New 2026 Ford Explorer in Nederland

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Never Stop Exploring Nederland in New Ford Explorer 3-Row SUV

Family off-roading expeditions throughout the Golden Triangle can take full flight with the introduction of the Tremor trim to the Ford Explorer lineup. The new 2026 Ford Explorer adds a rugged Tremor option to remain at the forefront of the mid-size three-row SUV class. Philpott Ford has an array of new SUVs with third-row seating. Take the scenic route with one of the new Ford Explorer SUVs for sale in Nederland along Highway 96 near the Central Mall.

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Explore 2026 Ford Explorer Trim Levels

Active

  • 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
  • Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ including Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Heated front-row seats
  • Power liftgate
Ford Explorer Active
  • 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
  • 360-Degree Camera
  • Unique durable cloth-trimmed seats with red stitching
  • B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 speakers including subwoofer
Ford Explorer ST-Line
  • Available 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
  • Torsen® limited-slip rear axle
  • Off-road tuned suspension with increased ride height
  • Underbody protection — front and rear deflector plates
Ford Explorer Tremor
  • 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
  • BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped (1-year + 90-day plan included)
  • Heated, ventilated, massaging front-row seats with leather inserts
  • Available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade
Ford Explorer Platinum
  • 3.0L EcoBoost® engine
  • BlueCruise hands-free highway driving equipped
  • Sport-tuned suspension
  • Performance brakes with red-painted brake calipers
Ford Explorer ST

Exterior Design

Take to Golden Triangle trails in the new Ford Explorer Tremor. The new trim level for the 2026 model year gives die-hard off-roaders more to work with. Highlights include additional underbody protection, an increased ride height, off-road tuned suspension, Torsen® limited-slip rear axle, accent-color tow hooks, Tremor badging, a Tremor grille, and off-road auxiliary lights.

Other new Ford Explorer models for sale in Nederland command attention through sculpted lines, dynamic grilles, and distinctive LED lighting. LED taillamps come with amber turn signals. Satin aluminum accents set the Platinum model apart, while the ST sports red brake calipers and blacked-out trim. Wheels for the new Ford Explorer range from 18 to 21 inches. With the standard power liftgate, you can load your Ford Explorer with ease at the Central Mall.

Interior Design

Elevate your sense of comfort within the premium interior of the new Ford Explorer. There is a stitched Tremor logo on the seats of the first two rows. A recently redesigned interior makes the new Ford Explorer a delightful ride - whether you're headed to a Lamar Cardinals Athletics event in Beaumont or to Sea Rim State Park along the Texas Gulf Coast. Leather seating surfaces, multicontour massaging seats, and multi-color ambient lighting are all available to create a relaxing environment on the journey to Doornbos Heritage Park in Nederland within the seven-passenger Ford Explorer. When you shop at our Nederland Ford dealership, you can choose an Explorer model with captain's chairs and a six-passenger layout.

You won't have to pack light, as the new 2026 Ford Explorer has a max cargo volume of 86 cubic feet. Access 16 cubic feet behind the third row or 46 cubic feet with the back row unoccupied. PowerFold® third-row seats are standard on Explorer ST and Platinum models. Standard interior features for the Ford Explorer include heated seats and a heated steering wheel. You can upgrade to heated and ventilated seats for the middle row. The panoramic fixed glass roof is now available for all Ford Explorer models. Miko® and ActiveX® seating material are two upholstery options for the new Ford Explorer.

Performance

Hauling your boat to Sabine Lake by Port Arthur? The new Ford Explorer can tow up to 5,000 pounds. When you buy a new Ford Explorer in Nederland, you can choose from one of two EcoBoost® engines. A 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder unit is rated for 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, while models with the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine produce 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission works with the new Ford Explorer, which can be equipped with Intelligent 4WD, allowing you to tackle any terrain across the Golden Triangle with confidence. The new Ford Explorer offers six drive modes: Sport, Eco, Normal, Tow/Haul, Slippery, and either Trail or Off-Road.

Technology

New Explorer SUVs are equipped with the Ford Digital Experience and a 13.2-inch touchscreen. Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play are all easily accessible. Even wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ is included. Access everything you love about your digital life on the large 13.2-inch center display. A Ford Connectivity Package is also available for Nederland families interested in an Explorer featuring unlimited Wi-Fi®. New Ford Explorer SUVs can come with a Bang & Olufsen® Sound System featuring up to 14 speakers; the first-ever Tremor models have 10 speakers and a subwoofer.

Safety

Enjoy enhanced hands-free highway driving with the 2026 Ford Explorer. BlueCruise now includes an Automatic Lane Change feature so you can spend more time driving in hand-free operation on I-10 around Beaumont. Each 2026 Explorer comes with Ford Co-Pilot360®. In addition to these driver-assist features, the Ford Explorer provides Adaptive Cruise Control, a Lane-Keeping System, and BLIS®. Get alerts to vehicles in the blind spots of your three-row Ford SUV. Cross-Traffic Alert can detect traffic behind you as your Ford Explorer backs up at a Boston Avenue boutique shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

A new Ford Explorer can tow up to 5,000 pounds. The towing capacity of the new Ford Explorer allows you to pull a boat to the Orange, TX, Boat Ramp along the Sabine River or a trailer on a family vacation.

Yes, the Ford Explorer is considered a safe SUV for Nederland families to drive. The Ford Explorer has a 5-star safety rating from the NHTSA and comes with a suite of Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ safety features.

The Ford Explorer has a curb weight of 4,312 pounds.

The Ford Explorer offers a 300-horsepower EcoBoost® turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a 400-horsepower EcoBoost® V6 engine.

No. Ford Explorer SUVs do not require premium gasoline. However, refueling a Ford Explorer ST performance model with premium gas – with an octane rating of 91 or above – is recommended.

The Ford Explorer gets 29 miles per gallon on Texas highways. The combined fuel economy rating of the Ford Explorer is 24 miles per gallon.

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