2026 Explorer
Find Your 2026 Ford Explorer Near Lebanon What’s New, What Fits Your Life, and Why Nucar
Looking for a three-row SUV that handles I-89 winters, dirt job sites off US-4, and family duty around West Lebanon—without giving up tech and comfort?
The refreshed 2026 Ford Explorer keeps the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 as the volume engine, adds a new Tremor off-road trim with real hardware, and continues to offer the 400-hp 3.0L EcoBoost V6 on performance-oriented configurations. Ford’s Digital Experience infotainment is standard (with Google built-in) and still supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. BlueCruise hands-free driving remains available on select trims. ¹²³⁴⁵⁶⁷
At A Glance:
- Trims: Active, ST-Line, Tremor, Platinum, ST. ²³¹⁰
- Engines: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp/310 lb-ft); available 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp/415 lb-ft) on ST; available on Tremor via package. ¹²³⁴¹²
- Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD depending on trim; Tremor = standard AWD. ²³¹⁰
- BlueCruise: v1.5 available with Automatic Lane Change; Blue Zones cover ~97% of controlled-access highways; subscription with trial options. ⁶⁷⁸
- Infotainment: Ford Digital Experience with Google apps plus Apple CarPlay & Android Auto support. ⁵
- Max towing (directional): Up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped (based on 2025 Explorer towing guide; 2026 tow card pending). ⁹
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What's New on the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Tremor replaces Timberline—and it’s not just an appearance pack
The first-ever Explorer Tremor arrives with a 1-inch suspension lift, unique springs/sway bars, two skid plates, improved approach/departure angles, Torsen® limited-slip rear diff, 18-inch wheels on Bridgestone Dueler A/Ts, copper-accent details, aux grille-mounted off-road lights, and recovery hooks. ¹²³
Inside: Tremor logos, rugged upholstery, rubber floor liners, and access to premium adds like multicontour front seats, B&O 14-speaker audio, 360° camera, and BlueCruise 1.5. ¹²³⁴
How to get the V6 on Tremor
Tremor comes standard with the 2.3L. For maximum grunt, spec the Tremor Ultimate Package which pairs in the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 and bundles comfort/tech upgrades; BlueCruise enablement is handled via hardware and plan selection at order. ¹²
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Built for Upper Valley Winters
Available remote start, heated seats & wheel, and drive modes help with cold starts and mixed traction on back roads near Etna or Plainfield. Pair Tremor’s A/T tires with proper winter tires if you’re regularly on unplowed private roads. ¹²³¹⁰
Towing Confidence
We’ll review axle codes, payload sticker, hitch class, and trailer setup with you, and reference Ford’s towing guide to ensure your configuration is within GCWR, tongue weight, and frontal-area limits. ⁹
2026 Ford Explorer Power and Performance
- Engines that fit the job:
- 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp/310 lb-ft) balances power and economy for daily commuting between Lebanon and Claremont, or weekend runs to Mascoma Lake. ¹²³¹⁰
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp/415 lb-ft) on ST or Tremor (via package) for confident on-ramp merges, towing small campers, and hilly terrain around Enfield/Canaan. ¹²³¹⁰¹²
- Towing: up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped; confirm VIN-specific ratings, axle codes, payload, and tongue weight before you hitch. We’ll verify your setup at the desk. ⁹
- Traction & clearance: Tremor’s lift, A/T tires, Torsen diff, and skid plates give you extra confidence on mud-rutted access roads to jobsites off Route 12A, without beating you up on I-91. ¹²³
2026 Ford Explorer Interior and Technology
- Ford Digital Experience with Google Assistant, Maps, and Play—and you still get Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ if that’s your preference. ⁵
- 13.2-inch center screen + 12.3-inch cluster, Over-the-Air updates, 5G connectivity where available. ⁵
- Comfort options include heated steering wheel, heated 2nd row (trim-dependent), and multicontour front seats—great for long days between job sites or ski-season weekends. ¹²³¹⁰
Dimensions & Cargo
Expect carry-over packaging from 2025: ~198.8 in L / 78.9 in W (w/o mirrors) / 69.9 in H, 119.1-in wheelbase; 18.2 cu-ft behind 3rd row. These figures guide garage fit and cargo planning; we’ll confirm against Ford’s final 2026 spec sheet at delivery. ¹⁰
2026 Ford Explorer Safety
Explorer continues with Co-Pilot360 Assist features (AEB with intersection assist, lane centering, adaptive cruise, 360° camera on applicable trims). Package content varies by trim; we’ll spec check your build. ¹²³¹⁰
BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving
- Version 1.5 adds Automatic Lane Change—the vehicle can initiate a hands-free lane change to keep traffic flow smooth. ⁶
- Coverage: works in mapped Blue Zones covering about 97% of controlled-access highways in the U.S. and Canada; check the map before a road trip. ⁷
- Plans & trials: Ford announced lower subscription pricing (annual and monthly) and continues to offer trial access paths—your advisor will walk through the choices at order. ⁸
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Lebanon, NH 03766
