Vaughn Ford of Ottumwa

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2026 Ford Explorer Platinum



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  • $59,095 MSRP
    $50,232 SALE PRICE

  • MSRP: $59,095
  • -$4,363
  • Price Before Rebates: $54,732
    • -$4,000
    • -$500
  • Internet Price $50,232
    • $1,000

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Vehicle Information

VIN: 1FMUK8HHXTGC09242
Stock #: FC09242
Model Code: K8H
  • Body Style 4D Sport Utility
  • Exterior Color Space White Metallic
  • Interior Color Salt Crystal/Onyx
  • Fuel Economy
    City/Highway 20/27 MPG
  • Engine 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology
  • Transmission 10-Speed Automatic
  • Fuel Type Gasoline

Highlighted Features

Feature availability subject to final vehicle configuration. Please reference window sticker for more info.

Dealer Comments

The 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum delivers premium SUV performance with refined styling and sophisticated comfort. This Space White Metallic four-wheel-drive model combines the efficiency of its 2.3L EcoBoost engine with versatile three-row seating and premium appointments throughout. You'll appreciate the thoughtful design details and substantial feature set that make every drive enjoyable, whether you're navigating daily commutes or tackling weekend adventures.

- Radio: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD
- Premium Leather Seating Surfaces in Salt Crystal/Onyx
- BlueCruise Equipped (1-Year Plus 90-Day Plan)
- Wheels: 21 Bright Machined Aluminum w/Tarnish Dark Pockets
- Lux Leather Package with Quilting and Stitching
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
- Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
- Navigation System with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Heated Steering Wheel and Rear Seats
- Exterior Parking Camera with 360-Degree View
- Auto High-Beam Headlights with Fog Lights

The Platinum trim elevates the Explorer experience with premium leather throughout the cabin, including the door panels and seats, while the salt crystal and onyx color scheme creates an elegant atmosphere. With EPA-estimated 20 city / 27 highway MPG, Actual mileage may vary, you get the capability you need without sacrificing fuel efficiency. The 10-speed automatic transmission works seamlessly with the four-wheel-drive system to provide confident handling in all conditions.

Visit us today to experience this exceptional three-row SUV and discover why the Explorer Platinum stands as a benchmark in its class. Our team is ready to walk you through every detail and help you find the perfect vehicle.

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Online price excludes $25 title fee, $15 electronic processing fee, $10 lien fee (if applicable), and a $180 Vaughn processing fee. Iowa buyers will pay Iowa use tax and license at delivery. Out-of-state buyers will pay their local tax, license, and applicable fees at delivery, plus a $165 out-of-state registration service fee. Vehicles are not available for sale to licensed dealers or vehicle resellers.

Drive to Ottumwa and discover why customers have trusted our family since 1934. Our Price Includes These Itemized Rebates: $1000 - Retail Owner Loyalty. Exp. 11/16/2026 $4000 - Retail Customer Cash. Exp. 11/16/2026 $500 - Mega Bonus Cash. Exp. 11/16/2026

All Features

  • 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
  • B&O Sound System, 14 Spkr
  • Ford Co-Pilot360active2.0
  • Ford Digital Experience W/Google Maps & Play Store
  • Hill Start Assist
  • Keyless Entry W/Push Start
  • 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
  • Indiv Tire Press Monit Sys
  • Latch Child Safety System
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Personal Safety System
  • Sos Post-Crash Alert Sys

Platinum™ (600A)

    Premium Package

      Discount – 4WD Platinum™ with Lux Leather Package and BlueCruise (One-Time Purchase)

        Ford Connectivity Package (1-year Included)

          BlueCruise Hardware

            Discount - Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade

              BlueCruise (Equipment + 1 Year + 90-Day Plan)

                Lux Leather Package

                  Class III Trailer Tow Package


                    • Navigation System
                    • Equipment Group 600A Standard Package
                    • Lux Leather Package
                    • 14 Speakers
                    • AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
                    • Radio data system
                    • Radio: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with HD
                    • Air Conditioning
                    • Automatic temperature control
                    • Front dual zone A/C
                    • Rear air conditioning
                    • Rear window defroster
                    • Memory seat
                    • Power driver seat
                    • Power steering
                    • Power windows
                    • Remote keyless entry
                    • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
                    • Four wheel independent suspension
                    • Speed-sensing steering
                    • Traction control
                    • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
                    • ABS brakes
                    • Dual front impact airbags
                    • Dual front side impact airbags
                    • Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
                    • Front anti-roll bar
                    • Knee airbag
                    • Low tire pressure warning
                    • Occupant sensing airbag
                    • Overhead airbag
                    • Rear anti-roll bar
                    • Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Shade
                    • Power Liftgate
                    • Brake assist
                    • Electronic Stability Control
                    • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
                    • Auto High-beam Headlights
                    • Delay-off headlights
                    • Front fog lights
                    • Fully automatic headlights
                    • Panic alarm
                    • Security system
                    • Speed control
                    • Auto-dimming door mirrors
                    • Bumpers: body-color
                    • Front License Plate Bracket
                    • Heated door mirrors
                    • Power door mirrors
                    • Spoiler
                    • Turn signal indicator mirrors
                    • ActiveX Trimmed Captain's Chairs
                    • Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
                    • Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
                    • Compass
                    • Driver door bin
                    • Driver vanity mirror
                    • Front and 2nd Rows Floor Liners with Carper Floor Mats
                    • Front reading lights
                    • Garage door transmitter
                    • Heated steering wheel
                    • Illuminated entry
                    • Leather steering wheel
                    • Outside temperature display
                    • Overhead console
                    • Passenger vanity mirror
                    • Platinum Badges on Front Row Seats
                    • Quilting and Stitching on Door Panels
                    • Quilting and Stitching on Seats
                    • Rear reading lights
                    • Tachometer
                    • Telescoping steering wheel
                    • Tilt steering wheel
                    • Trip computer
                    • 3rd row seats: bench
                    • Front Bucket Seats
                    • Front Center Armrest
                    • Heated Front Seats
                    • Heated rear seats
                    • Power passenger seat
                    • Premium Leather Seating Surfaces Captain's Chairs
                    • Split folding rear seat
                    • Ventilated front seats
                    • Passenger door bin
                    • Alloy wheels
                    • Wheels: : 21" Bright Machined Aluminum w/Tarnish Dark Pockets
                    • Rain sensing wipers
                    • Rear window wiper
                    • Speed-Sensitive Wipers
                    • Variably intermittent wipers
                    • Vehicle
                      • EPA Classification: Standard SUV 4WD
                    • Mileage
                      • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 23
                      • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
                      • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 27
                    • Weight Information
                      • Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4457
                    • Trailering
                      • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
                      • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
                      • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
                      • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
                      • Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs): 5000
                    • Suspension
                      • Suspension Type - Front: Strut
                      • Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
                      • Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
                      • Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
                    • Brakes
                      • Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
                      • Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
                      • Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
                      • Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
                      • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.6
                      • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6
                    • Tires
                      • Front Tire Size: P255/55VR20
                      • Rear Tire Size: P255/55VR20
                    • Wheels
                      • Front Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8
                      • Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8
                      • Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
                      • Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
                    • Steering
                      • Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
                    • Fuel Tank
                      • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 17.9
                    • Exterior Dimensions
                      • Wheelbase (in): 119.1
                      • Length, Overall (in): 198.8
                      • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.9
                      • Height, Overall (in): 70.2
                      • Track Width, Front (in): 66.9
                      • Track Width, Rear (in): 66.9
                      • Min Ground Clearance (in): 8.2
                      • Liftover Height (in): 32.8
                    • Cargo Area Dimensions
                      • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 84.1
                      • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 49.8
                      • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): 20.8
                      • Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): 64.5
                      • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 47.6
                      • Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 32.8
                      • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 46
                      • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 16.3
                    • Interior Dimensions
                      • Passenger Capacity: 6
                      • Passenger Volume (ft³): 146
                      • Front Head Room (in): 38.9
                      • Front Leg Room (in): 42.9
                      • Front Shoulder Room (in): 62.1
                      • Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
                      • Second Head Room (in): 38.2
                      • Second Leg Room (in): 38.3
                      • Second Shoulder Room (in): 61.9
                      • Second Hip Room (in): 59.1
                      • Third Head Room (in): 38.9
                      • Third Leg Room (in): 32.2
                      • Third Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
                      • Third Hip Room (in): 40.9
                    • Summary
                      • Vehicle Name: Ford Explorer
                      • Body Style: Sport Utility
                    • Emissions
                      • EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5.0
                      • Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.6

                    Warranty

                    • 3Yr/36,000 Bumper / Bumper
                    • 5Yr/60,000 Powertrain
                    • 5Yr/60,000 Roadside Assist
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