Where is the new Ford Explorer built?
The new Ford Explorer for the U.S. market is built at Ford’s Chicago Assembly Plant in Chicago, Illinois. This is the primary production site for the latest generation in North America.
Production location and context
In the United States, Ford assigns the Explorer to the Chicago Assembly Plant, a facility that has long served as a hub for Ford’s mid-size SUV lineup. Building the Explorer here allows Ford to coordinate closely with North American dealer networks and supply chains.
Global production notes
Ford markets Explorer variants in multiple regions, and production for those markets can occur at different plants within Ford’s global network. For the North American-spec Explorer, however, the Chicago plant remains the main production site.
What this means for buyers
Location can influence lead times, trim availability, and delivery timelines. With the Explorer being produced in Chicago, U.S. customers typically experience relatively efficient distribution and standardized options across the regional dealer network.
The current Explorer for the U.S. market is manufactured at the Chicago Assembly Plant in Illinois. Regional production strategies may apply to other markets, but Chicago is the primary site for the North American version.
Summary
The new Ford Explorer is built at the Chicago Assembly Plant in Chicago, Illinois, serving as the main production site for its North American market. Variants for other regions may be produced elsewhere according to regional needs.
