Which Ford Explorer years have a heated steering wheel?
The Ford Explorer offers a heated steering wheel in 3 of the 3 model years we have trim data for (2024–2026). It first appears in 2024, standard on the Limited, ST, King Ranch and Platinum and optional on the XLT. In 2026 it's standard on the ST-Line, Tremor and ST, optional on the Active 200a, and not available on the Active 100a Base � and Platinum.
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Some trims | Standard on the ST-Line, Tremor and ST. Optional on the Active 200a (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Active 100a Base � and Platinum. |
| 2025 | Some trims | Standard on the ST-Line and ST. Optional on the Active (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Platinum. |
| 2024 | Some trims | Standard on the Limited, ST, King Ranch and Platinum. Optional on the XLT (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Base, ST-Line and Timberline. |
"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 a heated steering wheel
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 seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof