2026 Ford Explorer® Interior Overview

2026 Ford Explorer Interior

The 2026 Ford Explorer® is designed to adapt to your active Louisville lifestyle, and offers a cabin that balances comfort with utility. Whether you’re hauling gear for a weekend getaway or carpooling, the Ford Explorer® interior delivers the versatility you need. Read on to discover the Ford Explorer® interior dimensions and the ample Ford Explorer cargo space that make this SUV a top choice for families.

 

 

How Spacious Is The Interior Of The 2026 Ford Explorer®?

With three rows of seating, the Ford Explorer® has a seating capacity of seven and offers adults and children ample room to stretch out on long trips to and from Georgetown. Meanwhile, the cargo area easily expands to accommodate groceries, luggage, or sports equipment:

  • Maximum Seating Capacity: 7
  • Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 40.7 inches / 40.5 inches / 38.9 inches
  • Headroom (Platinum; 1st/2nd row): 38.9 inches / 38.2 inches
  • Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 43 inches / 37.5 inches / 31.8 inches
  • Legroom (ST, Platinum, Tremor; 1st/2nd row): 42.9 inches / 37 inches
  • Hip Room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 59.2 inches / 59.1 inches / 40.9 inches
  • Shoulder Room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 62.1 inches / 61.9 inches / 54.6 inches
  • Cargo Volume (1st/2nd/3rd row): 85.8 cubic feet / 46 cubic feet / 16.3 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume (ST, Platinum, Tremor; 1st/2nd/3rd row): 85.3 cubic feet / 46 cubic feet / 16.3 cubic feet

What Are Notable Interior Features Of The 2026 Ford Explorer®?

Beyond its spacious cabin, the 2026 Explorer® is packed with amenities that keep you connected and comfortable. From standard tech to available luxury touches like massaging seats, every trim offers something special.

Standard Interior Features

  • Tri-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
  • Steering Wheel w/ Mounted Features
  • 13.2-Inch center display
  • Google Assistant, Google Maps & Google Play
  • Pinch-to-Zoom Capability
  • 911 Assist®
  • Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ Wireless Compatibility
  • 1st- & 2nd-Row USB Ports

Trim-Specific Interior Features

Explorer® Active 100A

  • AM/FM, MP3-Compatible w/ 6 Speakers
  • Tri-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
  • 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest
  • 3rd-Row Split Bench w/ Manual Fold
  • 3 12V Power Outlets & 6 USB Ports

Explorer® Active

  • Active Noise Cancellation
  • Heated 1st-Row Seats
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • 10-Way Power Driver’s Seat
  • 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest
  • 3rd-Row Split Bench w/ Manual Fold

Explorer® ST-Line

  • B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® w/ 10 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
  • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
  • Heated 1st-Row Seats
  • 2nd-Row 35/30/35 Bench w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest

Explorer® Tremor®

  • B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® w/ 10 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
  • Miko® Suede w/ Micro-Perforated Seating Surfaces
  • Heated 1st- & 2nd-Row Seats
  • Stitched Tremor® Logo on 1st- & 2nd-Row Seats
  • 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest
  • 3rd-Row Split Bench w/ Manual Fold

Explorer® ST

  • B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® w/ 10 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
  • Heated & Ventilated 1st-Row Seats
  • Unique Miko® Suede Perforated Inserts w/ Red Stitching & ST Logo
  • Ambient Lighting
  • 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest
  • 3rd-Row PowerFold® Seats

Explorer® Platinum™

  • B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® w/ 14 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
  • Heated 1st- & 2nd-Row Seats
  • ActiveX® Trimmed w/ Leather Interlaced Diamond Perforated Inserts
  • 2nd-Row Captain’s Chairs w/ E-Z Entry & Armrest
  • 3rd-Row PowerFold® Seats

Explore The 2026 Ford Explorer® Interior With Paul Miller Ford

Visit our dealership in Lexington to explore our inventory and to test drive the 2026 Ford Explorer®. We’re here to help you find the perfect model for your drives around Richmond. Whether you need financing information or want to learn more about our service center, contact us today to get started!

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