When it comes to family transportation, safety is always a top priority. The 2026 Ford Explorer delivers comprehensive protection with an impressive suite of standard and available safety technologies designed to keep you and your passengers secure on every drive.
Every 2026 Ford Explorer comes equipped with essential safety features that provide peace of mind. The robust braking system includes Four-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS, Brake Assist, and Hill Hold Control. Multiple airbags protect occupants throughout the cabin, including dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, and the Safety Canopy System with curtain airbags covering all three rows.
The Explorer also features AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, providing electronic stability control to help maintain vehicle composure during challenging driving conditions. Additional standard features include a back-up camera with washer, rear child safety locks, and tire-specific low tire pressure warning.
The 2026 Explorer takes safety further with sophisticated driver assistance technologies. BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) monitors your blind spots, while Rear Cross-Traffic Braking helps alert you to vehicles approaching from the side when reversing. Collision Mitigation-Front works to detect potential frontal collisions and can apply brakes if necessary.
The Lane-Keeping System provides both Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist, while Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go maintains a set distance from vehicles ahead. Driver Monitoring-Alert helps detect signs of drowsy driving, and Evasion Assist provides additional collision avoidance support. Emergency SOS Capability ensures help is just a button press away.
Ready to explore these impressive safety features in person? Visit Don Allen Ford Nantucket and let our team demonstrate how the 2026 Ford Explorer can protect your family on every adventure.