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2026 Ford Explorer® Trim Levels in Branson, MO

Spacious, capable, and packed with advanced technology, the 2026 Ford Explorer® is a three-row SUV with something for every driver. With six trims offering everything from daily essentials to off-road capability and premium luxury, you can find an Explorer that fits your lifestyle and budget. See which model includes the features you want with this 2026 Ford Explorer trims guide created by the team at Tri-Lakes Ford.

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What Are the 2026 Ford Explorer Trim Levels?

2026 Ford Explorer Active 100A

2026 Ford Explorer Active 100A

The 2026 Ford Explorer Active 100A comes ready for your daily drive with a capable engine, a spacious three-row interior, and a standard suite of advanced driver assistance features.

MSRP: Starting at $38,465
MPG: Up to 20 city/29 highway
RWD / 4WD

Key Features:
  • 2.3L EcoBoost® I4 engine
    • 300 HP and 310 lb.-ft. of torque
  • Ten-speed automatic transmission
  • Terrain Management System™
  • 18-in. Sparkle Silver aluminum wheels
  • LED headlamps with courtesy delay and Autolamp
  • LED taillamps
  • Heated, power side view mirrors
  • Manual liftgate
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Four-door Intelligent Access
  • Class III Trailer Tow Package
  • Unique cloth seat upholstery
  • Six-way power driver’s seat
  • Four-way manual front passenger’s seat
  • Second-row captain’s seats with E-Z Entry and armrests
  • Third-row 50/50 split-fold bench seat
  • Tri-zone automatic climate control
  • 12.3-in. instrument cluster display
  • Ford Digital Experience with 13.2-in. center display
  • Six speakers
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • 4G/5G modem
  • Six USB ports in first and second rows
  • Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+
    • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centering
    • Auto high-beam headlights
    • BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert, exit warning, and trailer coverage
    • Intersection assist
    • Lane keeping system
    • Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking
    • Rear cross-traffic braking
    • Rearview camera
    • Rear parking sensors
    • Post-collision braking
    • Speed sign recognition
  • SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
  • Perimeter alarm
2026 Ford Explorer Active

2026 Ford Explorer Active

Comfort and convenience features in the 2026 Ford Explorer Active make family road trips and everyday errands more enjoyable.

MSRP: Starting at $40,585
MPG:  Up to 20 city/29 highway
RWD / 4WD

Key Features:
Most Active 100A features, plus:
  • Power liftgate
  • Black with lower chrome lower bodyside cladding
  • Roof rack side rails
  • Security approach lamps on side view mirrors
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat
  • Heated front seats
  • Vinyl-wrapped steering wheel
  • Active noise cancellation
  • Two third-row USB ports
2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line

Sporty exterior styling, red-accented interior details, and an upgraded sound system give the 2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line a performance-inspired look and feel.

MSRP: Starting at $45,155
MPG:  Up to 20 city/29 highway
RWD / 4WD

Key Features:
Most Active features, plus:
  • 20-in. Ebony machined aluminum wheels
  • LED signature lighting
  • Blackout treatment on headlamps and taillamps
  • LED fog lamps
  • Black mesh grille, lower body side cladding, and skid plate elements
  • ActiveX®/cloth seat upholstery with red stitching
  • Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
  • 35/30/35-split second-row bench seat
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Ebony door trim panel with red stitching
  • B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with ten speakers, including subwoofer
  • HD Radio™
  • Remote start system
  • 360-degree camera with split view
  • Front parking sensors
2026 Ford Explorer Tremor®

2026 Ford Explorer Tremor®

Take your weekend trail rides to the next level in the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor®, equipped with off-road hardware, trail-focused suspension, and rugged exterior details.

MSRP: Starting at $48,965
MPG: Up to 19 city/23 highway
4WD

Key Features:
Most Active features, plus:
  • Optional 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
    • 400 HP and 415 lb.-ft. of torque
  • Intelligent 4WD
  • TORSEN® limited-slip differential
  • Off-road-tuned suspension with increased ride height
  • 18-in. high-gloss Ebony Black aluminum wheels with Tremor Orange accents
  • All-terrain tires
  • Unique grille with off-road auxiliary grille lights
  • Steel under-body protection
  • Blackout treatment on headlamps and taillamps
  • LED fog lamps
  • Unique front tow hooks
  • ActiveX seat upholstery with Miko® inserts, accent stitching, and front-seat Tremor logos
  • Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Heated, flat-bottom steering wheel with accent stitching
  • B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with ten speakers, including subwoofer
  • HD Radio
  • 360-degree camera
  • Front parking sensors
2026 Ford Explorer Platinum®

2026 Ford Explorer Platinum®

Premium interior appointments, an upgraded sound system, and hands-free driver assistance technology define the 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum®.

MSRP: Starting at $50,965
MPG: Up to 20 city/29 highway
RWD / 4WD

Key Features:
Most Active features, plus:
  • 20-in. Luster Nickel aluminum wheels
  • LED signature lighting
  • Adaptive headlamps
  • LED fog lamps
  • Power-folding side view mirrors with Autofold, security approach lamps, memory, and driver’s side auto-dimming
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Leather seat upholstery with tri-diamond micro-perforated inserts and accent stitching
  • Eight-way power driver’s seat
  • Six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Multicontour front seats with Active Motion®
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • PowerFold® third-row seats
  • Second-row captain’s seats with E-Z Entry and armrests
  • Leather-covered front console armrest
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Ambient lighting
  • Platinum-branded door-sill scuff plates
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with 14 speakers, including subwoofer
  • HD Radio
  • Universal garage door opener
  • 110V/150W AC power outlet
  • 360-degree camera with split view
  • Front parking sensors
  • BlueCruise hands-free highway driving capability
2026 Ford Explorer ST

2026 Ford Explorer ST

Power and three-row practicality come together in the 2026 Ford Explorer ST, pairing a high-output V6 engine with performance-tuned dynamics and premium interior appointments.

MSRP: Starting at $54,905
MPG: Up to 18 city/25 highway
RWD / 4WD

Key Features:
Most ST-Line features, plus:
  • 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
    • 400 HP and 415 lb.-ft. of torque
  • Sport-tuned suspension
  • 21-in. Magnetite aluminum wheels
  • Red performance brake calipers and performance brakes
  • Quad chrome exhaust tips
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Black skid plate elements
  • Power-folding side view mirrors with Autofold, LED turn signal indicators, ST projection lamps, memory, and driver’s side auto-dimming
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat
  • Six-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Ventilated front seats
  • PowerFold third-row seats
  • Ambient lighting
  • Heated, sport-style flat-bottom steering wheel with ST logo
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • 110V/115W AC power outlet
  • B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with ten speakers, including subwoofer
  • BlueCruise hands-free highway driving capability

2026 Ford Explorer FAQs

What are the 2026 Ford Explorer Packages?
  • Active Comfort Package
  • Cargo Area Management System
  • ST-Line Street Pack
  • Premium Package
  • Tremor Ultimate Package
  • Tremor Convenience Package
  • Lux Leather Package
  • Sun and Sound Package
Does every 2026 Ford Explorer trim come with all-wheel drive?

The Tremor is the only 2026 Ford Explorer trim with standard four-wheel drive (4WD). All other trims come standard with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and offer 4WD.

Learn More About the Ford Explorer

Tri-Lakes Ford in Branson, MO, has more resources to help with your Ford Explorer research. Compare engine specs and towing capacity with our Explorer engines and towing guide, or find a deeper overview of key features with our Explorer model review. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us online or give us a call at (417) 334-7543.


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