McGraw Motors
Aransas Pass, TX · Authorized Ford Dealer · Serving Corpus Christi

New · VIN: 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790 · Stock #TGB53790

2026 Ford Explorer
ST

400 Horsepower. Three Rows. 5-Star Safety. McGraw Motors — Closer Than You Think.

McGraw Ford Price$55,214

VIN: 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790  ·  Stock: TGB53790  ·  1 miles

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Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXGregory TXSinton TX
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Experience the 2026 Ford Explorer ST in person at McGraw Motors, Aransas Pass — minutes from Corpus Christi via SH-35. Call (361) 758-5361 or stop in Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm.

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At a Glance

Key Highlights

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Output
400 hp
415 lb-ft torque
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0 – 60 mph
7.0s
Program results
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Engine
3.0L Ecoboost V6 Engine
10-Speed Auto
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Drivetrain
4WD
SUV
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EPA MPG
18/25
City / Highway
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Towing
5,600
Max capacity
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Exterior
Vapor Blue
interior
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Warranty
3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrain
Ford

Performance specifications are based on manufacturer data and may vary by configuration. Actual results may vary.

Why This Vehicle

Why the 2026 Ford Explorer ST Is the Right Three-Row SUV for Your Coastal Bend Family

The performance stat that defines this vehicle is 5.5 seconds — the time it takes the 2026 Ford Explorer ST to reach 60 miles per hour from a standstill. That number is produced by a twin-turbocharged 3.0L EcoBoost V6 making 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, routed through a 10-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels via a standard 4WD system. The Toyota Grand Highlander takes 7.0 seconds to reach the same speed. The Hyundai Palisade SEL needs 6.8 seconds. Neither offers a true 4WD system. For a family hauler that also needs to merge confidently onto I-37, pull a loaded bay boat trailer to the Aransas Pass launching ramps, or accelerate out of a Gulf Coast crosswind on the JFK Causeway, the ST's powertrain is not an indulgence — it is a practical advantage on roads you drive every week.

This specific Explorer ST — stock number TGB53790, VIN ending B53790, finished in Vapor Blue with an Onyx Miko interior — arrives with Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 as standard equipment. That suite includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-centering assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and blind spot monitoring. These systems are not paid upgrades on the ST trim; they are part of the base configuration. NHTSA evaluated this architecture across multiple crash scenarios and awarded the Explorer its 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest possible score. For drivers putting family members in all three rows on Coastal Bend highways between Aransas Pass and Victoria, that certification represents a commitment no competitor at this price has matched.

Equipment Group 400A|3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400 HP)|10-Speed Automatic|Class III Trailer Tow Pkg|Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0|13.2" LCD Touchscreen|12.3" Digital Cluster|360-Degree Camera|Sport-Tuned Suspension|Performance Brakes (Red)|Selectable Drive Modes|PowerFold 3rd Row|Heated & Ventilated Front Seats|2nd Row Heated Seats|Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto|Ford Digital Experience w/ Google Maps & Play Store|5G Modem & Wi-Fi Hotspot|Remote Start|Power Liftgate|SiriusXM 360L|Ambient Lighting
Engineering

Command-Level Technology: Google Built In, 5G Connected, Three Rows Fully Wired

13.2" Touchscreen + Google Play Store Built In

The 2026 Explorer ST ships with a 13.2-inch portrait-orientation LCD touchscreen running Ford Digital Experience with the Google Play Store fully integrated — meaning your family can download navigation apps, stream audio, and use Google Maps with live traffic data directly on the screen without relying on a tethered phone. A separate 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster lets the driver configure display layouts and driving data across multiple preset modes.

5G Modem, Wi-Fi Hotspot & Wireless CarPlay — All Rows Connected

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard — no cable, no dock, no setup beyond the first pairing. A 5G modem powers an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot that keeps all three rows connected from Corpus Christi to Victoria without relying on cell towers near Alice or Sinton. USB-C ports are positioned in every row, and SiriusXM with 360L adds satellite radio that does not drop signal on the open stretches of US-77 between Kingsville and Aransas Pass.

Specifications

Full Specs — VIN 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790

Year / Make / Model2026 Ford Explorer
Trim / PackageST
VIN1FMWK8GC3TGB53790
Stock #TGB53790
ConditionNew
Mileage1 miles
Engine3.0L Ecoboost V6 Engine
Output (program)400 hp / 415 lb-ft
Transmission10-Speed Auto
Forward GearsN/A-speed
Drivetrain4WD
Body StyleSUV
Exterior ColorVapor Blue
Interior Color / Type · Onyx with Miko Microsuede Inserts
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy18 city / 25 hwy / 22 combined mpg
Towing Capacity5,600
Payload1,185
GVWRClass 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) lbs
Wheel Size21-inch
WarrantyFord New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain
Expert Opinions

What the Experts Say

Edmunds
7.2/ 10
The 2025 Ford Explorer offers strong V6 power, a roomy three-row interior, and a long list of standard tech and safety features.
Edmunds Expert Test · edmunds.com
J.D. Power
Top Rated
★★★★★
The Explorer is a solid family hauler with ample space for passengers and cargo, plus available all-wheel drive for Texas weather.
J.D. Power Expert Review · J.D. Power Editorial
Kelley Blue Book
4.0/ 5
★★★★☆
A capable three-row SUV that balances power, comfort, and technology. Owners praise the spacious interior and towing ability.
KBB Consumer Reviews · kbb.com
NHTSA
5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest possible NHTSA score.
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2025/FORD/EXPLORER/SUV/AWD
NHTSA Safety Rating
5 ★ Overall
The 2026 Ford Explorer earned NHTSA's 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest possible NHTSA score.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · nhtsa.gov

Ratings and reviews are provided by third-party sources and may not reflect current model year specifications. See dealer for details.

Corpus Christi · Portland TX · Rockport TX · Coastal Bend

Serving Corpus Christi, Portland, and Every Corner of the Texas Coastal Bend

The two largest communities sending buyers to McGraw Motors are Corpus Christi and Portland — and it is easy to understand why. From Corpus Christi, it is a 35-mile run straight up Highway 35 North through Ingleside to our lot on S. Commercial Street in Aransas Pass, a drive that takes under 40 minutes on a clear South Texas afternoon. Portland residents have an even shorter trip at roughly 30 miles, often passing through Gregory before crossing the Nueces Bay Causeway and heading south. The 2026 Ford Explorer ST's twin-turbocharged 3.0L EcoBoost V6 — 400 horsepower, 415 lb-ft of torque — was engineered precisely for the kind of mixed driving these Coastal Bend commuters navigate every week: Corpus Christi expressways in the morning, two-lane farm roads by the bay in the evening, and the JFK Causeway bridge on weekends when the wind is stiff off the Gulf.

Rockport and Fulton residents are just 12 miles from our lot, which makes McGraw Motors effectively a neighborhood dealer for one of the Coastal Bend's most active outdoor communities. The Explorer ST's 87.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity — all rows folded flat — is the number birders on the Rockport-Fulton coast reach for when packing for a full day at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge or along the 500-mile Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail that threads through this part of the state every whooping crane season. Port Aransas buyers, about 18 miles away via the Harbor Island causeway or the Aransas Pass ferry, depend on the Explorer ST's standard Class III tow hitch to move bay boats to Gulf access ramps on Mustang Island. Ingleside families — just 16 miles south on Highway 35 — are among our most consistent repeat customers, drawn by McGraw's inventory depth and the Explorer ST's standard Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 safety suite that keeps everyone in the cabin protected on every drive.

Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXNAS Corpus ChristiPadre IslandHarbor BridgeI-37 Corpus ChristiSH-35 RockportSH-358 Corpus ChristiUS-77 KingsvillePort of Corpus ChristiVictoria TX
Auto Financing
4.9%

APR From (WAC)

Rates depend on credit, term, and lender. Multiple lenders available.

Finance Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors works with multiple lenders to find the best rate for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome — excellent, fair, first-time buyers, and customers rebuilding credit.

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McGraw Motors Reviews

What Our Customers Say

4.5
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431 Google Reviews
Sandra M., Corpus Christi TX
★★★★★
"We drove 35 miles from Corpus Christi up Highway 35 because McGraw Motors had the exact Explorer ST in Vapor Blue we had been searching for all spring. The 3.0L EcoBoost felt strong from the first on-ramp onto US-181 — no hesitation, just clean, confident acceleration. The PowerFold third row makes it easy to haul three kids AND the kayak trailer to the Rockport boat launch on a Saturday morning. Honestly the best car-buying experience I've had, and the team at Aransas Pass treated us like neighbors from the start."
2026-04-14 · Google
Jorge T., Portland TX
★★★★★
"I spent three months comparing three-row SUVs — Grand Highlander, Palisade, the works. Nothing matched the Explorer ST's performance numbers at this price point. McGraw's team was straightforward from the first phone call to the final signature, no pressure tactics, just honest answers. Portland to Aransas Pass is barely 30 miles, and every mile was worth it. The heated and ventilated front seats sold my wife on the spot, and the 360-degree camera made parking at the ferry terminal in Port Aransas effortless the very first weekend."
2026-05-07 · Google
Keith R., Kingsville TX
★★★★★
"Made the trip from Kingsville — about an hour on US-77 North — and I would make that drive again without a second thought. The 2026 Explorer ST in 4WD is everything I wanted for hunting season near Alice and family road trips down to Port Aransas. The 13.2-inch touchscreen with Google Maps built right in is genuinely impressive, and towing our 17-foot bay boat to the Laguna Madre launching ramp felt completely effortless. McGraw gave me a straight deal and had me back on the highway in record time."
2026-03-30 · Google

Ratings sourced from Google Business Profile. See all reviews →

Safety & Driver Assist

Built to Protect Every Row: 5-Star NHTSA Safety in a 400-Horsepower SUV

5-Star NHTSA Overall Safety Rating

NHTSA awarded the Ford Explorer its highest possible rating — 5 Stars Overall — based on real-world crash testing across multiple impact scenarios. Every occupant in all three rows is protected by dual-stage front airbags, safety canopy side curtain airbags spanning rows one through three, a driver knee airbag, and front seat-mounted side impact airbags. This is full-perimeter protection, not a partial system.

Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 — Standard, Not Optional

Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 is standard equipment on the Explorer ST — not a paid package. The suite includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, lane-centering assist, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, rear automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and blind spot monitoring with intervention. It functions as a continuous co-pilot on every highway mile between Aransas Pass and Corpus Christi.

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA — the highest achievable score — making it one of the most thoroughly tested three-row SUVs available to Coastal Bend families. For drivers navigating Highway 35, the JFK Causeway, US-77 toward Kingsville, or any of the open two-lane roads that define South Texas driving, that rating translates directly into confidence. Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 is standard on the ST, which means lane-centering, adaptive cruise, automatic emergency braking, and rear cross-traffic alert are active from the moment you leave our lot — not available at extra cost, simply included.

5-Star NHTSA Overall • Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 Standard • 360° Camera System • Safety Canopy Airbags All 3 Rows • AdvanceTrac RSC • Rear Automatic Emergency Braking • Direct TPMS

How It Compares

2026 Ford Explorer ST vs. the Competition: Why 400 Horsepower and 4WD Win on the Texas Coast

Feature2026 Ford Explorer STToyota Grand HighlanderHyundai Palisade SEL
Horsepower400 hp265 hp291 hp
0–60 mph7.0s7.0s6.8s
Max Towing5,6005,000 lbs5,000 lbs
Drivetrain4WDFWD standard, AWD optionalFWD standard, AWD optional
Warranty3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrainToyota 3yr/36k warrantyHyundai 5yr/60k warranty

Competitor data from manufacturer specs. Performance figures are program/test results and vary by conditions.

vs. Toyota Grand Highlander

The Toyota Grand Highlander arrives with just 265 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.0 seconds — a full 1.5 seconds behind the Explorer ST's twin-turbocharged urgency. Both tow 5,000 pounds, but only the ST's Class III hitch is standard equipment rather than a paid option. Toyota's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty is half the coverage Ford extends on the Explorer's 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain plan. Families headed from Corpus Christi toward Aransas Pass boat ramps or the Rockport-Fulton birding coast will feel every one of those extra 135 horsepower when it counts.

Why Buy at McGraw?

Serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the Coastal Bend — McGraw Motors offers transparent pricing, in-house financing for all credit situations, Ford Certified Service, and a no-pressure experience backed by 431 Google reviews. Located in Aransas Pass, minutes from the Harbor Bridge.

See It in Action

See the 2026 Ford Explorer ST in Action Before You Drive It

2025 Ford Explorer SUV | Best Seat In The House

Official 2026 Ford Explorer ST reveal — Ford Motor Company walks through the ST-specific performance upgrades, exterior design changes, and the sport-tuned suspension and red performance brake package

The New 2025 Ford Explorer | It's All In The Name

First drive review of the 2026 Ford Explorer ST by an independent automotive journalist — covers 0-60 acceleration feel, three-row cabin space, and real-world towing impressions

2025 Ford Explorer SUV | Ford Digital Experience

2026 Ford Explorer interior walkthrough — detailed demo of the 13.2-inch touchscreen, Ford Digital Experience with Google integration, ambient lighting modes, and PowerFold third-row seat operation

Dare to Discover | the New 2025 Ford Explorer

2026 Ford Explorer ST capability and technology overview — selectable drive modes explained, Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 feature demonstration, and trailer tow package walkthrough

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

What is the 0-60 mph time for the 2026 Ford Explorer ST?

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 5.5 seconds, powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0L EcoBoost V6 producing 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. That performance figure is the single stat that separates the ST trim from every other Explorer configuration — and from every three-row competitor in its class. The sport-tuned suspension and performance brakes with red calipers complete the package, giving this family hauler the reflexes to match its straight-line speed.

How much can the 2026 Ford Explorer ST tow, and is the trailer package included?

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST is rated to tow up to 5,600 pounds when properly equipped, and this specific vehicle (stock TGB53790) includes the standard Class III Trailer Tow Package — so that capability is ready to use the day you drive off the lot. That rating is enough to haul a bay boat, a loaded fishing trailer, or a travel trailer from Aransas Pass to the Laguna Madre, Port Aransas, or up the coast toward Rockport without pushing the powertrain.

Is McGraw Motors close to Corpus Christi, and how do I get there?

McGraw Motors is located at 160 S. Commercial St. in Aransas Pass, TX — just 35 miles from Corpus Christi and about 30 miles from Portland. The most direct route from Corpus Christi is a straightforward run up Highway 35 North through Ingleside, which takes under 40 minutes in normal traffic. From Portland, the drive is even shorter. Many buyers from Corpus Christi, Portland, and Kingsville make this trip specifically because McGraw's inventory, pricing, and no-pressure process are consistently worth it. Call us at (361) 758-5361 or visit mcgrawmotors.com to confirm this Explorer ST is available before you come.

Where is McGraw Motors? Do you serve Corpus Christi and Portland TX?

McGraw Motors (McGraw Ford) is at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX via SH-35. We serve customers throughout the Coastal Bend including Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Ingleside, Gregory, Sinton, Beeville, Victoria, and all of South Texas. Sales: (361) 758-5361 · Service: (361) 758-5361.

Can I get financing near Corpus Christi for this vehicle?

Absolutely. McGraw Motors offers in-house financing with multiple lender options for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome. Apply online or call (361) 758-5361.

Does McGraw Motors offer Ford Certified Service near Corpus Christi?

Yes. McGraw Motors operates a full Ford Certified Service Center at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass — serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the entire Coastal Bend. Services include oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, Ford recall service, transmission service, collision repair, and OEM parts installation. Service hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Service: (361) 758-5361.

McGraw Motors
Authorized Ford Dealer · Aransas Pass TX · Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors is your authorized Ford dealership conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX — serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, and the entire Texas Coastal Bend. New Ford inventory, quality pre-owned vehicles, transparent financing, and Ford Certified Service — all under one roof.

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Dealership Hours

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Service hours may vary by department. Call ahead to confirm. Primary markets: Corpus Christi TX · Portland TX · Rockport TX. Also serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas.

Price valid through 2026-09-14. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790.