Performance is only convincing when every part of the vehicle responds together. This new 2026 Ford Explorer ST 4WD in Star White Metallic Tri-Coat starts with a 3.0L EcoBoost V6, then backs that power with a 10-speed automatic, four-wheel drive, sport-tuned suspension and performance brakes. It is engineered to feel more deliberate from the first input.

Press the accelerator and the twin-turbocharged V6 delivers the response expected from an ST. The transmission keeps that power ready for merging onto I-75, passing through Tampa traffic or carrying passengers on a longer Florida drive. Selectable drive modes let the Explorer change its character as the road and weather change.

Turn into a curve and the rest of the hardware matters. Sport-tuned suspension helps control the body, while red performance brakes provide confident stopping power behind 21-inch aluminum wheels. Four-wheel drive adds traction during heavy rain around Wesley Chapel, New Tampa or Lutz, and skid-plate elements add protection underneath.

Every new Ford Explorer at Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel includes our Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. Parks Plus adds paint and interior protection, cabin sanitizer and antimicrobial protectant, rain repellent, headlight protection, nitrogen tire service, anti-theft VIN etching, stolen-vehicle assistance, roadside assistance and collision loyalty benefits.

Inside, Onyx seating with Miko inserts, red stitching and a heated ST steering wheel continue the performance theme. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row captain's chairs and a PowerFold third row let the same Explorer handle family travel or a full weekend schedule.

The Sun and Sound Package changes the atmosphere. A moonroof with fixed glass and a power shade brings more light inside, while the 14-speaker B&O system fills all three rows. Multicontour front seats add comfort on longer trips between Tampa, Orlando and destinations beyond the Bay area.

BlueCruise includes a 90-day trial for compatible hands-free highway driving support. Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 and a 360-degree camera help reduce the effort of managing a performance SUV in crowded parking areas, tight garages and changing traffic.

A 12.3-inch digital cluster and 13.2-inch touchscreen organize vehicle information and entertainment. Ford Digital Experience adds Google Maps and compatible apps through the Play Store, while wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and USB-C ports in every row keep passengers connected.

The Class III Trailer Tow Package gives this Explorer ST another role when the weekend requires compatible recreational equipment. Trailer Sway Control adds support once connected, while the power liftgate and PowerFold third row help manage luggage and cargo around Land O' Lakes, Odessa and Zephyrhills.

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, a black mesh grille, quad-tip dual exhaust and ST badging make the purpose visible before the engine starts. Every response supports the same idea: power is matched by control, technology reduces effort and performance remains useful after the road straightens out. 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.