The Ford Explorer Finally Has a Real Off-Road Trim
It has bigger tires, a 1.0-inch suspension lift, and underbody protection.
Ford continues to expand its lineup of Tremor-branded vehicles. The latest to get the treatment is the Explorer, joining the Maverick, Expedition, and F-150 in the Blue Oval’s garage. The new Explorer Tremor goes on sale for the 2026 model year; however, Ford doesn’t say when the rugged SUV will reach showrooms.
The Explorer Tremor features an off-road-tuned suspension that adds an extra inch of height, with tuned springs and sway bars, while improving the departure and approach angles. Eighteen-inch tires with Bridgestone Dueler all-terrain tires sit at the corners, while auxiliary lights, orange tow hooks, and other orange accents—a color Ford calls “electric spice”—differentiate this Explorer from the others.
2026 Explorer Tremor Powertrain Options
Under the hood is Ford’s 3.0-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine, the same one powering the Explorer ST. It produces 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, but Ford will also offer customers the 300-hp, 2.3-liter four-cylinder as an option. All-wheel drive and a Toresen limited-slip differential are standard, along with some underbody protection.
Inside, the new Tremor includes the Ford Digital Experience and CoPilot 360 2.0 Assist. Optional features include massaging front seats, a 14-speaker B&O sound system, and BlueCruise 1.5.
Ford Explorer Tremor Pricing
Ford hasn’t released 2026 Explorer Tremor pricing just yet. That information will likely arrive closer to its on-sale date, but we can estimate a price based on the current lineup. The 2025 Explorer ST, which currently sits at the top of the model range, starts at $56,465 (prices include the destination charge).
The Tremor could cost as much, if not more. However, the trim isn’t always the most expensive one available. The Explorer Tremor could start below the ST in the low-$50,000 range, but we’ll have to wait for official details.
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