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2026 Ford Explorer Active



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  • $39,880 Sale Price
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  • MSRP: $44,380
  • Savings: $4,500
  • Price $39,880
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Vehicle Information

VIN: 1FMUK8DH5TGC26410
Stock #: FTT2498
Model Code: K8D
  • Body Style 4D Sport Utility
  • Exterior Color Agate Black Metallic
  • Interior Color Gray
  • Fuel Economy
    City/Highway 20/27 MPG
  • Engine 2.3L EcoBoost I-4
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Fuel Type Gas

Highlighted Features

Feature availability subject to final vehicle configuration. Please reference window sticker for more info.

Dealer Comments

The 2026 Ford Explorer Active represents a compelling choice for buyers seeking a three-row SUV that balances capability with everyday practicality. This Black Explorer Active arrives with minimal mileage and is ready to serve as your family's trusted companion for years to come.

- 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine with 10-speed automatic transmission and 4WD capability
- Navigation System with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear for enhanced visibility and safety
- SiriusXM satellite radio with 360L service
- Automatic temperature control with front dual zone air conditioning
- Power driver seat with telescoping and tilt steering wheel
- Split folding rear seat with 3rd row bench seating
- Fully automatic headlights with delay-off feature
- 18" Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum wheels
- Speed-sensing steering with electronic stability control
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- Dual front and side impact airbags plus overhead and knee airbags
- 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and emergency 911 Assist
- Remote keyless entry with security system
- Rear air conditioning and rear window defroster

The Explorer Active delivers fuel efficiency with an estimated 20 city miles per gallon and 27 highway miles per gallon, making it competitive in its class. The 4WD system enhances traction in varied conditions, while the independent suspension works to provide a composed ride whether navigating city streets or venturing further.

Inside, you'll find a practical layout designed for family use. The three-row seating arrangement accommodates up to eight passengers, with the second and third rows offering flexibility through the split folding rear seat configuration. Climate zones allow front passengers to set individual temperature preferences, while rear air conditioning extends comfort to those in back.

Technology and convenience features blend seamlessly throughout the cabin. The navigation system pairs with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to keep you connected and oriented. Steering wheel-mounted audio controls and SiriusXM satellite radio ensure entertainment is always within reach. The power driver seat, telescoping steering wheel, and illuminated entry features enhance daily usability.

Safety has been prioritized with a comprehensive airbag system, electronic stability control, and traction control working together to protect occupants. The rear parking camera provides added confidence when reversing, while low tire pressure warnings keep you informed about vehicle status.

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All Features

  • 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
  • 6 Speakers
  • Bluetooth® Wireless Phone Connectivity
  • Integrated Roof Antenna
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls, External Memory Control and Internal Memory
  • Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capable, 6 speakers, speed-compensated volume, SiriusXM w/360L and 3-month prepaid subscription (service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii), Ford digital experience w/13.2" color LCD touchscreen in IP center-stack, Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play, pinch-to-zoom capability, 911 Assist, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless compatibility, Note: SiriusXM services require a subscription, sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period, Your SiriusXM service will automatically stop at the end of your trial unless you decide to subscribe, If you decide to continue service, the subscription plan chosen will automatically renew and be charged according to your chosen payment method at the then-current rates, Fees and taxes apply, See the SiriusXM customer agreement and privacy policy at http://www.siriusxm.com/ www.siriusxm.com for full terms and how to cancel, which includes online methods or calling 1-866-635-2349, Available in the 48 contiguous United States, D.C, and Puerto Rico (w/coverage limits and capable receiver), Visit http://www.siriusxm.com/FAQS for most current service area information, Availability of some services and features is subject to device capabilities and location restrictions, All fees, content and features are subject to change, SiriusXM, Pandora and all related logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc, and its respective subsidiaries Eligible 2026 model-year vehicle receive complimentary access to 1-year Ford connectivity connected service plan enabling Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play which begins on the new warranty start date. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features.
  • Real-Time Traffic Display
  • Streaming Audio
  • Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • Black Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
  • Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
  • Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
  • Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
  • Body-Colored Door Handles
  • Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Bumper Insert
  • Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
  • Deep Tinted Glass
  • Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
  • Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
  • Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
  • LED Brakelights
  • Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
  • Lip Spoiler
  • Perimeter/Approach Lights
  • Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Tire Mobility Kit
  • Tires: P255/65R18 AS BSW
  • Wheels: 18" Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum
  • 3rd row seats: bench
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • 6 Speakers
  • ABS brakes
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy wheels
  • Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Auto High-beam Headlights
  • Automatic temperature control
  • Brake assist
  • Bumpers: body-color
  • Compass
  • Delay-off headlights
  • Driver door bin
  • Driver vanity mirror
  • Dual front impact airbags
  • Dual front side impact airbags
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
  • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
  • Four wheel independent suspension
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Front Center Armrest
  • Front anti-roll bar
  • Front dual zone A/C
  • Front reading lights
  • Fully automatic headlights
  • Heated door mirrors
  • Illuminated entry
  • Knee airbag
  • Low tire pressure warning
  • Navigation System
  • Occupant sensing airbag
  • Outside temperature display
  • Overhead airbag
  • Overhead console
  • Panic alarm
  • Passenger door bin
  • Passenger vanity mirror
  • Power door mirrors
  • Power driver seat
  • Power steering
  • Power windows
  • Rear air conditioning
  • Rear anti-roll bar
  • Rear reading lights
  • Rear window defroster
  • Rear window wiper
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Security system
  • Speed control
  • Speed-Sensitive Wipers
  • Speed-sensing steering
  • Split folding rear seat
  • Spoiler
  • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
  • Tachometer
  • Telescoping steering wheel
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Traction control
  • Trip computer
  • Variably intermittent wipers
  • Wheels: 18" Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum
  • 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
  • 3 12V DC Power Outlets
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
  • Air Filtration
  • Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
  • Cargo Area Concealed Storage
  • Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
  • Cargo Space Lights
  • Carpet Floor Trim
  • Cloth Door Trim Insert
  • Compass
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Day-Night Rearview Mirror
  • Delayed Accessory Power
  • Digital/Analog Appearance
  • Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
  • Driver Foot Rest
  • Driver Information Center
  • Driver Seat
  • Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
  • Fixed 50-50 Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
  • Ford Connect 5G Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
  • Front And Rear Map Lights
  • Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
  • Front Cupholder
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Full Cloth Headliner
  • Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
  • HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
  • Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
  • Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
  • Locking Glove Box
  • Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
  • Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Outside Temp Gauge
  • Passenger Seat
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
  • Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
  • Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
  • Rear Cupholder
  • Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
  • Redundant Digital Speedometer
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
  • Seats w/Cloth Back Material
  • Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Trip Computer
  • Unique Cloth Captain's Chairs -inc: 6-way power driver and 4-way manual passenger
  • Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
  • 17.9 Gal. Fuel Tank
  • 3.58 Axle Ratio
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
  • Auto Locking Hubs
  • Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
  • Battery w/Run Down Protection
  • Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control
  • Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
  • Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
  • GVWR: 5,940 lbs
  • Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
  • Regenerative Alternator
  • Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Trailer Wiring Harness
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
  • Back-Up Camera w/Washer
  • Collision Mitigation-Front
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Driver Monitoring-Alert
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Emergency Sos Capability
  • Evasion Assist
  • Lane Centering
  • Lane-Keeping System Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane-Keeping System Lane Keeping Assist
  • Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
  • PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
  • Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors
  • Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

ENGINE: 2.3L ECOBOOST I-4

  • auto start-stop technology (STD)

  • 3rd Row Seat
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Bluetooth® Connection
  • Navigation System
  • WiFi Hotspot
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Satellite Radio
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Rear A/C
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Rear Parking Aid
  • Stability Control
  • Brake Assist
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Driver Seat
  • Tow Hitch
  • MP3 Player
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Cruise Control
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Vehicle
    • EPA Classification: Standard SUV 4WD
  • Mileage
    • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 23
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 27
  • Weight Information
    • Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4457
  • Trailering
    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
    • Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs): 5000
  • Suspension
    • Suspension Type - Front: Strut
    • Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
    • Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
    • Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
  • Brakes
    • Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
    • Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
    • Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
    • Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
    • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.6
    • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6
  • Tires
    • Front Tire Size: P255/65HR18
    • Rear Tire Size: P255/65HR18
  • Wheels
    • Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
    • Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
    • Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
    • Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
  • Steering
    • Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
  • Fuel Tank
    • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 17.9
  • Exterior Dimensions
    • Wheelbase (in): 119.1
    • Length, Overall (in): 198.8
    • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
    • Height, Overall (in): 70.2
    • Track Width, Front (in): 66.9
    • Track Width, Rear (in): 66.9
    • Min Ground Clearance (in): 8.2
    • Liftover Height (in): 32.8
  • Cargo Area Dimensions
    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 84.1
    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 49.8
    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): 20.8
    • Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): 64.5
    • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 47.6
    • Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 32.8
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 46
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 16.3
  • Interior Dimensions
    • Passenger Capacity: 6
    • Passenger Volume (ft³): 152.9
    • Front Head Room (in): 40.7
    • Front Leg Room (in): 43
    • Front Shoulder Room (in): 62.1
    • Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
    • Second Head Room (in): 40.5
    • Second Leg Room (in): 39
    • Second Shoulder Room (in): 61.9
    • Second Hip Room (in): 59.1
    • Third Head Room (in): 38.9
    • Third Leg Room (in): 32.2
    • Third Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
    • Third Hip Room (in): 40.9
  • Summary
    • Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
    • Body Style: Sport Utility
  • Emissions
    • EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5.0
    • Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.6

Warranty

  • Basic:
  • 3 Years/36,000 Miles
  • Corrosion:
  • 5 Years/Unlimited Miles
  • Drivetrain:
  • 5 Years/60,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance:
  • 5 Years/60,000 Miles
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