Connie Peters Drives The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor
Friend of the site Connie Peters has driven the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor, and she has a video review for your perusal.
Go check it out below — or scroll down a bit more for the transcript.
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Summary of Transcript:
Overview:
The video reviews the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor, a new trim that adds light off-road styling and capability to the Explorer lineup, along with a more powerful engine option.
Key Features & Performance:
Powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic and AWD.
Offers noticeably stronger acceleration and confidence compared to the base 2.3L engine.
Towing capacity is 5,000 lbs.
Includes mild off-road upgrades like all-terrain tires, skid plates, recovery hooks, and unique Tremor styling.
Driving Experience:
Comfortable ride with supportive, adjustable seats (good for different heights).
Engine sounds good and delivers strong performance.
Ford BlueCruise is highlighted as a standout feature for highway driving.
Interior & Tech:
Features a modern infotainment system with Google built-in, Alexa, YouTube, and wireless Apple CarPlay.
Heated/ventilated seats, digital gauge cluster, and multiple storage areas.
No standard wireless charging pad (optional).
Good camera system, though slightly distorted.
Space & Practicality:
Three-row SUV with power-folding rear seats and decent cargo space, plus a deep sub-trunk.
Second row has captain’s chairs with heated seats and charging ports.
Third row is usable, especially for shorter passengers, but has smaller windows and limited amenities.
Pricing & Verdict:
Starts around $55,000 CAD, with the reviewed model at about $70,000 CAD.
Positioned below the Platinum trim.
Best suited for families who want extra power, tech, and light off-road capability, though it’s not meant for serious off-roading.
Bottom line:
A comfortable, tech-filled family SUV with a stronger engine and rugged styling, but only modest off-road upgrades.
Connie Peters is an automotive video creator and journalist covering all types of cars and trucks for the past ten years in suburban Vancouver.
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I'd like to discuss why conceptually my aunt's Ford Explorer from 1994 is now $51,530 JPowBux and why that is apparently "OK" to the proles. Must have been some big COLA raise I didn't get the memo on.
Garbage article again, this is why go to motor trend to actually read auto reviews
I’m digging the wardrobe - she’s trying hard.