What mpg will the 2026 Ford Explorer get in my mix?
At 50% city
23.7mpg
- EPA city 20. Highway 29.
- 2026 Ford Explorer Active RWD.
- Rank 2 of 7 at 50% city.
- Ranks flip with the Nissan Pathfinder at 52% city.
- Median of 137 gas and hybrid SUVs (2026) at 50% city: 23.8 mpg.
50% city miles.
| Car | City | Highway | At 50% city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Highlander XLE AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 |
| 2026 Ford Explorer Active RWD | 20 | 29 | 23.7 |
| Nissan Pathfinder S 2WD | 21 | 27 | 23.6 |
| Chevrolet Traverse LT FWD | 20 | 26 | 22.6 |
| Honda Pilot Sport 2WD | 19 | 27 | 22.3 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x2 | 19 | 26 | 22 |
| Ford Expedition XL SSV 4WD | 15 | 22 | 17.8 |
| City miles | Mpg |
|---|---|
| 0% | 29 |
| 25% | 26.1 |
| 50% | 23.7 |
| 75% | 21.7 |
| 100% | 20 |
What this cannot tell you
EPA city and highway ratings. Your own mpg will differ.
Rivals use their cheapest rated trim.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree