2026 Ford Explorer review
Ford Explorer highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 25 highway, 20 combined
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Ford Explorer an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Explorer 23rd out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Ford Explorer is $556, compared to an average of $494 for Midsize SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Ford Explorer owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Midsize SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 17% for the Ford Explorer, compared to an average of 14% for Midsize SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Ford Explorer features and specs
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Platinum 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bang & Olufsen Audio
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Seat Massagers
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Full Roof Rack
- Leather Seats
- Power Folding Third Row
- Quad Seats
- Running Boards
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.3L
Horsepower
300
Torque (ft-lbs)
310
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
17.9
Wheelbase
119.1"
Overall length
198.8"
Width
78.9"
Height
69.6"
Leg room
F 42.9"/M 38.3"/R 32.2"
Head room
F 38.9"/M 38.2"/R 38.9"
Front tires
P255/55VR20
Rear tires
P255/55VR20
Seating capacity
6
Max towing capacity
500/5000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2026 Ford Explorer FAQ
The 2026 Ford Explorer is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Platinum: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- ST: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- Tremor: 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Active: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- ST-Line: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The Ford Explorer received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford Explorer as 22 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2026 Ford Explorer has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2026 Ford Explorer:
- Tremor
- Seat Massagers
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Traction Control
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