2026 Ford Explorer Active Active Carbonized Gray Metallic 10-Speed Automatic 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 4WD
This 2026 Ford Explorer Active in stunning Carbonized Gray Metallic brings together versatility, comfort, and modern technology in a highly capable family SUV. Powered by the responsive 2.3L EcoBoost I4 engine and paired with a 10speed automatic transmission, this 4WD Explorer delivers confident performance on both daily commutes and weekend adventures.
Inside, the Explorer Active offers impressive space and flexibility with a 2ndrow 35/30/35 bench seat with EZ Entry & armrest and a 3rdrow bench, providing comfortable seating for the whole family. Convenience and comfort come standard with automatic temperature control, front dual zone A/C, rear air conditioning, a power driver seat, and thoughtfully placed controls throughout the cabin.
Stay connected and entertained with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, SiriusXM with 360L, and steering wheel mounted audio controls. The Ford Connectivity Package (OneTime Purchase 7 Years) adds long term connected services for added convenience.
Safety and confidence come built In with features such as:
⢠Auto High Beam Headlights
⢠Fully Automatic Headlights
⢠Delay Off Headlights
⢠Exterior Parking Camera Rear
⢠Heated Power Door Mirrors
⢠Remote Keyless Entry
⢠Security System & Panic Alarm
⢠Speed Sensitive Wipers
Stylish alloy wheels complete the exterior, adding to the modern, refined look of this capable SUV.
With three rows of seating, advanced tech, and all weather capability, this 2026 Ford Explorer Active is a smart and versatile choice for families, commuters, and adventurers alike.
2nd Row 35/30/35 Bench with E-Z Entry and Armrest, 3rd row seats: bench, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Auto High-beam Headlights, Automatic temperature control, Delay-off headlights, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Ford Connectivity Package (one-Time Purchase - 7 Years), Front dual zone A/C, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Illuminated entry, Panic alarm, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Rear air conditioning, Remote keyless entry, Security system, Speed control, Speed-Sensitive Wipers, Steering wheel mounted audio controls.
Recent Arrival! 20/27 City/Highway MPG
New 2026 FordExplorer Active
- Exterior Color
- Carbonized Gray
- Interior Color
- Dark Space Gray
- Body/Seating
- SUV/7 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 20/27 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 10 speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- 1FMUK8DH9TGA97281
- Stock Number
- EPL97281
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Speed sensitive wipers
- 3rd row seats
- Split folding rear seat
Included Packages & Accessories
- Unique Cloth Captain's Chairs
- Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- Front and 2nd Rows Floor Liners with Carper Floor Mats
- 2nd Row 35/30/35 Bench with E-Z Entry and Armrest
- 18" Spare Wheel and Jack Kit
- Ford Connectivity Package
- Front License Plate Bracket
- 50 State Emissions System
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Air conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Navigation system
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trunk/hatch auto-latch
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 255/65HR18.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 255/65HR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Primary LCD size: 13.2"
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Basic warranty: 36 months/36,000miles
- Corrosion perforation warranty: 60 months/ unlimited distance
- Powertrain warranty: 60 months/60,000miles
- Roadside assistance coverage: 60 months/60,000miles
- 3rd row seats: bench
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Max seating capacity: 7
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: split-bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Seat Upholstery: cloth
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.3L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 20mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 27mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.9gal.
- Horsepower: 300hp @ 5,500RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
- Transmission: 10 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 20 deg
- Departure angle: 22 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 208mm (8.2")
- Ramp breakover angle: 17 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Hitch Class: III
- Power liftgate
- Rear cargo: power liftgate
- Spoiler
- Trailer hitch
- Trailer sway control
- 3rd row headroom: 988mm (38.9")
- 3rd row hiproom: 1,039mm (40.9")
- 3rd row legroom: 818mm (32.2")
- 3rd row shoulder room: 1,387mm (54.6")
- Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 2,022kg (4,457lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 87.5mm x 94.0mm (3.44" x 3.70")
- Engine displacement: 2.3 L
- Engine torque: 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 2,004mm (78.9")
- Exterior height: 1,783mm (70.2")
- Exterior length: 5,050mm (198.8")
- Front headroom: 1,034mm (40.7")
- Front hiproom: 1,504mm (59.2")
- Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
- Front shoulder room: 1,577mm (62.1")
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 5
- Interior rear cargo volume: 462 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 4,330L (152.9 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 1,029mm (40.5")
- Rear hiproom: 1,501mm (59.1")
- Rear legroom: 991mm (39.0")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,572mm (61.9")
- Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
- Wheelbase: 3,025mm (119.1")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) warning
- Compass
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane-Keeping System active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: Reverse Sensing System rear
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Tachometer
- Traffic sign information
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist mitigation w/left turn assist
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross-Traffic Braking mitigation
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 1.0
Transmission
By Bruce Potter on Monday, February 27, 2023
Transmission broke at 17000 took 3 months to get parts for rebuild, defrost strips coming off rear glass, replaced , fix rear camera twice, cracked catalytic converter left side, be nice car if I could keep it out of shop. So warranty has covered everything. Fun to drive, impressed with performance. - 1.0
Another hacked together vehicle at a high cost
By AGlover on Tuesday, July 05, 2022
Started with paneling popping off at Less than 5k miles, then the window became stuck in the down position, 2 hours at the dealer from them to just get it back up and tell us the post won’t be in for awhile, now the radio isn’t working. Every mechanical malfunction came with Parts that were scorching hot to the touch when trying to troubleshoot. It’s at 11500 miles, owned since March and have regretted it since. - 4.0
3rd Explorer and still happy
By NoHo on Wednesday, September 08, 2021
This is my third Explorer and I still love it. I drive about 25,000 a year with a heavy foot and typically drive my cars to the ground. In 4 months I’ve owned it, I already put 12,000 miles and fortunately zero issues, it’s swerving capabilities are still good, I enjoy the assisted driving, the sound from the speakers are clean and clear. It’s actually pretty quiet.
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