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Which Ford Explorer years have ventilated (cooled) seats?

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

YearHas it?Which trims
2026 Some trimsStandard on the Tremor, ST and Platinum. Not on the Active 100a Base �, Active 200a and ST-Line.
2025 Some trimsStandard on the ST and Platinum. Not on the Active and ST-Line.
2024 Some trimsStandard on the Limited, King Ranch and Platinum. Optional on the ST (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the Base, XLT, 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 ventilated (cooled) 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 seatsHeated second-row seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof