NEW 2026 Ford Explorer Active 4WD Panoramic Roof, Heated Captain's Chairs & Tech!
Introducing the NEW 2026 Ford Explorer Active 4D Sport Utility - the perfect three-row SUV for Northwest Indiana families and adventurers! This Explorer, coated in sophisticated Carbonized Gray Metallic, blends rugged capability with a host of premium comfort and technology features designed to elevate every journey.
Under the hood, the intelligent 4WD system is powered by the responsive 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine, paired with a smooth 10-Speed Automatic transmission, delivering an impressive 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque for confident handling in all seasons while maintaining great efficiency at 20/27 City/Highway MPG.
Premium Features & Family Comfort:
Panoramic Glass Roof: The stunning Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade bathes the cabin in natural light, creating an open and airy feel for all passengers.
Comfort Package: The Active Comfort Package ensures luxury with Heated ActiveX Seating Material Captain's Chairs in the second row, a Heated Steering Wheel for chilly mornings, and a Remote Start System.
Seating Versatility: This 6-passenger layout features flexible 3rd row bench seats and Unique Cloth Heated Captain's Chairs in the second row, complete with 3rd Row All-Weather Floor Liners to keep the interior clean.
Advanced Technology: Stay connected and entertained with the Navigation System, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration, and a class-leading 8 USB Ports spread throughout the cabin.
Convenience: Loading is made easy with the Power Liftgate, and the exterior's athletic look is enhanced by 20" Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum Wheels and Black Roof-Rack Side Rails.
The 2026 Explorer Active also includes essential features like Exterior Parking Camera Rear and Active Noise Cancellation for a quieter ride. With its new design, standard Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ safety features, and family-friendly space, this Explorer is ready to take on the roads of Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland.
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Call today at 219-696-8971 to be one of the first to drive this incredible new Ford Explorer!
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New 2026 FordExplorer Active SUV EcoBoost I-4
- Exterior Color
- Carbonized Gray Metallic
- Interior Color
- Dark Space Gray
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 2.3L EcoBoost I-4
- VIN
- 1FMUK8DH5TGA30676
- Stock Number
- F24748
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
- Navigation System
- Active Comfort Package
- Equipment Group 200A Standard Package
- 6 Speakers
- Active Noise Cancellation
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- AM/FM Stereo
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear window defroster
- Second Row HVAC Controls
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- Vinyl-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front Fascia
- Knee airbag
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Remote Start System
- SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad
- Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof w/Power Shade
- Power Liftgate
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Auto High-beam Headlights
- Delay-off headlights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Speed control
- Active Badging
- Black Lower Bodyside Cladding w/Chrome Accent
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Manual-Folding Sideview Mirrors
- Spoiler
- 3rd Rw All-Wthr Flr Liners w/2nd Rw Cap Chairs
- 8 USB Ports
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Compass
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Ford Connectivity Pack (1-Time Purchase - 7 Years)
- Front & 2nd Rows Floor Liners w/Carpet Floor Mats
- Front reading lights
- Heated ActiveX Seating Material Captain's Chairs
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Illuminated entry
- Outside temperature display
- Overhead console
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Rear reading lights
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Unique Cloth Heated Captain's Chairs
- 3rd row seats: bench
- Front Bucket Seats
- Front Center Armrest
- Split folding rear seat
- Unique Cloth Captain's Chairs
- Black Roof-Rack Side Rails
- Passenger door bin
- Wheels: 20" Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum
- Rear window wiper
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Variably intermittent wipers
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
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Speed-sensing steering
- 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
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- 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
- 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
