The 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum SUV represents the pinnacle of three-row capability, delivering style, comfort, and performance in a sophisticated package. This black beauty comes equipped with everything you need for confident family driving, from its turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost engine and 10-speed automatic transmission to premium stone leather seating and a commanding 4WD system that handles any condition.
- 1st Oil Change Free
- Free Full Tank of Gas
- Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
- Premium Leather Seating Surfaces Captain's Chairs
- 21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets
- Ford Connectivity Pack (1-Time Purchase â" 7 Years)
- Navigation System
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD Radio and SiriusXM
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
The Platinum trim elevates your driving experience with luxury touches throughout, from the Mojave Dusk and Onyx interior to advanced creature comforts designed for long drives and daily commutes alike. Advanced safety features, automatic headlights, rear parking camera, and electronic stability control give you peace of mind on every journey. Stop by today to experience the Explorer Platinum and see why this three-row SUV delivers unbeatable value and capability.
"At Saxon's New Brighton Ford, we meet people where they are to make customers for life. Whether good credit, defective credit, great credit, just starting credit, or recovering credit, new or used, we work with all. So don't be shy; ask what we can do for you today! ...
There has been a Saxon selling cars since 1936. When we say we make customers for life--we mean it! From our professional and friendly staff to our long list of benefits and ' 'Saxon Solution Rewards' '--including a FULL tank with vehicle purchase, 1st oil change on us, there is always a reason to keep coming back. Find out for yourself at New Brighton Ford, today! Just minutes from anywhere in the Twin Cities!" Check out the rest of the great features on this car. *LIFETIME WARRANTY INCLUDED!!--CALL FOR DETAILS* Price includes: $4000 - Retail Customer Cash. Exp. 01/04/2027 $500 - Bonus Cash. Exp. 11/16/2026 Rebate Disclaimer: All advertised rebates and incentives are subject to manufacturer eligibility requirements and may not be available to all customers. Some offers may not be combined with other incentives or special financing. Residency restrictions may apply. See dealer for complete details and eligibility requirements. Offers expire 10/31/2026.
New 2026 FordExplorer Platinum
- Exterior Color
- Black Metallic
- Interior Color
- Mojave Dusk/Onyx
- Body/Seating
- SUV/6 seats
- Seats
- 6 seats
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 2.3L EcoBoost I-4
- VIN
- 1FMUK8HH9TGB97181
- Stock Number
- G97181
Highlighted Features
- 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
Included Packages & Accessories
- Navigation System
- Equipment Group 600A Standard Package
- Ford Connectivity Package (one-Time Purchase - 7 Years)
- Lux Leather Package
- 14 Speakers
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Radio data system
- Radio: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD
- 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
- SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad
- Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
- 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
- Bumpers: body-color
- Front License Plate Bracket
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Spoiler
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- ActiveX Trimmed Captain's Chairs
- 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
- Platinum Badges on Front Row Seats
- Quilting and Stitching on Door Panels
- Quilting and Stitching on Seats
- Rear reading lights
- 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
- Premium Leather Seating Surfaces Captain's Chairs
- Split folding rear seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Passenger door bin
- Alloy wheels
- Wheels: : 21" Bright Machined Aluminum w/Tarnish Dark Pockets
- Wheels: 20" Luster Nickel-Painted Aluminum
- Rain sensing wipers
- Rear window wiper
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Variably intermittent wipers
- FREE FULL TANK OF GAS
- 1ST OIL CHANGE FREE
- REFER A FRIEND RECEIVE $100 ON US
- SE HABLA ESPANOL!
- THE SAXON SOLUTION
Detailed Specifications
- 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
- 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
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 255/55VR20.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 255/55VR20.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 20"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Primary LCD size: 13.2"
- Radio data system
- 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
- 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
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Leather steering wheel
- Max seating capacity: 6
- Power 4-way driver lumbar support
- Power 4-way passenger lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seats: captain
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Seat Upholstery: leather/leatherette ActiveX
- Split folding rear seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Electric motor 1 torque: none
- Electric motor horsepower: none
- 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 electric powertrain type: none
- Hybrid system combined power torque: none
- Hybrid system net power: none
- 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: 21 deg
- Departure angle: 22 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 208mm (8.2")
- Ramp breakover angle: 18 deg
- 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
- Trailer hitch
- Trailer sway control
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- 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: 10.63 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: 988mm (38.9")
- Front hiproom: 1,504mm (59.2")
- Front legroom: 1,090mm (42.9")
- Front shoulder room: 1,577mm (62.1")
- GVWR: 2,694kg (5,940lbs)
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 5
- Interior rear cargo volume: 462 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 4,134L (146.0 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 970mm (38.2")
- 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")
- 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 limit display
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 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
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Love it.
By Alex on 8/9/2026 11:55:02 PM
Single guy looking for a vehicle that is fun to drive but can haul junk too, and this fits the bill. I came from a 2018 Lincoln MKZ 3.0t AWD, this has all the same features but this does it better. Mine had one minor panel issue the dealership is fixing, but otherwise everything is solid. Installed a BOV, I find it funny to blow past people with a quiet exhaust and a loud Spanish sound as they disappear into the distance. Fantastic nighttime viability over the lower trims. Actually just better over all than the lower trims. Bolt ons and a tune just puts this in its own league for the price you pay, the only thing that comes close is a 2026 dodge Durango RT 392. ST is not for everyone but it is for me. "Sporty" family hauler my butt. Wrong demographic. This is a genuine fast mid-sized SUZ that you'd have to go luxury to get close to the performance numbers otherwise. - 5.0
Explorer Value 7-7-2026
By General Jim on 8/7/2026 11:06:23 PM
Your evaluation procedure was simple and complete. I will be in contact with you when I sell or trade this vehicle. - 5.0
Seats and performance
By Chan78 on 6/30/2026 6:16:53 PM
I love the suv its fantastic to drive only issue I have is the wind noise in the driver seat but I'd sleep in it every night the seats are comfortable.