2026 Ford Explorer MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2026 Ford Explorer.
EPA combined fuel economy
20–24MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
19
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Engine
2.3–3L
Cylinders
4
Drive
Part-time 4WD
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$2,387
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
682 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 22 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2026 Ford Explorer
- How many MPG does a 2026 Ford Explorer get?
- The 2026 Ford Explorer gets 20–24 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (4 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2026 Ford Explorer?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 22 MPG combined, the 2026 Ford Explorer uses about 682 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,387 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2026 Ford Explorer?
- The 2026 Ford Explorer returns 19 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 20–24 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 22 MPG good for a standard sport utility vehicle 2wd?
- For a standard sport utility vehicle 2wd, 22 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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