2026 Ford Explorer
For the ones who see every detour as a scenic route.
Leasing at Active 100A model*7
$394/mo
Towing Capacity79
5,000 lbs
Max. Avail. Horsepower68
400 hp
Earth’s First Hybrid SUV
The first of its kind. Escape® SUV has been hybrid since 2005.
Eye-Catching Design
Add distinctive, instantly recognizable style with the available LED light bar, power liftgate, and panoramic Vista Roof® with power shade
Adaptable Interiors
With a sliding second row, tons of cargo space,* and loads of legroom, the 2026 Escape® SUV can keep up with any day that comes your way.
Four Powertrains
The 2026 Escape® SUV has four available options — plug-in hybrid,hybrid, 1.5L EcoBoost®, and 2.0L EcoBoost.
Models
Find an Explorer That Fits
6 Models Available
Explorer® Active 100A
Starting at $38,4651
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Selectable drive modes
- Class III Trailer Tow Package
Explorer® Active
Starting at $40,5851
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated front-row seats
- Power liftgate
Explorer® ST-Line
Starting at $45,1551
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- 360-Degree Camera
- Unique durable cloth-trimmed seats with red stitching
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer
Explorer® Tremor®
Starting at $48,4651
- Available 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
- Torsen® limited-slip rear axle
- Off-road tuned suspension with increased ride height
- Underbody protection — front and rear deflector plates
Explorer® Platinum™
Starting at $50,9651
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped (1-year + 90-day plan included)127
- Heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts
- Available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade
Explorer® ST
Starting at $54,9051
- 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped127
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Performance brakes with red-painted brake calipers
Explorer® Active 100A
Starting at $38,4651
- Tri-zone electronic automatic temperature control
- 10 beverage holders
- Rotary gear shift dial
- Three 12V power outlets and six USB ports
Explorer® Active
Starting at $40,5851
- Active noise cancellation
- Heated front-row seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Ten-way power driver's seat
Explorer® ST-Line
Starting at $45,1551
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Heated front-row seats
- Available heated second-row seats
Explorer® Tremor®
Starting at $48,4651
- 8-way poB&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer
- Heated front- and second-row seats
- Stitched Tremor logo on front- and second-row seats
- Front- and second-row floor liners
Explorer® Platinum™
Starting at $50,9651
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 14 speakers including subwoofer
- Heated front- and second-row seats
- Available leather-trimmed seats
- Ambient Lighting
Explorer® ST
Starting at $54,9051
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer
- Heated and ventilated front-row seats
- Red accent stitching
- Ambient Lighting
Explorer® Active 100A
Starting at $38,4651
- 8" Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Black mesh grille with chrome bars
- All-season tires
- LED headlamps and taillamps
Explorer® Active
Starting at $40,5851
- Active badging
- Power liftgate
- Black roof-rack side rails
- Chrome lower bodyside accents
Explorer® ST-Line
Starting at $45,1551
- 20" Ebony-painted machined aluminum wheels
- Black exterior accents
- Explorer hood badging
Explorer® Tremor®
Starting at $48,4651
- 18" Ebony Black-painted aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires
- Accent-color tow hooks
- Tremor badging and grille
- Off-road auxiliary lights
Explorer® Platinum™
Starting at $50,9651
- 20" Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels
- Available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade
- Satin aluminum accents
- Adaptive headlamps
Explorer® ST
Starting at $54,9051
- 21" Magnetite-painted aluminum wheels
- Performance brakes with red-painted brake calipers
- Explorer hood badging
- Quad-tipped exhaust
Explorer® Active 100A
Starting at $38,4651
- SFord Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capability
- 13.2" center display
- Ford Digital Experience
Explorer® Active
Starting at $40,5851
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- 13.2" center display
- Ford Digital Experience
Explorer® ST-Line
Starting at $45,1551
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 with 360-Degree Camera
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- 13.2" center display
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving optional
Explorer® Tremor®
Starting at $48,4651
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 with 360-Degree Camera
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- 13.2" center display
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving optional
Escape® ST-Line Elite
Starting at $38,9351
- SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control
- Connected Navigation with 1 year included
Escape® Platinum™
Starting at $37,9401
- SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control
- Connected Navigation with 1 year included
Exterior
Effortlessly Cool
Quiet Style Worth Shouting About
Classic design, modern features, and reasonable pricing. This SUV is dressed to impress.
Headlights That Earn the Spotlight
Classic design, modern features, and reasonable pricing. This SUV is dressed to impress.
Open Sesame
You’ve got the power with this available power liftgate
Form. Function. Finesse.
Down-to-Earth Design
When you combine divine style with real-life practicality, you get the 2026 Escape® SUV.
LED Light Bar
Experience flashy recognition with the distinctive available LED light bar.
Power Liftgate
Just press a button on the available power liftgate, the key fob, or inside. Up goes the rear hatch. Access up to 65.4 cu ft of available cargo storage behind the first row.*
Extra-Mile Style
The Thrill of the ST-Line Series
Sporty and sophisticated, the ST-Line series balances style, comfort, and performance.
- All-Ebony interior
- Distinctive red stitching
- Black mesh grille
- Sport contour bucket seats
The Refinement of the Escape® Platinum™ Model
Looking for something a bit more premium? Marvel at some of these enhancements:
- Chrome beltline molding
- LED fog lamps
- 19" Ebony-painted machined-face aluminum wheels
- Unique panel accents
- Heated steering wheel
Interior
Home Away From Home
Whether you’re taking a break or breaking away from routine, the 2026 Escape® SUV is your mobile comfort zone.
Cargo for Those Who Go, Go, Go
With up to 65.4 cu-ft of available space behind the first row,* you can bring almost anything you need to live life on the move.
Personalized Space
Make it your own. Slide the 60/40 split-fold second-row seats back for up to 5.9 extra inches.
Every Day Is Sun Day
The panoramic Vista Roof® with Power Shade tilts and slides all the way back, so you can get a daily dose of vitamin D.
Interior
Vibes You Want — Versatility You Need
Room to Roam
Stretch out or pack up. The 2026 Escape® SUV adapts to the changing needs of your life.
Available 13.2" Center Display
Get available Connected Navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ compatibility,161 and Ford Assistant on the big screen thanks to SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition. 27
ST-Line Sport Contour Bucket Seats
The best seat in the house might be parked outside. These available seats combine comfort, style, and performance.
Rotary Gear Shift Dial
Easy to use. Out of the way. This minimalist shifter leaves you more valuable console space.
Rev Up Your Routine
Pick Your Powertrain
Combine gas and electric forces in the available hybrid powertrain with 192 total system horsepower. 69 Regenerative braking helps charge the battery without plugging in, and fuel is there when you need it.
The available plug-in hybrid powertrain has 210 total system horsepower, 69 great acceleration, and a maximum EPA-estimated all-electric range of 37 miles.* It comes with a mobile cord to power up with a regular 120V outlet, or it can run like a regular hybrid if you don’t feel like plugging in.
Choose the 1.5L engine with 180 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM,68 or the available 2.0L EcoBoost engine with 250 horsepower @ 5,500 RPM,68 and tap into towing options.
Technology
Techno-Logical
Features that just make sense.
Get the goods at a glance. The available 13.2" center display has SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition. 27 You can also see outside your SUV when moving under 6 MPH with an available 360-Degree Camera.
Use the wireless charging pad* or plug into the USB ports. You can also access some of your favorite apps wirelessly with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility.
Ford Co-Pilot360® Technology* has features like available Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering Assist, and BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert.
Technology
Leave Limits Behind
SYNC® 4
Available 13.2" Center Display
Get wireless Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ compatibility161 as well as Alexa Built-in on the big screen with SYNC® 4.27
Available Connected Navigation
Get weather, gas or charging stations, parking information, Yelp reviews, traffic data, and hazard info.*
Ford Co-Pilot360® Technology Highlights
Feature availability varies by model and trim.
Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering
Mind the gap effortlessly. This available feature uses a camera and radar technology to maintain a set distance from the vehicle ahead, even stopping completely if necessary.* It can also scan road lines and help keep your vehicle center in its lane.
BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System)
This feature can help detect and alert you to vehicles in your blind spots. It can also detect traffic behind you when you're slowly backing out of a parking spot or driveway. 10
FordPass® App
Parked Vehicle Locator
Dude, where’s your car? Don’t worry. Even in the biggest, busiest lots, the FordPass app keeps track of where you left your Escape® SUV.
Vehicle Status Check
Find important information fast. Check your fuel/charge levels, Vehicle Health Alerts, and even schedule service at participating dealers.
4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot
Enjoy an available 4G LTE in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot9 powered by AT&T. Connect up to 10 devices up to 50 feet outside the vehicle.*
Price does not include Infrastructure Maintenance Fee of $500, SCDMV tag and title fees, or Dealer closing fee of $499.00