2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line RWD
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$48,805 MSRP$42,979 YOUR PRICE
Price Includes Complimentary Nationwide Lifetime Warranty and 3 Year Maintenance
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$48,805 MSRP$42,979 YOUR PRICE
Price Includes Complimentary Nationwide Lifetime Warranty and 3 Year Maintenance
JUST ADD TAX & TAG
It’s That Easy!- Total Discount: -$3,416
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- -$3,000
- -$1,000
- Dealer Fees +$1,590
- You Save $5,826
- Your Price $42,979
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- Additional Ford Offers:
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- $1,000
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Visit our Store
- Lakeland Ford
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1430 West Memorial Boulevard
Lakeland, FL 33815
- Sales: 863-577-5130
- Service: 863-583-9234
- Parts: 863-686-5126
- Body Shop: 863-583-9252
Vehicle Information
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Body Style 4D Sport Utility -
Exterior Color Vapor Blue Metallic
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Interior Color Onyx
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Mileage 8
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City/Highway 20/29 MPG -
Engine 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology -
Transmission 10-Speed Automatic -
Fuel Type Gasoline
Highlighted Features
- 360 Cameras
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Remote Start
- 3rd Row Seating
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Ignition System
- Power Tailgate/Liftgate
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Navigation System
- Rear View Camera
- Speed Sensing Wipers
- Tow Hitch/Tow Package
Dealer Comments
Enthusiasts who value a vehicle that transforms daily driving into a more engaging experience will appreciate what this SUV brings to the table. The ST-Line trim's focus on control and responsiveness is evident in real-world scenarios, where confident steering and refined suspension tuning lend satisfaction to commutes and longer journeys alike. For drivers in Lakeland, FL, this Explorer's blend of comfort and tactile feedback matches the needs of those who demand more than just point-and-go transportation, elevating routine errands and highway runs into enjoyable moments.
Performance in the Explorer ST-Line centers on the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Throttle response is quick, providing immediate feedback that feels both energetic and manageable. The transmission shifts with precision, adapting intuitively to driver input, whether easing through traffic or accelerating onto a freeway. Suspension tuning keeps the body settled and composed over varying surfaces, while the speed-sensing steering system enhances connection to the road. Braking feel is progressive and confidence-inspiring, providing smooth, controlled stops without abruptness.
Safety features in this SUV are engineered to enhance driver confidence without muting engagement. The four-wheel disc brakes and ABS work seamlessly with electronic stability control and traction control, intervening subtly only when needed to maintain composure during spirited driving or evasive maneuvers. Emergency communication via 911 Assist adds peace of mind, while auto high-beam headlights and lane-keeping technologies support situational awareness. Rear parking camera and blind spot monitoring assist with visibility, but never override the driver’s sense of control.
Included features on this ST-Line elevate both comfort and involvement. The Premium Package introduces amenities like heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power liftgate, making daily use effortless. The Equipment Group 300A Standard Package ensures navigation, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a 10-speaker sound system are standard, keeping drivers connected and entertained. Dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, and a leather steering wheel further enhance the cabin’s tactile experience, while ambient lighting and Onyx interior accents reinforce a sense of occasion.
Among midsize SUVs, the Explorer ST-Line stands out for its dynamic driving character and refined feature set. Compared to the Chevrolet Blazer RS and the Honda Passport TrailSport, the Explorer offers sharper steering feedback and a more responsive powertrain, making it particularly rewarding for drivers who enjoy a sense of connection on every journey. While others may emphasize ruggedness or all-terrain capability, this SUV prioritizes precise road manners and an athletic feel, supporting a more engaging daily drive.
How comfortable is the Explorer ST-Line on long trips? Supportive seats, rear air conditioning, and a quiet Onyx cabin ensure fatigue-free highway miles. Does it offer modern connectivity? Standard navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto keep drivers seamlessly linked with their digital lives.
To experience the dynamic engagement and premium features of the Explorer ST-Line, visit Lakeland Automall at 1430 W Memorial Blvd in Lakeland, FL. Call (863) 577-5030 to schedule your test drive and discover how this SUV transforms every drive into a rewarding time behind the wheel. Price includes: $1000 - SSE Down Payment Assistance $3000 - Retail Customer Cash
All Features
- 'Explorer' Hood Badging
- Class Iii Trailer Tow Pkg
- Easy Fuel Capless Filler
- Grille - Black Mesh Insert
- Headlamps - Auto Led
- Power Liftgate
- Privacy Glass - Rear Doors
- Roof-Rack Side Rails-Black
- Taillamps/Fog Lamps - Led
- Trailer Sway Control
- Unique St-Line Badging
- Variable Interval Wipers
- 13.2" Lcd Touchscreen
- 360-Degree Camera
- 4-Dr Intell Access Lock/ Unlock W/Push-Button Start
- 5G Modem
- B&O Sound System, 10 Spkr
- Ford Digital Experience W/Google Maps & Play Store
- Remote Start System
- Selectable Drive Modes
- Siriusxm W/360L- Na Ak&Hi
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Wireless Apple Carplay And Android Auto
- 12.3" Lcd Digital Cluster
- 1Touch Up/Down Dr/Pass Win
- Front Row Heated Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
- Power Pass Seat
- Powerpoints - 12V
- Red Stich Accents
- Rotary Gear Shift Dial
- Steering Wheel - Premium Leather-Wrapped Heated
- Univsl Garage Door Opener
- Usb-C - All Rows
- Advancetrac With Rsc
- Airbag - Driver Knee
- Airbags - Dual Stage Front
- Airbags - Front Seat Mounted Side Impact
- Airbags - Safety Canopy
- Indiv Tire Press Monit Sys
- Latch Child Safety System
- Perimeter Alarm
- Personal Safety System
- Sos Post-Crash Alert Sys
ST-Line (300A)
Ford Connectivity Package (1-year Included)
Class III Trailer Tow Package
Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢ Assist 2.0
Premium Package
- Navigation System
- Equipment Group 300A Standard Package
- Premium Package
- 10 Speakers
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear window defroster
- 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
- 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
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Spoiler
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 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
- 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
- Power passenger seat
- Split folding rear seat
- Passenger door bin
- OVER SIZED CUSTOM WHEELS
- Rear window wiper
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Variably intermittent wipers
- EPA Classification: Standard SUV 2WD
- Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 24
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 29
- Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4344
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
- Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs): 5000
- Suspension Type - Front: Strut
- Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
- Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
- Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
- Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.6
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6
- Front Tire Size: P255/55VR20
- Rear Tire Size: P255/55VR20
- Front Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8
- Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8
- Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
- Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 17.9
- Wheelbase (in): 119.1
- Length, Overall (in): 198.8
- Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
- Height, Overall (in): 69.6
- Track Width, Front (in): 66.9
- Track Width, Rear (in): 66.9
- Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.6
- Liftover Height (in): 32.8
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 84.1
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 49.8
- Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): 20.8
- Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): 64.5
- Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 47.6
- Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 32.8
- Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 46
- Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 16.3
- Passenger Capacity: 7
- Passenger Volume (ft³): 152.9
- Front Head Room (in): 40.7
- Front Leg Room (in): 43
- Front Shoulder Room (in): 62.1
- Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
- Second Head Room (in): 40.5
- Second Leg Room (in): 39
- Second Shoulder Room (in): 61.9
- Second Hip Room (in): 59.1
- Third Head Room (in): 38.9
- Third Leg Room (in): 32.2
- Third Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
- Third Hip Room (in): 40.9
- Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
- Body Style: Sport Utility
- EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5.0
- Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.3
Warranty
- 3Yr/36,000 Bumper / Bumper
- 5Yr/60,000 Powertrain
- 5Yr/60,000 Roadside Assist
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All new Lakeland Ford VEHICLE PRICING includes a Nationwide Lifetime Warranty with Unlimited Miles for an Unlimited Time at no additional cost plus one (1) year factory scheduled maintenance*. MSRP pricing includes dealer fee and electronic filing fee – JUST ADD TAX & TAG – It’s That Easy! Discounted private offer prices are after all factory rebates and include taxes, tag, $1195 dealer fee, and $395 electronic filing fee. Additional charges may include Optional Dealer Installed Accessories including but not limited to bed liner, door cup guards, nitrogen tire inflation, window tint, exterior paint protection, interior fabric/leather protection of $2,495 (see Addendum Window Sticker to verify details). This is not an offer or contract for sale. All factory rebates and incentives assigned to dealers include owner loyalty, military, college graduate, competitive and special incentives that may require financing through Ford Motor Credit (FMC). Offers cannot be combined. All vehicles subject to prior sale. All prices are for retail guests only - no dealers or locators please. All offers are mutually exclusive, see dealer for complete details. Actual MPG rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits, and vehicle condition. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. The dealer is not liable for data, information, content, or images (including photos and graphics), that may be listed incorrectly. Please confirm the pricing, features, options, and incentives (including all rebates you may or may not qualify) of any vehicle with the dealer to ensure its accuracy.
Pre-owned Vehicles: **Prices do not include tax, tag, title, Certification fees (If eligible), additional keys, accessories, or manuals. $1,195 dealer fee, $395 electronic filing fee are included in all pre-owned prices. This is not an offer or contract for sale. *Current prices supersede any prior sale or listing. No two offers can be combined. Pre-Owned vehicles are sold on a first come, first serve basis, no deposits to hold are accepted on Preowned vehicles<./p>
Virtual Inventory, Available Configurations and In-Transit inventory contain vehicles that may have not actually been manufactured; These vehicles show consumers sample vehicles that may be available. For In-Transit Inventory, the arrival date is estimated; actual date of delivery may vary due to circumstances beyond the dealer's control. Please contact us for availability details. Pricing, Options, Color and other data pertaining to these vehicles are provided for example only. All information pertaining to specific vehicles should be verified; please contact us for availability details.
* FORD OEM A, X, D plan, Specialty vehicles, Commercial, Fleet, Super Duty, Diesel, Electric (EV), vehicles purchased in the name of a business or used for commercial purposes (example: UBER/LYFT) are NOT eligible for the lifetime warranty or factory maintenance.
All new Lakeland Ford VEHICLE PRICING includes a Nationwide Lifetime Warranty with Unlimited Miles for an Unlimited Time at no additional cost plus one (1) year factory scheduled maintenance*. MSRP pricing includes dealer fee and electronic filing fee – JUST ADD TAX & TAG – It’s That Easy! Discounted private offer prices are after all factory rebates and include taxes, tag, $1195 dealer fee, and $395 electronic filing fee. Additional charges may include Optional Dealer Installed Accessories including but not limited to bed liner, door cup guards, nitrogen tire inflation, window tint, exterior paint protection, interior fabric/leather protection of $2,495 (see Addendum Window Sticker to verify details). This is not an offer or contract for sale. All factory rebates and incentives assigned to dealers include owner loyalty, military, college graduate, competitive and special incentives that may require financing through Ford Motor Credit (FMC). Offers cannot be combined. All vehicles subject to prior sale. All prices are for retail guests only - no dealers or locators please. All offers are mutually exclusive, see dealer for complete details. Actual MPG rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits, and vehicle condition. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. The dealer is not liable for data, information, content, or images (including photos and graphics), that may be listed incorrectly. Please confirm the pricing, features, options, and incentives (including all rebates you may or may not qualify) of any vehicle with the dealer to ensure its accuracy.
Pre-owned Vehicles: **Prices do not include tax, tag, title, Certification fees (If eligible), additional keys, accessories, or manuals. $1,195 dealer fee, $395 electronic filing fee are included in all pre-owned prices. This is not an offer or contract for sale. *Current prices supersede any prior sale or listing. No two offers can be combined. Pre-Owned vehicles are sold on a first come, first serve basis, no deposits to hold are accepted on Preowned vehicles<./p>
Virtual Inventory, Available Configurations and In-Transit inventory contain vehicles that may have not actually been manufactured; These vehicles show consumers sample vehicles that may be available. For In-Transit Inventory, the arrival date is estimated; actual date of delivery may vary due to circumstances beyond the dealer's control. Please contact us for availability details. Pricing, Options, Color and other data pertaining to these vehicles are provided for example only. All information pertaining to specific vehicles should be verified; please contact us for availability details.
* FORD OEM A, X, D plan, Specialty vehicles, Commercial, Fleet, Super Duty, Diesel, Electric (EV), vehicles purchased in the name of a business or used for commercial purposes (example: UBER/LYFT) are NOT eligible for the lifetime warranty or factory maintenance.

