If you're interested in the 2026 Ford Explorer but want to know more about it before you start looking for your own, you're in the right place. Finding weaknesses is no easy chore when you're looking at this CUV. To find out what the Explorer has in store, check out our full model overview.
A Closer Look at the 2026 Ford Explorer
Performance
CUV drivers demand a polished on-road experience, and so that's what the new Explorer supplies. There's a lot to admire about the Explorer, but perhaps nothing more than the estimated 20 mpg city / 29 mpg highway with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway with all-wheel drive (AWD). Driving this model means enjoying superior stability and the option for enhanced traction from all-wheel drive. Learn more about what the Explorer has to offer performance-wise here:
- 5,000 lbs of towing capacity
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
- Adaptive Cruise Control
Technology
The first goal that automakers have for technology in new vehicles is preserving the safety of passengers. Ford offers available features and safety systems designed to help you avoid accidents and to protect you and passengers from harm. On top of safety technology, this vehicle also comes with options for enhanced infotainment and multimedia integration. The Explorer also offers the following:
- Lane-Keeping System
- Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (ITPMS)
- AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™
Design
The appeal of a CUV is that it packs a ton of value into a modest frame, which can certainly be said of the new Explorer. The only problem you'll find with the 86 cu ft of cargo volume in the Explorer is deciding on what to do with all the space. Nothing hauls people and things like the new 2026 Ford Explorer — and nothing looks better while doing it. For more information on standard and available design features, see this list:
- LED Headlamps
- Available Ambient Lighting
- Panoramic Fixed-Glass Roof with Power Sunshade
Learn More About the Explorer in Rochelle, IL
The Explorer can be experienced in all its glory at Prescott Brothers Ford of Rochelle. We feature this CUV and many more in our inventory of new Ford cars for sale in Rochelle, IL. Browse our Ford specials, and schedule a test drive today.
*MSRP: Starting price represents the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the trim. The MSRP does not include destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual prices are set by the dealer and may vary. Photo is for marketing and example purposes only. Photo may not reflect starting MSRP or trim level.\n**EPA-estimated MPG for City/Highway for 2026 Ford Explorer . Actual mileage will vary. Displayed MPG is based on applicable EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.