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Vehicle Details
Experience the premium blend of capability and refinement with this 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD, now available in Hays, KS â" and priced to move. Powered by a responsive 4-cylinder 2.3L gasoline engine, this Ford Explorer Platinum delivers efficient performance without sacrificing the confident towing and traction you expect from a true 4WD SUV. The upscale cabin is packed with modern tech and comfort: a heated steering wheel for chilly mornings, seamless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration for hands-free connectivity, and an advanced navigation system to guide every journey.
Safety and convenience come standard with Adaptive Cruise Control that makes highway driving more relaxed, while the Platinum trim elevates every drive with premium materials, thoughtful amenities, and a commanding presence on the road. Whether you're heading out for a family road trip or navigating daily commutes around Hays, KS, this Ford Explorer balances luxury and practicality with crisp handling and smart utility.
This 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum represents exceptional value â" we're offering the best price in the area, making it an unbeatable choice for buyers seeking top-tier features at a competitive rate. Don't miss your chance to own a sophisticated, tech-forward 4WD SUV designed for confidence in any season. Contact us today to schedule a test drive and secure this best-priced Ford Explorer in Hays, KS.
Packages
Lux Leather Package: Quilting and Stitching on Door Panels; Platinum Badges on Front Row Seats; Premium Leather Seating Surfaces Captain's Chairs; Quilting and Stitching on Seats Equipment Group 600A Standard Package: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission; 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 Engine; B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD Radio BlueCruise Equipped (1-Time Purchase) Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade Wheels: 21 Bright Machined Aluminum W/tarnish Dark Pockets Ford Connectivity Package (one-Time Purchase - 7 Years) Rapid Red Metallic TC 18 Spare Wheel and Jack Kit Front and 2nd Rows Floor Liners with Carper Floor Mats **Equipment listed is based on original vehicle build and subject to change. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling the dealer prior to purchase.**
Additional Information
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New 2026 FordExplorer Platinum
- Exterior Color
- Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Interior Color
- Salt Crystal/Onyx
- Transmission
- 10-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 4 Cyl, 2.3L
- VIN
- 1FMUK8HH5TGA21518
- Stock Number
- 15256
Highlighted Features
- EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
- PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
Included Packages & Accessories
- Lux Leather Package: Quilting and Stitching on Door Panels; Platinum Badges on Front Row Seats; Premium Leather Seating Surfaces Captain's Chairs; Quilting and Stitching on Seats
- Equipment Group 600A Standard Package: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission; 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 Engine; B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD Radio
- BlueCruise Equipped (1-Time Purchase)
- Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
- Wheels: 21 Bright Machined Aluminum W/tarnish Dark Pockets
- Ford Connectivity Package (one-Time Purchase - 7 Years)
- Rapid Red Metallic TC
- 18 Spare Wheel and Jack Kit
- Front and 2nd Rows Floor Liners with Carper Floor Mats
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smart device wireless mirroring
- FordPass Connect 5G mobile hotspot internet access
- Integrated navigation system with voice activation
- Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Rear camera with washer
- Lane-Keeping System
- Rear Cross-Traffic Braking collision mitigation
- Brake assist system
- PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist forward collision mitigation with left turn assist
- Evasive Steering Assist evasion assist system
- MyKey restricted driving mode/alerts
- 360 Degree Camera aerial view camera
- Automatic brake hold
- Gauge cluster display size: 12.30
- Front mounted camera with washer
- Right side camera
- Left side camera
- BLIS (Blind Spot Information System)
- Traffic sign recognition with automatic speed limit assist
- Following distance alert
- External exit warning system
- Predictive Speed Assist Automatic curve slowdown cruise control
- Unresponsive driver assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
- Power liftgate rear cargo door
- Keyfob remote start
- Built-in virtual assistant
- Intelligent Access with hands-free access and push button start
- Keyfob window control
- Smart device remote start
- Push-button
- Full gauge cluster screen
- Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Heated rear seats
- Leather front seat upholstery
- Fixed third-row seats
- Driver seat power reclining
- lumbar support
- fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- Dual-zone front climate control
- Rear climate control system with separate controls
- Voice-activated climate control
- Primary monitor touchscreen
- Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
- First and second-row fixed glass sunroof sunshade
- Trailer light malfunction warning
- Intelligent 4WD automatic full-time 4WD
- EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 gasoline direct injection
- DOHC
- variable valve control
- intercooled turbo
- premium unleaded
- engine with 300HP
- EcoBoost 2.3L I-4 DOHC
Detailed Specifications
- 3YR/36,000 BUMPER / BUMPER
- 5YR/60,000 POWERTRAIN
- 5YR/60,000 ROADSIDE ASSIST
- CLASS III TRAILER TOW PKG
- EASY FUEL CAPLESS FILLER
- FRT/RR SKID PLATE ELEMENTS
- GRILLE - UNIQUE SATIN
- HEADLAMPS - ADAPTIVE LED
- LED SIGNATURE LIGHTING
- MIRRORS-PWR/HTD/AUTO-FOLD SIG/APRCH LAMP/MEM/AUTODIM
- PRIVACY GLASS - REAR DOORS
- ROOF-RACK SIDE RAILS-SATIN
- SATIN CHROME ACCENTS
- TAILLAMPS/FOG LAMPS - LED
- TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
- WIPERS - RAIN-SENSING
- 13.2" LCD TOUCHSCREEN
- 360-DEGREE CAMERA
- 5G MODEM
- FORD CO-PILOT360ACTIVE2.0
- FORD DIGITAL EXPERIENCE W/GOOGLE MAPS & PLAY STORE
- HILL START ASSIST
- KEYLESS ENTRY W/PUSH START
- PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
- REMOTE START SYSTEM
- SELECTABLE DRIVE MODES
- SIRIUSXM W/360L- NA AK&HI
- WI-FI HOTSPOT
- WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO
- "EXPLORER" FRNT FLOOR MATS
- 110V/150W AC POWER OUTLET
- 12.3" LCD DIGITAL CLUSTER
- 2ND ROW HEATED SEATS
- AMBIENT LIGHTING
- AUTO-DIM REARVIEW MIRROR
- HTD LTH WRAPPED STEER WHL W/LOGO, MOUNTED CONTROLS AND TILT/TELE STR COLUMN
- HTD/VENTILATED FRT SEATS
- MULTICONTOUR FRONT SEATS W/ ACTIVE MOTION
- POWERFOLD 3RD ROW SEAT
- 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
- EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
- INDIV TIRE PRESS MONIT SYS
- LATCH CHILD SAFETY SYSTEM
- PERIMETER ALARM
- PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM
- Drive: 4WD
- Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
- ExteriorColor: Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- InteriorColor: Salt Crystal Gray
- RapidSpec: Platinum™ (600A)
- SeatType: Leather Seating Surfaces with Micro-Perforated Inserts
- SpecialPackage: BlueCruise (Equipment + One-Time Purchase)
- SpecialPackage: BlueCruise Hardware
- SpecialPackage: Class III Trailer Tow Package
- SpecialPackage: Discount - Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
- SpecialPackage: Discount – 4WD Platinum™ with Lux Leather Package and BlueCruise (One-Time Purchase)
- SpecialPackage: Ford Connectivity Package (One-time purchase − 7 years)
- SpecialPackage: Lux Leather Package
- SpecialPackage: Premium Package
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
- WheelMaterial: 21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets
- WheelSize: 21" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels with Tarnish Dark Pockets
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