Jump LinksEngine Choices And Off-road FocusRugged Exterior To Survive The WildernessUpdated Interior With Subtle ChangesThe True Price Of An Off-roading Midsize SUVHow much will the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor cost?Is Ford making a 2026 Tremor?How much horsepower does the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor V6 have?The Tremor badge in the Ford lineup now means an emphasis on off-road capabilities and a go-anywhere attitude. For 2026, the Explorer gains the Tremor trim level to elevate (literally) the practical family SUV for rugged all-terrain use. It joins the Maverick, Expedition, Super Duty and F-150 as the latest addition to the 2026 Tremor lineup. So, here is the new Ford Tremor in detail - the differences between this and the 'normal' Explorer, the exterior, the interior and why you should consider buying the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor.All information has been sourced from the manufacturer. The MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price), where mentioned, excludes delivery fees and other costs, and is correct at the time of writing. Automakers reserve the rigth to update pricing at their own discretion and without notice. 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Specs Engine Choices And Off-road Focus FordThe Explorer Tremor takes the already impressive seven-seater SUV and adds all the technological upgrades an off-roader should have. For the Tremor, you get both the engine options like the other Explorer trims - the 2.3L inline-four and the 3.0L V6 from the Bronco Raptor and Ranger Raptor. The bigger engine does come at a premium financially though. The base block is better for fuel efficiency, but it is not significant and the added punch of the 400 hp V6 should aid you off-road. Some Tremor exclusive features include: Torsen limited-slip rear-axle 18-inch all-terrain tires Off-road tuned suspension with higher ground clearance Electric-spice colored accents on rims and interior Auxiliary off-road lights The aluminum18-inch all-terrain tires are painted in gloss ebony black with the signature orange/gold Tremor accents. Along with a Terrain Management System, it has intelligent four-wheel drive with six selectable drive modes and hill descent control. The ground clearance has been increased by an inch to 8.7 inches with an approach and departure angle of 23.5 and 23.7 inches respectively. Along with this, the Explorer Tremor has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds. 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Exterior Rugged Exterior To Survive The Wilderness FordThe most obvious giveaways that you are looking at the Tremor trim of the Explorer would be the raised ground clearance and the Electric-Spice colored accents on the front grille and wheels. The chunky sidewalls on the tires are the next big sign that this is not a regular Explorer. However, there are quite a lot of other changes to the Explorer that make it more capable off-road as well. The addition of front and rear skid plates painted in silver add protection to the underbody of the SUV. The grille also houses the additional off-road lights to illuminate the road or dirt trail.The headlamps and LED tail lamps get a blacked-out treatment. The lower body side cladding is also in black, as are the roof-rack side rails. The Explorer Tremor also gets front tow hooks and a body-colored rear spoiler, for added down force off the beaten path, of course. If that was not enough, there are a plethora of roof-racks and carriers by Yakima that can be customized to bring more off-road-related additions like kayaks or Jerry cans. 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Interior Updated Interior With Subtle Changes 2026 Ford Explorer TremorThe interior is largely the same as the "standard" Ford Explorer trims, with an all-black interior color and Electric Spice-colored accents adorned almost everywhere you look. The Explorer got a major interior overhaul in 2025, and that carries through to the Tremor model as well. The central screen is a 13.2-inch landscape-orientated with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The display uses the front-facing camera in Trail mode, to always show you the direction of the vehicle over blind crests, an attempt to match Land Rover's invisible hood technology.The leather-wrapped steering wheel is heated and features the Tremor accents. The driver and passenger seats feature Tremor logos and are heated and ventilated. The driver's seat is 10-way power adjustable, whereas the passenger seat is eight-way power adjustable. The middle row gets two captains' chairs that limit the Tremor's seating capacity to seven passengers.The previous off-road focused Explorer, called the Timberline, only had six speakers as standard. The Tremor now gets a 10-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system. Along with all the tech, you also get a 360-degree camera. The V6 trim also gets power-folding third row seats. You also get the option of self-driving with Ford's BlueCruise on the Tremor. 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Costs The True Price Of An Off-roading Midsize SUV Ford The base Explorer Tremor with the 2.3L inline-four starts at $48,965. However, the upgrade to the 3.0L Twin-turbo Ecoboost V6 costs an additional $11,850, but that includes the Tremor Ultimate package, which adds the BlueCruise self-driving functionality, B&O sound system, panoramic fixed glass roof with a powered shade, powered folding third row, etc. Four-wheel drive is standard in all Tremor models. There are six paint colors to choose from. Black, White, and Gray are standard, whereas Marsh Grey and Vapor Blue Metallic are a $495 option. The triple coat Star White adds $795. However, an expensive white paint on an off-road-focused vehicle somehow seems like a bad idea...If you would much rather save money with the base engine and still want the power-folding third and some quality of life features, Ford offers a Tremor Convenience package at $1,675 that adds the aforementioned tech with ambient lighting, heated side view mirrors and rain-sensing front wipers. A plethora of roof-rack options start from $209 and go to $709 for accessories.Apart from that, there are not a lot of options to choose from, as most of the tech is standard. When compared to its immediate rival, the Honda Pilot TrailSport, the I4 Tremor undercuts the Pilot by around $1,500. However, the V6 is about $10,000 more than the Honda, which gets only the V6 as standard. The Explorer is more powerful in both trims, and the V6 Explorer has 115 more hp than the Pilot. Why Should You Buy The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor In 2026? Ford The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor is targeting a very niche audience. A customer with a large enough family to warrant the seven-seat layout, with ambitions to conquer the wilderness, all in the same car. It takes the practicality of the Explorer midsize SUV and supercharges its capabilities to tackle the dirt paths off-road. With the raised ground clearance and the extra skid plates, it helps ensure that the underside of the car is protected at all times. The V6 offers sufficient grunt force aided by the Torsen limited-slip rear axle. The all-terrain tires may not be the best for highway driving, but should provide sufficient grip on loose surfaces. With the 5,000 pound towing capacity, you can tug even more on your remote expedition.The Tremor trim can be seen as a toned down version of the all-out Raptor models. While the F-150, Bronco and Ranger Raptor can survive almost anything thrown at them, the Tremor trims do their best to widen the capabilities of the SUV without changing the fundamentals.If you are a passionate off-roader with the aim of bringing your entire family with you in comfort, the Explorer Tremor is one of the best options out there. It combines what so many love about the Explorer, now with an updated interior and adds just enough off-road-focused features to help it survive even off the beaten path. FAQs How much will the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor cost? The base 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor with the inline-four engine costs $48.965 while the V6 engine costs $60,815. Is Ford making a 2026 Tremor? Yes, the Ford Explorer gets the Tremor trim from 2026, replacing the discontinued Timberline trim. How much horsepower does the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor V6 have? The Ford Explorer Tremor with the V6 makes 400 hp.
