2026 Ford Explorer Platinum SUV EcoBoost I-4

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    The overview

    Exterior Color
    Agate Black Metallic
    Interior Color
    Salt Crystal/Onyx
    Fuel Economy
    20/27 MPG City/Hwy
    Transmission
    10-Speed Automatic
    Drivetrain
    4WD
    Engine
    2.3L EcoBoost I-4
    VIN
    1FMUK8HH0TGC20959
    Stock Number
    F26043
      $57,945MSRP
      $52,662Princeton Price**
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      A closer look at what’s included

      Included Options
      • Navigation System
      • 14 Speakers
      • AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
      • Radio data system
      • Radio: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD
      • Air Conditioning
      • Automatic temperature control
      • Front dual zone A/C
      • Rear air conditioning
      • Rear window defroster
      • Memory seat
      • Power driver seat
      • Power steering
      • Power windows
      • Remote keyless entry
      • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
      • Four wheel independent suspension
      • Speed-sensing steering
      • Traction control
      • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
      • ABS brakes
      • Dual front impact airbags
      • Dual front side impact airbags
      • Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
      • Front anti-roll bar
      • Knee airbag
      • Low tire pressure warning
      • Occupant sensing airbag
      • Overhead airbag
      • Rear anti-roll bar
      • Power Liftgate
      • Brake assist
      • Electronic Stability Control
      • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
      • Auto High-beam Headlights
      • Delay-off headlights
      • Front fog lights
      • Fully automatic headlights
      • Panic alarm
      • Security system
      • Speed control
      • Auto-dimming door mirrors
      • Bumpers: body-color
      • Heated door mirrors
      • Power door mirrors
      • Spoiler
      • Turn signal indicator mirrors
      • ActiveX Trimmed Captain's Chairs
      • Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
      • Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
      • Compass
      • Driver door bin
      • Driver vanity mirror
      • Front reading lights
      • Garage door transmitter
      • Heated steering wheel
      • Illuminated entry
      • Leather steering wheel
      • Outside temperature display
      • Overhead console
      • Passenger vanity mirror
      • Rear reading lights
      • Tachometer
      • Telescoping steering wheel
      • Tilt steering wheel
      • Trip computer
      • 3rd row seats: bench
      • Front Bucket Seats
      • Front Center Armrest
      • Heated front seats
      • Heated rear seats
      • Power passenger seat
      • Split folding rear seat
      • Ventilated front seats
      • Passenger door bin
      • Alloy wheels
      • Wheels: 20" Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum
      • Rain sensing wipers
      • Rear window wiper
      • Speed-Sensitive Wipers
      • Variably intermittent wipers
      • 3YR/36,000 BUMPER / BUMPER
      • 5YR/60,000 POWERTRAIN
      • 5YR/60,000 ROADSIDE ASSIST
      • CLASS III TRAILER TOW PKG
      • EASY FUEL CAPLESS FILLER
      • FRT/RR SKID PLATE ELEMENTS
      • GRILLE - UNIQUE SATIN
      • HEADLAMPS - ADAPTIVE LED
      • LED SIGNATURE LIGHTING
      • MIRRORS-PWR/HTD/AUTO-FOLD SIG/APRCH LAMP/MEM/AUTODIM
      • PRIVACY GLASS - REAR DOORS
      • ROOF-RACK SIDE RAILS-SATIN
      • SATIN CHROME ACCENTS
      • TAILLAMPS/FOG LAMPS - LED
      • TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
      • WIPERS - RAIN-SENSING
      • 13.2" LCD TOUCHSCREEN
      • 360-DEGREE CAMERA
      • 5G MODEM
      • B&O SOUND SYSTEM, 14 SPKR
      • FORD CO-PILOT360ACTIVE2.0
      • FORD DIGITAL EXPERIENCE W/GOOGLE MAPS & PLAY STORE
      • HILL START ASSIST
      • KEYLESS ENTRY W/PUSH START
      • REMOTE START SYSTEM
      • SELECTABLE DRIVE MODES
      • SIRIUSXM W/360L- NA AK&HI
      • WI-FI HOTSPOT
      • WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO
      • "EXPLORER" FRNT FLOOR MATS
      • 110V/150W AC POWER OUTLET
      • 12.3" LCD DIGITAL CLUSTER
      • 2ND ROW HEATED SEATS
      • AMBIENT LIGHTING
      • AUTO-DIM REARVIEW MIRROR
      • HTD LTH WRAPPED STEER WHL W/LOGO, MOUNTED CONTROLS AND TILT/TELE STR COLUMN
      • HTD/VENTILATED FRT SEATS
      • MULTICONTOUR FRONT SEATS W/ ACTIVE MOTION
      • POWERFOLD 3RD ROW SEAT
      • UNIVSL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
      • USB-C - ALL ROWS
      • ADVANCETRAC WITH RSC
      • AIRBAG - DRIVER KNEE
      • AIRBAGS - DUAL STAGE FRONT
      • AIRBAGS - FRONT SEAT MOUNTED SIDE IMPACT
      • AIRBAGS - SAFETY CANOPY
      • INDIV TIRE PRESS MONIT SYS
      • LATCH CHILD SAFETY SYSTEM
      • PERIMETER ALARM
      • PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM
      • SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYS
      • Drive: 4WD
      • Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
      • ExteriorColor: Agate Black Metallic
      • InteriorColor: Salt Crystal Gray
      • RapidSpec: Platinum™ (600A)
      • SeatType: Leather Seating Surfaces with Micro-Perforated Inserts
      • SpecialPackage: BlueCruise (Equipment + 1 Year + 90-Day Plan)
      • SpecialPackage: BlueCruise Hardware
      • SpecialPackage: Class III Trailer Tow Package
      • SpecialPackage: Discount – 4WD Platinum™ with Lux Leather Package and BlueCruise (One-Time Purchase)
      • SpecialPackage: Ford Connectivity Package (1-year Included)
      • SpecialPackage: Ford Connectivity Package (One-time purchase − 7 years)
      • SpecialPackage: Lux Leather Package
      • SpecialPackage: Premium Package
      • Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
      • WheelMaterial: 21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets
      • WheelSize: 21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets
      The 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum in stunning Black delivers refined capability with genuine presence on the road, offering you a three-row SUV that balances performance with thoughtful comfort for every journey.

      - Lux Leather Package with quilting and stitching on seats and door panels
      - 21" Bright Machined Aluminum wheels with tarnish dark pockets
      - Ford Connectivity Pack with 5G capability and unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot (7-year, one-time purchase)
      - B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD radio and 14 speakers
      - SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio
      - Navigation System with real-time information
      - Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
      - Heated and ventilated front seats with memory function
      - Heated rear seats for passenger comfort
      - Heated steering wheel
      - Auto-dimming rear-view mirror and door mirrors
      - ActiveX Trimmed Captain's Chairs in the front row
      - Power liftgate for convenient cargo access
      - Three rows of seating with split-folding rear capability

      This Platinum trim reflects Ford's commitment to quality materials and thoughtful engineering. The 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission delivers capable performance while achieving 20 city and 27 highway MPG. The 4WD system provides confident handling across varied driving conditions, and the four-wheel independent suspension absorbs road imperfections with composure.

      Your driving experience benefits from a comprehensive suite of convenience features. The power-adjustable driver and passenger seats include both heating and ventilation, while the telescoping and tilt steering wheel adjusts to your preferred position. Automatic climate control with front and rear zones ensures all passengers remain comfortable, and dual-zone front air conditioning allows independent temperature preferences.

      Safety forms the foundation of this Explorer's design. The system includes dual front impact airbags, front side impact airbags, knee airbags, and overhead airbags across the cabin. Electronic stability control, traction control, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, and a low tire pressure warning system work together to help you maintain control. The exterior parking camera provides visibility when reversing, while the emergency communication system with 911 Assist offers additional peace of mind.

      The technology integration keeps you seamlessly connected. The Ford Connectivity Pack provides 5G connectivity for the Ford Digital Experience with unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot capabilityâ€"a one-time purchase that remains active for seven years on this vehicle. Navigation guides you efficiently, while the B&O premium audio system with HD radio and SiriusXM ensures quality entertainment throughout your drives.

      The Platinum's design details signal its elevated status. The 21" Bright Machined Aluminum wheels with tarnish dark pockets enhance the Black exterior, while Platinum badges on the front row seats identify your trim level. Body-color bumpers, a rear spoiler, and turn signal indicator mirrors contribute to cohesive exterior styling.

      Visit our showroom to evaluate this 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum and discover how its combination of refined materials, advanced connectivity, capable engineering, and genuine comfort aligns with your driving preferences.

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      Optional add-on protection

      • GAP Protection
      • Lifetime Powertrain
      • Tires and Wheels
      • Paint Protection

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      KBB.com Consumer Reviews

      Kelley Blue Book Logo3.6out of 5 overall
      • 5.0

        Seats and performance

        by Chan78 on 6/30/2026 6:16:53 PM

        I love the suv its fantastic to drive only issue I have is the wind noise in the driver seat but I'd sleep in it every night the seats are comfortable.
      • 5.0

        Explorer

        by Rudy on 5/28/2026 6:10:36 PM

        So far so good - smooth ride - plenty of power for a 2.3 liter 4 cyl which coming from someone who drove a 5.0 V8 for 20 yrs- much better on gas
      • 4.0

        Served our family well!

        by Beth on 2/19/2026 11:46:55 PM

        Trading my car in next week, I am gonna miss my Explorer. It’s been a good family car. Draw backs: the screen is glitchy at times. Some electronics malfunctioned and I won’t lie, they can be costly to fix. Comfortable, spacious. I never had any mechanical problems with the car, but I did take very good care of it at well. I maintained all recommended services and any replacements were all genuine Ford parts. I hope whoever buys our car, loves it as much as we did.