There are plenty of three-row SUVs that check the boxes. This new 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum is built for the buyer who wants the space and practicality, but does not want the vehicle to feel ordinary.

Finished in Agate Black Metallic with Mojave Dusk leather-trimmed seating, this Explorer has a rich, upscale look that fits the Platinum name. The 20-inch nickel-painted aluminum wheels, satin exterior details, adaptive LED lighting and panoramic glass roof give it a premium presence without making it feel flashy or overdone.

Inside, the focus is comfort. The front seats are heated, ventilated and equipped with Active Motion multicontour support. Second-row passengers get heated seating, the steering wheel is heated, and the PowerFold third row makes it easy to switch between passenger space and cargo room. Add in ambient lighting, USB-C ports in every row and a 110-volt outlet, and this is the kind of SUV that works just as well for a long family trip as it does for the daily drive through New Tampa or Wesley Chapel.

The technology is equally strong. A 13.2-inch touchscreen works alongside a 12.3-inch digital cluster, while Ford Digital Experience brings Google Maps, Google Play, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto into one clean, modern system. The 14-speaker B&O sound system gives the cabin the audio quality expected in a Platinum model, and the built-in 5G modem with Wi-Fi hotspot capability helps keep everyone connected.

BlueCruise equipment is included with a one-year-plus-90-day plan, giving you access to hands-free highway driving on compatible roads when activated. Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0, the 360-degree camera, rain-sensing wipers, remote start, selectable drive modes and power-folding heated mirrors all help make everyday driving easier.

Power comes from the 2.3L EcoBoost engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It delivers the smooth, confident performance most Explorer owners need, while the Class III Trailer Tow Package and Trailer Sway Control add useful flexibility for bikes, small trailers, weekend gear or family travel.

The panoramic moonroof with power shade makes the cabin feel even more open, especially for second- and third-row passengers. Rear privacy glass, satin roof rails and the spare wheel and jack kit round out a package that is both polished and practical.

Every new vehicle purchased from Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel includes a Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. This Explorer also includes Parks Plus ownership benefits designed to help protect the vehicles appearance and add value beyond the initial purchase.

For families and professionals searching for a new 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum near Tampa, Land O Lakes, Lutz, Odessa, Temple Terrace, Carrollwood, Wiregrass, Bexley or Starkey Ranch, this Agate Black example delivers luxury, technology and real three-row usability in one well-balanced SUV.

See it at Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel and decide for yourself whether this is the Explorer that finally feels like the right one. Not all customers may qualify for all rebates. Price includes: $1000 - SSE Down Payment Assistance. Exp. 08/31/2026 $3000 - Retail Customer Cash. Exp. 09/30/2026 Price includes $1,395 dealer added accessories.