2026 Ford Explorer Exterior Design

Bold styling cues on the 2026 Ford Explorer give the SUV a confident look on the road, while functional features make daily driving easier. Available LED exterior lighting brightens dark roads on early morning trips, and available rain-sensing windshield wipers respond automatically when you encounter the spring storms that roll across southern Missouri. Available 18-, 20-, or 21-inch aluminum wheels, rear privacy glass, and roof rack side rails add a polished appearance with practical benefit. The available Tremor® trim brings adventure-ready hardware to the lineup, including all-terrain tires, and steel under-body protection for trail use.

Available exterior features include:

• All-terrain tires
• 18-, 20-, or 21-in. aluminum wheels
• Black exterior accents
• LED signature lighting, headlamps, fog lamps, and taillamps
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Heated, power-folding side view mirrors with Autofold and driver’s side auto-dimming
• Rear privacy glass
• Roof rack side rails
• Steel under-body protection
• Power liftgate

2026 Ford Explorer  Interior Features

Inside the 2026 Ford Explorer, you will find a cabin built for comfort across all three rows. Available cloth, ActiveX®/cloth, ActiveX/Miko®, or leather seat upholstery lets you choose the look and feel that fits your day. Heated and ventilated front seats with multicontour Active Motion® massage and an available panoramic fixed glass moonroof with power shade make road trips feel relaxed. The available tri-zone automatic climate control keeps passengers comfortable. A heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel and ambient interior lighting round out a cabin meant for everyday use.

Available interior features include:

• Panoramic fixed glass moonroof with power shade
• Cloth, ActiveX/cloth, ActiveX/Miko, or leather seat upholstery
• Ten-way power driver’s seat
• Six-way power front passenger’s seat
• Heated, ventilated, multicontour Active Motion front seats
• Heated second-row outboard seats
• Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Ambient interior lighting
• Remote start system

2026 Ford Explorer Engine Specs & Performance

Two EcoBoost engine options on the 2026 Ford Explorer let you balance daily efficiency with the muscle to tow your boat or trailer. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost turbo inline four-cylinder (I4) engine produces 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, with up to 29 highway MPG for fuel-conscious commutes around Branson. Step up to the available 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 engine for 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, paired with a sport-tuned suspension and performance brakes on the ST trim. Both engines team with a ten-speed automatic transmission and offer rear-wheel drive (RWD) or intelligent four-wheel drive (4WD), with up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity when properly equipped, so you can confidently haul a fishing boat to Table Rock Lake or a camper to the Ozarks.

View the accompanying engine specifications for more details.

2026 Ford Explorer Capacity, Seating & Storage Solutions

Up to seven passengers can ride along in the 2026 Ford Explorer, thanks to the available second-row 35/30/35 split-fold-flat bench seat that pairs with the 50/50-split PowerFold® third-row bench. Choose available second-row captain’s chairs with E-Z Entry and armrests, and the cabin seats six in extra comfort. Behind the third row, you have 16.3 cubic feet of cargo space for daily groceries, sports gear, and luggage, and folding the second and third rows opens up to 85.8 cubic feet of cargo volume for stowing bigger items. View the accompanying interior specifications.

• Seating Capacity: Six or seven
• Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 40.7 / 40.5 / 38.9 in.
• Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 43 / 37.5 / 31.8 in.
• Cargo Volume (Behind First/Second/Third Row): 85.8 / 46 / 16.3 cu.-ft.

2026 Ford Explorer Safety & Driver Assistance

Extended drives feel less tiring with available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving in the 2026 Ford Explorer, which takes the constant steering load off your shoulders when conditions allow. The standard Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ suite covers the rest of your trip with features like adaptive cruise control and lane centering, with BLIS® (blind spot information system) keeping watch when you change lanes. Pulling into a packed lot? An available 360-degree camera with split view shows what is around the SUV before you commit to the spot.

Available safety features include:

• Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop/go and lane centering
  • Auto high beams
  • BLIS 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
• Trailer sway control
• 360-degree camera with split view
• Front parking sensors
• BlueCruise hands-free highway driving capability
• SecuriCode® keyless entry keypad
• SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
• Perimeter alarm

2026 Ford Explorer Technology

Your smartphone pairs with the available 13.2-in. infotainment touchscreen in the 2026 Ford Explorer using wireless Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™, putting playlists, podcasts, and navigation right in front of you. With an available 14-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®, your road-trip playlist makes for a great soundtrack during any drive. USB ports across all three rows, plus an available 110-volt(V)/150-watt(W) AC power outlet, keep devices and gear powered up through extended trips.

Available technology features include:

• 12.3-in. instrument cluster display
• Ford Digital Experience with 13.2-in. infotainment display
• Six-speaker sound system, or a ten- or 14-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Google built-in
• SiriusXM® with 360L capability
• FordPass Connect with Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• Front-, second-, and third-row USB ports
• Three 12V power ports
• 110V/150W AC power outlet
• Wireless charging pad
• Active noise cancellation
• Universal garage door opener

2026 Ford Explorer Available Colors

• Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
• Vapor Blue Metallic
• Agate Black Metallic
• Space White Metallic
• Carbonized Gray Metallic
• Marsh Gray
• Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

2026 Ford Explorer Trim Levels

• Active 100A $40,265*
• Active $42,380*
• ST-Line $46,950*
• Tremor $50,760*
• Platinum™ $52,760*
• ST $56,700*

2026 Ford Explorer for Sale in Branson, MO

Find the 2026 Ford Explorer for sale at Tri-Lakes Ford in Branson, MO. Browse our inventory of new Explorer SUVs and schedule a test drive to choose the trim that best matches your needs. View our lease and finance offers to see what is available before your visit. Contact us online or call (417) 334-7543 with any questions.