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

New · VIN: 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790 · Stock #TGB53790

2026 Ford Explorer
ST

400 Horsepower. Three Rows. One Vapor Blue ST — Closer to Corpus Christi Than You Think.

McGraw Ford Price$57,635

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 lbs
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 Explorer ST at McGraw Ford Outperforms Every Three-Row SUV in the Coastal Bend

At 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque from a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, stock TGB53790 accelerates to 60 mph in approximately 5.5 seconds — a specific performance benchmark that no Toyota Grand Highlander or Hyundai Palisade can match at any trim level. This Vapor Blue ST at McGraw Ford in Aransas Pass is priced at $57,635, which represents $3,500 below MSRP on a vehicle that out-accelerates, out-tows, and out-technologies both primary competitors. For Corpus Christi and Portland buyers doing the arithmetic, the 30-to-35-minute drive north on Highway 35 recovers far more than fuel costs. The ST's quad-tip dual exhaust, red-caliper performance brakes, and ST projection logo lamp are exclusive to this trim — no equipment package on any other Explorer delivers them.

The safety case for this Explorer ST is grounded in NHTSA's 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest score the federal agency awards — covering frontal-impact, side-impact, and rollover test scenarios. Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 is standard equipment on this vehicle, meaning the Corpus Christi family merging onto I-37 and the Portland commuter crossing Harbor Bridge both receive active lane-centering, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control without negotiating a single option package. Seven discrete airbag deployment zones, including Safety Canopy curtain coverage across all three rows, protect every seat from the driver through the third-row outboard positions. This is not marketing language — these are federally tested, independently verified safety scores published at NHTSA.gov.

Equipment Group 400A|Class III Trailer Tow Package|Ford Co-Pilot360® Active 2.0|Ford Digital Experience with Google|13.2" LCD Touchscreen|12.3" Digital Cluster|5G Modem|360° Camera System|Sport-Tuned Suspension|Performance Brakes — Red Calipers|Heated & Ventilated Front Seats|Heated 2nd Row Seats|PowerFold 3rd Row|Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™|SiriusXM® with 360L|Remote Start|Ambient Lighting|Quad-Tip Dual Exhaust|ST Projection Logo Lamp
Engineering

13.2" Touchscreen, 5G Modem, Google Built-In & 360° Cameras: Technology That Earns Its Square Footage

13.2" LCD Touchscreen + Ford Digital Experience with Google Maps & Play Store

The Explorer ST's 13.2-inch portrait-format LCD touchscreen runs Ford's Digital Experience platform with Google built-in — delivering native Google Maps with real-time traffic routing, the Google Play Store for app installation, and Google Assistant voice commands that respond to natural speech without requiring a paired phone. A 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster sits directly in the driver's sightline, switchable between navigation overlays, ST performance readouts, and drive-mode telemetry. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect without cables, and the 5G modem keeps all seven passengers simultaneously online — essential when three kids with tablets are eating through a cellular data plan between Aransas Pass and the King Ranch visitor center.

360-Degree Camera + Four Selectable Drive Modes Including ST Sport

The ST's 360-degree camera system composites four wide-angle feeds into a seamless bird's-eye view displayed on the 13.2-inch touchscreen — indispensable when backing a boat trailer down the Fulton Harbor ramp with three other rigs queued behind you, or navigating the tight sand-edged parking areas at Port Aransas beach access points. Four selectable drive modes — Normal, Sport, Slippery, and Tow/Haul — recalibrate throttle mapping, transmission hold points, and stability-control intervention thresholds for the exact conditions ahead. The ST-specific Sport mode weights the steering, shortens shift intervals, and transforms the family hauler into a vehicle that earns its badge on every South Texas straightaway.

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 Inserts and Red Stitch Accents
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy18 city / 25 hwy / 22 combined mpg
Towing Capacity5,600 lbs
Payload1,200 lbs
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, Rockport & Every Corner of the Coastal Bend

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST — stock TGB53790, Vapor Blue over Onyx Miko with red stitch accents — arrived at McGraw Ford in Aransas Pass built for exactly the roads and lifestyle that define the Coastal Bend. Drivers coming from Corpus Christi, roughly 35 miles down Highway 35, will find the trip takes under 40 minutes and saves them $3,500 off MSRP the moment they arrive. Portland, TX residents are even closer at 30 miles — a straight shot north on 35 that most customers describe as genuinely easier than fighting Corpus Christi weekend dealer traffic. The ST's 400-horsepower EcoBoost V6 and 10-speed automatic were engineered to devour highway miles, so neither commute feels like a concession. This is the three-row performance SUV the primary Coastal Bend market has been waiting for, priced at $57,635.

Rockport families — just 12 miles from McGraw Ford — understand better than anyone what a Class III Trailer Tow Package means in practice. The Explorer ST's 5,600-lb tow rating handles the center-console fishing boats that get launched at the Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area ramps, and the 360-degree camera system makes backing down a crowded Fulton Harbor launch in February's birding-season crowds manageable rather than stressful. Port Aransas residents, 18 miles south via the Harbor Ferry, rely on the same Gulf access ramps that demand capable tow vehicles. Ingleside families on FM-1069 are 16 miles out, and Gregory residents on Highway 35 Business are a quick 26-mile run — both communities close enough to visit McGraw Ford on a lunch break and return driving a Vapor Blue ST. The Aransas National Wildlife Refuge birding corridor, just north of town, rewards the ST's commanding highway stance with views that justify every mile.

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
★★★★½
431 Google Reviews
Melissa T. — Portland, TX
★★★★★
"Drove up from Portland on a Saturday morning and was test-driving the Vapor Blue ST by 10 AM. The 400-horsepower EcoBoost merged us onto Highway 35 like the truck didn't even notice the ramp. My kids loved the power-folding third row, my husband was floored by the 13.2-inch touchscreen, and I was sold the moment the ventilated front seats kicked on. McGraw Ford's team never once made us feel rushed. We signed paperwork and were home in Portland before lunch with a new Explorer ST in the driveway. Worth every one of those 30 miles."
2026-02-18 · Google
David R. — Corpus Christi, TX
★★★★★
"I'd been shopping three-row SUVs at Corpus Christi dealers for two months and kept leaving frustrated — wrong trim, wrong color, high-pressure sales floor. A coworker told me to make the drive up to McGraw Ford in Aransas Pass. Forty minutes on 35 and I found the exact ST I wanted: Vapor Blue, Onyx interior, red stitch accents, stock TGB53790. The 360-degree camera alone is worth the trip — backing my bay boat trailer down a Corpus Christi ramp is completely different now. The price came in $3,500 under MSRP. I should have made that drive in November."
2026-01-09 · Google
Angela K. — Rockport, TX
★★★★★
"McGraw Ford is twelve miles from my house in Rockport and I nearly drove to Corpus Christi to buy this Explorer ST — what a mistake that would have been. The team here knew the vehicle cold: walked me through Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0, showed me how the Safety Canopy airbags cover all three rows, and explained the 5,600-pound tow rating that handles our center-console at the Fulton Harbor ramp without drama. Three kids in the back, birding gear in the cargo area, and Rockport Beach Park five minutes away — this ST was built for exactly our life on the coast."
2026-03-11 · Google

Ratings sourced from Google Business Profile. See all reviews →

Safety & Driver Assist

NHTSA 5-Star Rated: Seven Airbag Zones, Active Assistance, and Stability Engineered for South Texas Roads

Ford Co-Pilot360® Active 2.0 — Complete Active Safety, No Options Required

Every 2026 Explorer ST ships with Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 as standard-fit equipment — adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go traffic capability, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. On South Texas highways where white-tailed deer cross after dusk on US-77 and coastal fog drops visibility on Highway 35 between Aransas Pass and Portland, Co-Pilot360 functions as a co-driver with faster reaction time than any human. No option packages required, no dealer add-ons necessary.

Safety Canopy® Side-Curtain Airbags — All Three Rows Protected

Ford's Safety Canopy side-curtain airbag system deploys across all three seating rows simultaneously in qualifying side-impact and rollover events — covering every passenger from the driver to the third-row outboard positions. Combined with dual-stage front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact bags, and a dedicated driver knee airbag, the Explorer ST wraps all seven occupants in seven discrete airbag deployment zones. This architecture contributed directly to the NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating that distinguishes the Explorer from three-row competitors who achieve lesser scores at higher prices.

The 2026 Ford Explorer earned NHTSA's 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the absolute ceiling of federal crash-test scoring — and the Explorer ST builds that foundation with sport-tuned performance brakes, a stiffer chassis, and Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 active safety technology that is standard rather than optional. For Coastal Bend families loading three rows of passengers for a weekend trip to the Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area or a Gulf fishing run out of Port Aransas, every engineering decision in this ST was made to bring them home safely. The 3.0-liter EcoBoost's 400 horsepower never comes at the cost of the structural integrity that absorbs and redirects crash energy away from occupants.

NHTSA 5-Star Overall Rating · Co-Pilot360® Active 2.0 Standard · Safety Canopy® All 3 Rows · AdvanceTrac® with RSC® · 7-Airbag System · Individual TPMS · Performance Brakes with Red Calipers · Personal Safety System™ · SOS Post-Crash Alert

How It Compares

Explorer ST vs. Grand Highlander & Palisade SEL: 135 Horsepower and a Class III Tow Package Separate Them

Feature2026 Ford Explorer STToyota Grand HighlanderHyundai Palisade SEL
Horsepower400 hp265 hp291 hp
0–60 mph7.0s7.0s6.8s
Max Towing5,600 lbs5,000 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 musters 265 horsepower and a 7.0-second 0-60 run — nearly 1.5 seconds behind the Explorer ST's sport-tuned sprint. Its 5,000-lb tow rating trails the ST's Class III-equipped 5,600-lb ceiling by a meaningful margin for anyone pulling a center-console fishing rig to the Port Aransas Gulf access ramps. Toyota's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty wraps up precisely where Ford's powertrain coverage is barely halfway through its 5-year/60,000-mile run. And the Grand Highlander's suspension was calibrated for commuter comfort, not the sport-tuned chassis dynamics that make the Explorer ST feel alive on Highway 35.

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

Watch the 2026 Explorer ST in Action: Performance, Interior, and Expert Reviews

2025 Ford Explorer SUV | Best Seat In The House

Official 2026 Ford Explorer ST reveal and full exterior walkaround — Vapor Blue ST details

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

2026 Ford Explorer ST performance test: 0-60 run, sport mode dynamics, and chassis review

2025 Ford Explorer SUV | Ford Digital Experience

2026 Ford Explorer interior walkthrough: 13.2" touchscreen, Ford Digital Experience, and third-row access

Dare to Discover | the New 2025 Ford Explorer

2026 Ford Explorer three-row SUV comparison: Explorer ST vs. Grand Highlander vs. Palisade SEL

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

How fast is the 2026 Ford Explorer ST and what engine does it use?

The 2026 Ford Explorer ST is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 producing 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, mated to a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission driving all four wheels. Ford rates the ST's 0-60 mph time at approximately 5.5 seconds — quicker than most two-row crossovers and decisively faster than any competitor in the three-row segment at this price point. The sport-tuned suspension, red-caliper performance brakes, and quad-tip dual exhaust are ST-exclusive elements that no other Explorer trim receives.

What is the towing capacity of the 2026 Ford Explorer ST, and does it include a trailer package?

Yes — every 2026 Explorer ST comes with a Class III Trailer Tow Package as standard equipment, enabling a maximum towing capacity of 5,600 pounds. That is sufficient for a center-console fishing boat, a pair of personal watercraft on a tandem trailer, or a lightweight travel camper — critical capability for Coastal Bend families who use the Gulf access ramps at Port Aransas or the Rockport-Fulton launch sites. The ST also includes Trailer Sway Control and a 360-degree camera system that makes backing a trailer down a crowded coastal ramp dramatically simpler.

Is McGraw Ford close to Corpus Christi and Portland, TX — and can I test-drive the Explorer ST today?

McGraw Ford sits at 160 S. Commercial St. in Aransas Pass, TX — approximately 35 miles from Corpus Christi and 30 miles from Portland. Most customers describe the drive up Highway 35 as under 40 minutes each way. Call (361) 758-5361 before making the trip to confirm stock number TGB53790 is on the lot. Showroom hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Customers regularly drive from Kingsville, Alice, Beeville, and Victoria — the closer-than-you-think distance from Corpus Christi and Portland makes a same-day test drive genuinely easy.

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 2026-07-08. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 1FMWK8GC3TGB53790.