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Which Ford Explorer years have heated rear seats?

The Ford Explorer offers heated rear seats in 3 of the 3 model years we have trim data for (2024–2026). It first appears in 2024, standard on the Timberline, Limited, King Ranch and Platinum and optional on the ST. In 2026 it's standard on the Tremor, ST and Platinum, optional on the ST-Line, and not available on the Active 100a Base � and Active 200a.

YearHas it?Which trims
2026 Some trimsStandard on the Tremor, ST and Platinum. Optional on the ST-Line (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Active 100a Base � and Active 200a.
2025 Some trimsStandard on the ST and Platinum. Optional on the ST-Line (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Active.
2024 Some trimsStandard on the Timberline, Limited, King Ranch and Platinum. Optional on the ST (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Base, XLT and ST-Line.

"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.

Every model with heated rear seats

More about the Ford Explorer

Wireless Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingThird row (7+ seats)Power liftgateAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof