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Hastings Ford – Confident Highway Comfort with the 2026 Ford Explorer Platinum for Drivers near Kearney, NE
Looking for a family SUV that blends quiet luxury, long-drive confidence, and modern assistance features that reduce daily fatigue? The 2026 Ford Explorer® Platinum™ was designed around those needs, pairing a richly appointed interior with advanced tech such as BlueCruise hands-free highway driving assistance, Ford Co-Pilot360® features, and the available Ford Digital Experience for curated apps and streaming while parked. It’s the right trim for drivers who want upscale comfort every mile, without giving up the flexible seating, cargo space, and towing muscle the Explorer name is known for.
Inside, the Platinum™ cabin shifts commutes and road trips to a calmer rhythm. Heated, ventilated, and massaging front-row seats with leather inserts take the edge off long days, while the available panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade adds a bright, airy feel when you want it and quick shade when you don’t. With seating for up to seven and generous cargo dimensions, your crew and their gear settle in comfortably. Add available Intelligent 4WD and selectable drive modes, and you have composed traction for four-season driving and gravel cut-throughs when your route detours.
On the move, BlueCruise helps manage acceleration, braking, and steering on compatible highways while you remain attentive, easing the mental load of longer commutes and cross-state drives. Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control, plus additional driver-assist technologies, help you maintain a safe buffer and stay alert to changing traffic patterns. It’s a subtle suite of support that feels designed around how families actually drive.
If your expectations include premium audio, confident visibility, and everyday utility, Platinum™ is a standout. The cabin is serene and smartly organized, with intuitive controls and tech that complements rather than competes for attention. It’s purposeful luxury — features you’ll use, day after day, without feeling overdone.
- Highway ease: BlueCruise hands-free highway driving helps reduce fatigue on longer routes while you stay attentive.
- Premium comfort: Heated, ventilated, and massaging front-row seats with leather inserts transform daily commuting.
- Year-round confidence: Available Intelligent 4WD and selectable drive modes add traction and control when conditions change.
- Flexible utility: Three rows of seating and generous cargo space fit school days, errands, and weekend getaways.
- Modern connectivity: The available Ford Digital Experience brings curated apps and streaming while parked into your routine.
At Hastings Ford, our product specialists spend time understanding how you drive — solo commutes, carpool duty, weekend road trips — and then dial in the right equipment so everything feels effortless. We will walk you through BlueCruise features, demonstrate how driver-assist technologies work together, and help you choose accessories that fit your lifestyle, from cargo solutions to all-weather protection.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does the 2026 Explorer Platinum include BlueCruise?
Explorer Platinum is equipped with BlueCruise hands-free highway driving assistance to help with acceleration, braking, and steering on compatible sections while you remain attentive.
What sets Platinum comfort apart from other trims?
Platinum includes heated, ventilated, and massaging front-row seats with leather inserts, plus available features like a panoramic fixed glass roof with power sunshade for elevated comfort and ambiance.
Is Intelligent 4WD available on Platinum?
Yes, available Intelligent 4WD adds traction and control for varied weather and road conditions, working with selectable drive modes to tailor response to your route.
We are proud to be serving Grand Island, Aurora, and Kearney with a team that makes choosing, driving, and maintaining your SUV straightforward and enjoyable. If Platinum™ aligns with your wish list — relaxed highway assistance, serene seating, confident four-season traction — our team will help you step into the exact configuration that fits your life.
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