speed sensitive volume control	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
Hands-free entry	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Keyless ignition	Standard
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard

Electric power steering	Standard
Rear view camera	Standard
Rear parking sensors	Standard
Adaptive cruise control	Standard
Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders	Standard
Front and rear door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Manual rear seat easy entry	Standard
Three zone climate control	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Painted alloy wheels	Standard
18 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P255/65R18 tires	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Underbody mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	5 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.

Mechanical Options

Engine Block Heater	+$190

Packages

Active Comfort Package	+$3,145
Ford Connectivity Package	+$745
Equipment Group 200A	+$2,120

Equipment Group 100A	+$0

Safety & Security Options

Daytime Running Lights (Fleet)	+$45
Roadside Assistance Kit	+$80
First Aid Kit	+$60

Interior Options

Cargo Area Management System	+$255
All-Weather Floor Mats w/o Carpet Mats	+$160
All-Weather Floor Mats w/Carpet Mats	+$200

Safe Deposit - Console Vault	+$420
All-Weather Floor Liners - Third Row w/Second Row Bench Seats	+$120
All-Weather Floor Liners - Third Row w/Second Row Captain's Chairs	+$120
Cargo Organizer - Large	+$125
SiriusXM w/360L	+$300

Exterior Options

18" Spare Wheel and Jack Kit	+$400
Wheel Lock Kit	+$90
20" Luster Nickel Painted Aluminum Wheels	+$1,395

Matte Clear Hood Graphics	+$390
20" Carbonized Gray Painted Aluminum Wheels	+$1,395
Roof-Rail Crossbars	+$420
License Plate Bracket	+$0
Side Window Deflectors	+$180
Windshield Sunscreen	+$130
SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad	+$455
Splash Guards	+$230
Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof w/Power Shade	+$1,695

2026 Ford Explorer Active - Specs & Features

Overview

Fuel & MPG

Engine

Towing & Hauling

Drivetrain

Incentives

Suspension

Dimensions

Colors

Front Seat Dimensions

Rear Seat Dimensions

Safety

In-Car Entertainment

Power Feature

Comfort & Convenience

Instrumentation

Tires & Wheels

Warranty

Mechanical Options

Packages

Safety & Security Options

Interior Options

Exterior Options

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