The second row is what makes this 2026 Ford Explorer Active especially useful for families. Instead of captain chairs, this one has a split bench with E-Z Entry, giving you more seating flexibility while still making the third row easier to reach. Add the 50/50 fold flat third row and you have an SUV that can move between people, school bags, groceries, sports gear, and road trip luggage without making the cabin feel complicated.

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat gives the Explorer a clean, upscale look that fits just as naturally in Wesley Chapel and New Tampa as it does on longer drives through Land O Lakes, Zephyrhills, Dade City, or Brooksville. Silver 18 inch aluminum wheels, LED lighting, black roof rails, rear privacy glass, a body color rear spoiler, and a power liftgate keep the exterior polished without pushing this Active trim into a flashy direction.

The 2.3L EcoBoost engine is paired with a 10 speed automatic and rear wheel drive, a combination that makes sense for the pavement heavy driving most Tampa Bay families do every day. Selectable drive modes let you adjust the response as conditions change, while the Class III Trailer Tow Package and Trailer Sway Control add utility for smaller recreational trailers, bikes, or weekend gear.

Parks Plus ownership benefits can include paint and fabric protection, rain repellent, headlight protection, nitrogen tire service, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, and roadside assistance. On a Star White family SUV that may spend its week in New Tampa traffic and its weekend heading north toward Dade City or Brooksville, those protections fit the way the vehicle will actually be used.

Inside, the Dark Space Gray cloth cabin is built around comfort and easy everyday use. Heated front seats, a power driver seat, tri zone electronic temperature control, USB C ports in all rows, 12 volt power points, and a 12.3 inch digital cluster help make longer drives easier. The second row bench gives you more passenger flexibility than a two seat setup, and the fold flat third row lets the cargo area grow when fewer people are coming along.

A 13.2 inch touchscreen runs Ford Digital Experience with Google Maps and Google Play Store integration. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM with 360L, a Wi Fi hotspot, a 5G modem, Ford app capability, and the included one year Ford Connectivity trial keep the Explorer connected whether the day stays around Wesley Chapel or stretches across Pasco, Hillsborough, and Hernando counties.

Ford Co Pilot360 Assist Plus adds useful driver support for the daily miles. A rear view camera, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, tire pressure monitoring, perimeter alarm, and the full airbag and child safety systems work quietly in the background while the Explorer handles school runs, commuting, errands, and longer family trips.

Every new vehicle at Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel includes our Lifetime Powertrain Warranty, adding long term ownership value beyond the factory coverage.

This Explorer Active is not built around one oversized luxury feature. Its strength is the balance: seven passenger flexibility, heated front seats, three zone climate control, modern connected technology, a Class III tow package, a power liftgate, and a layout that works just as well for a New Tampa commute as it does for a weekend drive through Zephyrhills, Dade City, or Brooksville.

For a family that wants useful space without moving into a full size SUV, this Explorer gets the proportions and equipment right.
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 $500 - Final Days Mega Bonus Cash. Exp. 08/31/2026 $500 - Mega Bonus Cash. Exp. 08/31/2026 Price includes $1,395 dealer added accessories.