Confident Performance and 4WD Capability
The 2026 Explorer Active is powered by a standard 2.3L EcoBoost® engine that balances immediate throttle response with impressive efficiency, achieving up to an EPA-estimated 27 highway MPG. The standard Intelligent 4WD system continuously monitors traction and can automatically adjust power to all four wheels when conditions become slippery. Drivers can tailor their performance using the Terrain Management System™, which offers selectable modes such as Slippery, Trail, and Tow/Haul to optimize steering and stability for any Michigan landscape.