2026 Ford Explorer ST RWD



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  • $57,195 MSRP
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Vehicle Information

VIN: 1FMWK7GC3TGB57414
Stock #: 26T1460
Model Code: K7G
  • Body Style 4D Sport Utility
  • Exterior Color Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Interior Color Onyx
  • Mileage 5
  • Fuel Economy
    City/Highway 18/25 MPG
  • Engine 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
  • Transmission 10-Speed Automatic
  • Fuel Type Gasoline

Highlighted Features

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

Dealer Comments

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST delivers a driving experience that balances athletic composure with everyday usability. Its steering feels substantial and precise, connecting you confidently to the road while the chassis maintains remarkable poise through quick transitions.

This SUV is an ideal match for drivers who crave a sense of connection behind the wheel, even during routine errands. Enthusiasts who notice the difference between vague and communicative steering, or who value a chassis that resists body roll without sacrificing comfort, will appreciate the Explorer ST's tuning. In regions like Lakeland, FL, where long straightaways meet unexpected rain, its stability and refinement help transform daily drives into something memorable. Passengers benefit too, with a cabin finished in Onyx and versatile three-row seating that never compromises the spirited feel at the helm.

Beneath its confident exterior, the Explorer ST's 3.0L EcoBoost V6 offers lively throttle response and instant torque, making highway merges and city acceleration equally satisfying. The 10-speed automatic transmission shifts with purpose, anticipating driver intent and allowing for manual override when you want more control. The four-wheel independent suspension is tuned to keep the body flat yet absorb imperfections, letting you feel the road's texture without harshness. Speed-sensing steering weights up naturally as the pace increases, and the sport steering wheel heightens tactile feedback, inviting you to carve through sweeping curves with composure and confidence.

Safety systems in this SUV are designed to enhance, not diminish, the driving experience. Electronic Stability Control intervenes subtly, maintaining your chosen line through corners without abrupt intrusion. The traction control system inspires confidence by maximizing grip when accelerating out of turns or on slick surfaces. BlueCruise provides hands-free driving capability for relaxed highway cruising, but the suite of features like lane-keeping support, ABS brakes, and emergency 911 Assist are always ready if you need backup, reinforcing—rather than replacing—the driver's role as pilot.

The Equipment Group 400A Standard Package loads the Explorer ST with performance and comfort features. Heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel ensure climate perfection year-round. Technology is seamlessly integrated, with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, navigation, SiriusXM with 360L, and a 10-speaker audio system enveloping the cabin.

Compared to rivals like the Dodge Durango SRT and Chevrolet Traverse RS, the Explorer ST stands out for its precise steering and confidence-inspiring chassis tuning. Where the Durango SRT focuses on raw muscle and the Traverse RS leans comfort-first, this SUV blends athletic handling with real-world usability.

Is the Explorer ST comfortable on long trips? Its seats offer heating, ventilation, and power adjustments for fatigue-free miles, while the cabin remains quiet and composed even at highway speed. Does it handle confidently in corners? Four-wheel independent suspension and speed-sensing steering keep body motions controlled and steering feedback consistent.

Contact Lakeland Automall at (863) 577-5030 or visit 1430 W Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33815, to experience the 2026 Ford Explorer ST in person. Let every drive become a more rewarding part of your day behind the wheel of this engaging SUV. Price includes: $1000 - SSE Down Payment Assistance $3000 - Retail Customer Cash

All Features

  • 'Explorer' Hood Badging
  • Class Iii Trailer Tow Pkg
  • Frt/Rr Skid Plate Elements
  • Grille - Black Mesh Insert
  • Headlamps - Auto Led
  • Mirrors-Pwr/Htd/Auto-Fold St Proj Logo Lamp
  • Power Liftgate
  • Privacy Glass - Rear Doors
  • Quad Tip Dual Exhaust
  • St Badging
  • Taillamps/Fog Lamps - Led
  • Trailer Sway Control
  • Wipers - Rain-Sensing
  • 13.2" Lcd Touchscreen
  • 360-Degree Camera
  • 5G Modem
  • Ford Co-Pilot360active2.0
  • Ford Digital Experience W/Google Maps & Play Store
  • Keyless Entry W/Push Start
  • Performance Brakes-Red
  • Remote Start System
  • Selectable Drive Modes
  • Siriusxm W/360L- Na Ak&Hi
  • Sport-Tuned Suspension
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wireless Apple Carplay And Android Auto
  • "Explorer" Frnt Floor Mats
  • 110V/150W Ac Power Outlet
  • 12.3" Lcd Digital Cluster
  • 2Nd Row Heated Seats
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Auto-Dim Rearview Mirror
  • Dual Illum Vis Vanity Mirr
  • Htd Lth Wrapped Steer Whl W/Logo, Mounted Controls And Tilt/Tele Str Column
  • Htd/Ventilated Frt Seats
  • Powerfold 3Rd Row Seat
  • Red Stitch Accents
  • Univsl Garage Door Opener
  • Usb-C - All Rows
  • Advancetrac With Rsc
  • Airbag - Driver Knee
  • Airbags - Dual Stage Front
  • Airbags - Front Seat Mounted Side Impact
  • Airbags - Safety Canopy
  • Indiv Tire Press Monit Sys
  • Latch Child Safety System
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Personal Safety System
  • Sos Post-Crash Alert Sys

ST (400A)

    Premium Package

      BlueCruise Hardware

        Class III Trailer Tow Package

          BlueCruise Equipped (90-Day trial)

            BlueCruise (Equipment + 1 Year + 90-Day Plan)

              Ford Connectivity Package (1-year Included)


                • Navigation System
                • Equipment Group 400A Standard Package
                • 10 Speakers
                • AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
                • Air Conditioning
                • Automatic temperature control
                • Front dual zone A/C
                • Rear air conditioning
                • Rear window defroster
                • Memory seat
                • Power driver seat
                • Power steering
                • Power windows
                • Remote keyless entry
                • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
                • Four wheel independent suspension
                • Speed-sensing steering
                • Traction control
                • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
                • ABS brakes
                • Dual front impact airbags
                • Dual front side impact airbags
                • Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
                • Front anti-roll bar
                • Knee airbag
                • Low tire pressure warning
                • Occupant sensing airbag
                • Overhead airbag
                • Rear anti-roll bar
                • Power Liftgate
                • Brake assist
                • Electronic Stability Control
                • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
                • Auto High-beam Headlights
                • Delay-off headlights
                • Front fog lights
                • Fully automatic headlights
                • Panic alarm
                • Security system
                • Speed control
                • Auto-dimming door mirrors
                • BlueCruise Equipped (1-Year + 90-Day Plan)
                • Bumpers: body-color
                • Heated door mirrors
                • Power door mirrors
                • Spoiler
                • Turn signal indicator mirrors
                • Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
                • Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
                • Compass
                • Driver door bin
                • Driver vanity mirror
                • Front reading lights
                • Garage door transmitter
                • Heated steering wheel
                • Illuminated entry
                • Leather steering wheel
                • Outside temperature display
                • Overhead console
                • Passenger vanity mirror
                • Rear reading lights
                • Sport steering wheel
                • Tachometer
                • Telescoping steering wheel
                • Tilt steering wheel
                • Trip computer
                • 3rd row seats: bench
                • Front Bucket Seats
                • Front Center Armrest
                • Heated front seats
                • Heated rear seats
                • Power passenger seat
                • Split folding rear seat
                • Ventilated front seats
                • Passenger door bin
                • OVER SIZED CUSTOM WHEELS
                • Rain sensing wipers
                • Rear window wiper
                • Speed-Sensitive Wipers
                • Variably intermittent wipers
                • Vehicle
                  • EPA Classification: Standard SUV 2WD
                • Mileage
                  • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 21
                  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 18
                  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 25
                • Weight Information
                  • Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4670
                • 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): 12.8
                • Tires
                  • Front Tire Size: P275/45WR21
                  • Rear Tire Size: P275/45WR21
                • Wheels
                  • Front Wheel Size (in): 21 X 9
                  • Rear Wheel Size (in): 21 X 9
                  • Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
                  • Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
                • Steering
                  • Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
                • Fuel Tank
                  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 20.2
                • Exterior Dimensions
                  • Wheelbase (in): 119.1
                  • Length, Overall (in): 198.8
                  • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
                  • Height, Overall (in): 69.6
                  • Track Width, Front (in): 66.9
                  • Track Width, Rear (in): 66.9
                  • Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.6
                  • 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): 151.8
                  • Front Head Room (in): 40.7
                  • Front Leg Room (in): 42.9
                  • Front Shoulder Room (in): 62.1
                  • Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
                  • Second Head Room (in): 40.5
                  • Second Leg Room (in): 38.3
                  • 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: 4.0
                  • Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.4

                Warranty

                • 3Yr/36,000 Bumper / Bumper
                • 5Yr/60,000 Powertrain
                • 5Yr/60,000 Roadside Assist
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