2026 Ford Explorer ST SUV

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Pilson Ford

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2026 Ford Explorer ST: Unleash Your Adventure

Imagine cruising down the open road, the powerful engine of this 2026 Ford Explorer ST responding to your every command. Whether you're heading to a Fighting Illini game in Champaign or embarking on a weekend getaway, this SUV is ready for anything.

Performance & Capability

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST is engineered for exhilarating performance and unwavering capability. Its heart is the EcoBoost 3L V-6 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, twin turbo, premium unleaded, engine with 400HP, delivering responsive power for both daily commutes and adventurous excursions. Paired with a smooth and efficient 10-speed automatic transmission and intelligent Four Wheel Drive, this SUV provides confident handling in various driving conditions. The driver selectable drivetrain mode allows you to tailor the vehicle's performance to your specific needs, whether you're navigating city streets or exploring scenic routes around Shelbyville. The Sport Tuned Suspension enhances the driving experience, providing a balance of comfort and control. With its robust Iron engine block and advanced engineering, the Explorer ST is built to deliver lasting performance and reliability. The auto start-stop technology helps to conserve fuel during city driving.

Technology & Connectivity

Stay connected and entertained on every journey with the advanced technology features of this 2026 Ford Explorer ST. The integrated navigation system helps you find the best route to your destination, while Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smart device wireless mirroring allows seamless integration of your smartphone for access to your favorite apps, music, and contacts. The 13.2 inch primary display touchscreen provides intuitive control over the vehicle's systems, and the 12.30 inch gauge cluster display keeps you informed about key vehicle information. Enjoy your favorite tunes with the premium sound system. With steering wheel mounted audio controls, you can easily adjust the volume and change tracks without taking your hands off the wheel. Stay informed with Real-Time Traffic Display. This Explorer ST is designed to keep you connected, informed, and entertained on every drive.

Comfort & Interior

Step inside the 2026 Ford Explorer ST and experience a world of comfort and convenience. The Miko simulated suede and leatherette front seat upholstery creates a refined and inviting atmosphere. The heated front seats and heated steering wheel provide warmth and comfort during chilly mornings, while the ventilated driver and front passenger seats keep you cool on warm days. The dual-zone front climate control ensures that everyone stays comfortable, and the rear climate control system with separate controls allows passengers in the back to adjust the temperature to their liking. The power liftgate rear cargo door makes loading and unloading cargo a breeze, and the power folding door mirrors add convenience in tight parking spaces. With features like keyfob keyless entry, remote start, and power door locks, the Explorer ST offers a seamless and enjoyable driving experience. BLUECRUISE EQUIP: 1YR+90D PLAN adds even more convenience. The Leatherette Door Trim Insert adds a touch of luxury.

Safety & Driver Assistance

Your safety is a top priority in the 2026 Ford Explorer ST. Equipped with advanced safety features and driver-assistance technologies, this SUV provides peace of mind on every journey. The Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go helps you maintain a safe following distance, while the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) alerts you to vehicles in your blind spots. The Rear Cross-Traffic Braking system helps prevent collisions when backing up, and the Forward collision warning PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist forward collision mitigation with left turn assist provides added protection in emergency situations. The Lane-Keeping System helps you stay in your lane, and the Back-Up Camera w/Washer provides a clear view of what's behind you. With its comprehensive suite of safety features, the Explorer ST is designed to help you avoid accidents and protect you and your passengers. The Aerial View Camera System provides a 360-degree view around the vehicle. 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS ensure confident stopping power.

Exterior & Design

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST commands attention with its bold and athletic design. Finished in a striking STAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT, this SUV exudes sophistication and style. The Black grille and Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Bumper Insert create a distinctive front-end appearance, while the Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent adds a touch of sportiness to the rear. The Rear lip spoiler enhances the vehicle's aerodynamics, and the Wheels: 21'' Magnetite-Painted Aluminum provide a confident stance. With its sleek lines and attention to detail, the Explorer ST is sure to turn heads wherever you go. The Black grille adds a touch of aggression. The Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive enhances its all-weather capability.

Key Highlights

This 2026 Ford Explorer ST is packed with features designed to enhance your driving experience. Here are some of the key highlights:

EcoBoost 3L V-6 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, twin turbo, premium unleaded, engine with 400HP - Delivers exhilarating performance.
Four Wheel Drive - Provides confident handling in various driving conditions.
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smart device wireless mirroring - Seamlessly integrates your smartphone.
Heated front seats - Keeps you warm and comfortable during chilly weather.
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access - Makes loading and unloading cargo a breeze.
Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go - Helps maintain a safe following distance.
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) - Alerts you to vehicles in your blind spots.
Rear Cross-Traffic Braking - Helps prevent collisions when backing up.
Automatic climate control - Maintains a comfortable cabin temperature.
10 Speakers - Provides high quality audio.
LED Brakelights - Enhances visibility.
Power door locks - Adds convenience and security.
Tires: P275/45R21 AS BSW - Offers excellent performance and grip.
Spoiler Rear lip spoiler - Improves aerodynamics.
Steering Wheel Controls - Easy access to audio and cruise controls.

Visit Us

Pilson Ford is conveniently located to serve customers from across central Illinois, including Decatur and Arcola. We're just a short drive away at 2000 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL 61938. We invite you to visit Pilson Ford today to experience the 2026 Ford Explorer ST for yourself. Get Directions to Pilson Ford. Call us at 217-294-6910 to schedule a test drive or discuss financing options. You can also Value Your Trade or Appy for Financing online. We look forward to seeing you at Pilson Ford!

Build Codes: 51G| 43H| REMWIN| MULTI| 400A| STDWL| A| 99C| 44T| STDTR| STDGV| STDRD| 50N| AW| 76U| 425| AZ| 153| 91M| K8G

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Convenience Features

1-touch down
1-touch up
Adaptive Cruise Control: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
Air conditioning
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Automatic temperature control
Driver door bin
Driver vanity mirror
Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
Front beverage holders
Front dual zone A/C
Garage door transmitter
Heated steering wheel
Illuminated entry
Memory seat
Moonroof sunshade: power
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 engine start
Remote keyless entry
Speed control
Surround View Monitor: 360 Degree Camera yes
Telescoping steering wheel
Tilt steering wheel
Trunk/hatch auto-latch

Suspension/Handling

Alloy wheels
Four wheel independent suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Front tires: 275/45WR21.0
Power steering
Rear anti-roll bar
Rear tires: 275/45WR21.0
Speed-sensing steering
Sport suspension
Wheel size: 21"

Entertainment Features

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
Speaker type: Bang & Olufsen
Speakers: 14
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth

Warranty

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

Seats and Trim

3rd row seats: bench
Front center armrest
Front seats: bucket
Heated front seats
Heated rear seats
Leather steering wheel
Max seating capacity: 6
Power 2-way driver lumbar support
Power 2-way passenger lumbar support
Power driver seat
Power passenger seat
Rear seats: captain
Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
Seat Upholstery: simulated suede/leatherette Miko
Split folding rear seat
Sport steering wheel
Ventilated front seats

Powertrain

Compressor: twin turbo
Cylinder configuration: V-6
Drive type: four-wheel
Engine liters: 3.0L
Engine location: front
Fuel economy city: 18mpg
Fuel economy combined: 20mpg
Fuel economy highway: 25mpg
Fuel tank capacity: 20.2gal.
Horsepower: 400hp @ 5,500RPM
Hybrid traction battery type: none
Manual-shift auto: SelectShift
Mode select transmission
Number of valves: 24
Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
Torque: 415 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
Transmission: 10 speed automatic
Variable valve control

Off-Road Capability

Approach angle: 21 deg
Departure angle: 21 deg
Ground clearance (min): 198mm (7.8")
Ramp breakover angle: 18 deg

Body Exterior

Auto-dimming door mirrors
Bumpers: body-color
Heated door mirrors
Hitch Class: III
Power door mirrors
Power liftgate
Rear cargo: power liftgate
Skid plates
Spoiler
Tailpipe finisher: chrome
Trailer hitch
Trailer sway control
Turn signal indicator mirrors

Specs and Dimensions

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: 9.50 to 1
Curb weight: 2,162kg (4,766lbs)
Engine bore x stroke: 85.4mm x 86.0mm (3.36" x 3.39")
Engine displacement: 3.0 L
Engine torque: 415 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
Exterior body width: 2,004mm (78.9")
Exterior height: 1,773mm (69.8")
Exterior length: 5,050mm (198.8")
Front headroom: 1,034mm (40.7")
Front hiproom: 1,504mm (59.2")
Front legroom: 1,090mm (42.9")
Front shoulder room: 1,577mm (62.1")
GVWR: 2,812kg (6,200lbs)
Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 4
Interior rear cargo volume: 462 L (16 cu.ft.)
Passenger volume: 4,299L (151.8 cu.ft.)
Rear headroom: 1,029mm (40.5")
Rear hiproom: 1,501mm (59.1")
Rear legroom: 973mm (38.3")
Rear shoulder room: 1,572mm (61.9")
Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
Wheelbase: 3,025mm (119.1")

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Appearance: digital/analog
Auto high-beam headlights
Blind spot: BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) warning
Compass
Configurable
Delay-off headlights
Exterior parking camera front
Exterior parking camera left
Exterior parking camera rear
Exterior parking camera right
Front fog lights
Front reading lights
Fully automatic headlights
Lane departure: Lane-Keeping System active
Low tire pressure warning
Outside temperature display
Parking sensors: Forward and Reverse Sensing System front and rear
Rain sensing wipers
Rear reading lights
Rear window defroster
Rear window wiper
Speed sensitive wipers
Tachometer
Traffic sign information
Trip computer
Variably intermittent wipers

Safety and Security

4 wheel disc brakes
ABS brakes
Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
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

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Navigation system
Lane departure
Automatic temperature control
Emergency communication system
Wireless phone connectivity
Parking sensors
Exterior parking camera front
Exterior parking camera left
Exterior parking camera right
Exterior parking camera rear
Front dual zone A/C
Auto high-beam headlights

Factory warranty

36 months/36,000miles from the vehicle's original in-service date

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Included Options

Engine: 3.0L EcoBoost V6 -inc: auto start-stop technology
GVWR: 6,200 lbs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode

Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
3.58 axle ratio
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Regenerative Alternator
Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control
Trailer Wiring Harness
2 Skid Plates
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Sport Tuned Suspension
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
20.2 Gal. Fuel Tank
Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Auto Locking Hubs
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
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
Wheels: 21 Magnetite-Painted Aluminum
Tires: P275/45R21 AS BSW
Tire mobility kit
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Black Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
Body-Colored Door Handles
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Driver Auto Dimming, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
Deep Tinted Glass
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Lip Spoiler
Black grille
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Front Fog Lamps
Perimeter/Approach Lights
LED Brakelights
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Laminated Glass
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls, External Memory Control and Internal Memory
10 Speakers
Streaming Audio
Integrated Roof Antenna
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Real-Time Traffic Display
Driver Seat
Passenger Seat
Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Ford Connect 5G Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
Sport Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Illuminated Front Cupholder
Rear Cupholder
Compass
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Garage Door Transmitter
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
Locking glove box
Driver foot rest
Interior Trim -inc: Cloth/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, 3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 Interior 120V AC Power Outlet
Front And Rear Map Lights
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Carpet Floor Trim
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Space Lights
Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver Information Center
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Outside Temp Gauge
Digital/Analog Appearance
Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
Perimeter Alarm
Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
3 12V DC Power Outlets
Air Filtration
3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 Interior 120V AC Power Outlet
BlueCruise (90-day free trial)
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Forward and Reverse Sensing System Front And Rear Parking Sensors
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist
Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
Aerial View Camera System
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Evasion Assist
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver knee airbag
Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
Rear child safety locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera w/Washer
Front Camera w/Washer
Left Side Camera
Right Side Camera

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