Meet the 2026 Ford Explorer Active, a three-row SUV designed to handle whatever your family or business demands. With its Blue exterior and modern styling, this Explorer Active combines capability with everyday practicality for drivers who value both performance and comfort.
- Remote Start System
- 20" Carbonized Gray-Painted Aluminum Wheels
- Active Comfort Package with Heated Steering Wheel
- LED Fog Lamps with Silver-Painted Front Skid Plate
- Front Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
- Second Row HVAC Controls
- Heated Front Captain's Chairs with ActiveX Seating Material
- Navigation System
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration
- Power Liftgate
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS
- Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control
- Speed-Sensing Steering
- Ford Connectivity Package (7-Year, One-Time Purchase)
Under the hood, 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 ensures confident handling across varied terrain and weather conditions, making this Explorer versatile for both urban driving and weekend adventures.
The Active Comfort Package elevates your daily commute with heated front seats and a heated steering wheelâ"features that make cold mornings more pleasant. The second row HVAC controls ensure all passengers enjoy personalized climate comfort, while the power liftgate adds convenience when loading cargo or gear. LED fog lamps with integrated front skid plate elements enhance visibility and give the front end a distinctive appearance.
Technology integration keeps you connected with the Ford Connectivity Package, offering seven years of 5G connectivity, unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot, and seamless smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A navigation system and SiriusXM radio with 360L content provide entertainment and guidance for every journey.
Safety features include electronic stability control, traction control, four-wheel independent suspension, and a comprehensive airbag system with occupant sensing technology. The parking camera rear assists with reversing, while speed-sensing steering adapts to your driving conditions for enhanced control.
The spacious interior offers seating for up to eight passengers across three rows, with heated captain's chairs in the front row and a split-folding rear seat for flexible cargo configuration. This Explorer Active delivers the room families need with the control drivers want.
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2026 Ford Explorer Active TGC16828
- New
$51,100MSRP1
$46,600Machens Price
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The overview
- Exterior Color
- Vapor Blue Metallic
- Interior Color
- Space Gray
- Fuel Economy
- 20/27 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
- VIN
- 1FMUK8DH1TGC16828
- Stock Number
- TGC16828
The highlights
- EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
- FULLY AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS
The full specifications
- 3YR/36,000 BUMPER / BUMPER
- 5YR/60,000 POWERTRAIN
- 5YR/60,000 ROADSIDE ASSIST
- CLASS III TRAILER TOW PKG
- EASY FUEL CAPLESS FILLER
- FULLY AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS
- MIRRORS-MAN-FOLD DUAL PWR HEATED WITH APPROACH LAMPS
- POWER LIFTGATE
- PRIVACY GLASS - REAR DOORS
- REAR SPOILER, BODY COLOR
- ROOF-RACK SIDE RAILS-BLACK
- TAILLAMPS-LED
- TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
- VARIABLE INTERVAL WIPERS
- 13.2" LCD TOUCHSCREEN
- 4-DR INTELL ACCESS LOCK/ UNLOCK W/PUSH-BUTTON START
- 5G MODEM
- AM/FM STEREO W/6 SPEAKERS
- FORD CO-PILOT360 ASSIST+
- FORD DIGITAL EXPERIENCE W/GOOGLE MAPS & PLAY STORE
- REAR VIEW CAMERA
- SELECTABLE DRIVE MODES
- SIRIUSXM W/360L- NA AK&HI
- WI-FI HOTSPOT
- WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO
- 12.3" LCD DIGITAL CLUSTER
- 1TOUCH UP/DOWN DR/PASS WIN
- 3RD ROW - 50/50 FOLD FLAT
- DUAL ILLUM VIS VANITY MIRR
- FRONT ROW HEATED SEATS
- POWER DRIVER'S SEAT
- POWERPOINTS - 12V
- ROTARY GEAR SHIFT DIAL
- TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING W/WHEEL MOUNTED CONTROLS
- USB-C - ALL ROWS
- ADVANCETRAC WITH RSC
- AIRBAG - DRIVER KNEE
- AIRBAGS - DUAL STAGE FRONT
- AIRBAGS - FRONT SEAT MOUNTED SIDE IMPACT
- AIRBAGS - SAFETY CANOPY
- EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
- INDIV TIRE PRESS MONIT SYS
- LATCH CHILD SAFETY SYSTEM
- PERIMETER ALARM
- PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM
- Drive: 4WD
- Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
- ExteriorColor: Vapor Blue Metallic
- InteriorColor: Space Gray
- RapidSpec: Active (200A)
- SeatType: ActiveX® Seating Material
- SpecialPackage: Active Comfort Package
- SpecialPackage: Class III Trailer Tow Package
- SpecialPackage: Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+
- SpecialPackage: Ford Connectivity Package (1-year Included)
- SpecialPackage: Ford Connectivity Package (One-time purchase − 7 years)
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
- WheelMaterial: 20” Carbonized Gray-painted Aluminum Wheels
- WheelSize: 20” Carbonized Gray-painted Aluminum Wheels
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