2027 Ford Explorer: Trims, Specs, and What's New
The 2027 Ford Explorer arrives with a standard 13.2-inch touchscreen, 5G modem, and Google Maps native navigation across all trims. The five-trim lineup adds the off-road-ready Tremor and a performance-focused ST with a twin-turbo V6. This page covers every trim, spec, and key change, plus current inventory at George Coleman Ford.
What's New for 2027
The biggest story on the 2027 Explorer is its tech package. Every trim now ships with a 13.2-inch center touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a built-in 5G modem. Google Maps native navigation and Google Assistant voice controls are standard, not an add-on.
The Ford Connectivity Package, included for one year, brings streaming, karaoke, and in-vehicle games while parked. That feature set raises the standard significantly compared to earlier Explorer generations.
The Tremor trim returns as the Explorer's dedicated off-road configuration, carrying standard Intelligent 4WD and 8.7 inches of ground clearance. Buyers who want a trail-capable three-row SUV now have a dedicated build rather than an add-on package.
Trim Lineup
The 2027 Explorer runs five trims, each with a clear focus.
Active
Active is the entry point. It rides on 18-inch Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum wheels, seats seven, and carries the full tech suite described above. RWD is standard; Intelligent 4WD is optional.
ST-Line
ST-Line steps up the sport aesthetic with 20-inch Ebony-painted machined aluminum wheels and available 21-inch Magnetite wheels. Mechanically it shares the 2.3L EcoBoost with Active, but the visual treatment is sharper.
Tremor
Tremor is the off-road build. It comes standard with Intelligent 4WD, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and 18-inch High Gloss Ebony Black wheels with Electric Spice accents. The available 3.0L EcoBoost V6 is an upgrade option on this trim. Note that Tremor seats six, not seven.
ST
ST is the performance trim. The 3.0L twin-turbo V6 is standard here, producing up to 400 hp in federal-state configurations. It rolls on 21-inch Magnetite wheels with optional 21-inch Gloss Black aluminum.
Platinum
Platinum is the comfort and luxury anchor of the lineup. It rides higher than Active and ST-Line (70.2 inches vs. 69.6 inches), stands on 20-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels, and offers the 3.0L V6 as an upgrade. The available B&O 14-speaker 980W audio system is a meaningful step up from the standard 10-speaker setup.
Performance & Powertrain
The standard engine across Active, ST-Line, and as the base option on Tremor and Platinum is the 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4, rated at 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission. RWD is standard on most trims; AWD is optional.
The 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 is standard on the ST and available on Tremor and Platinum. Output reaches 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque in federal-state builds (385 hp in green states). EPA fuel economy ratings
EPA fuel economy for the 2.3L EcoBoost stands at 20 city / 27 highway / 24 combined. Towing capacity reaches 5,000 lbs across all trims.
The Tremor's Intelligent 4WD is standard (not optional), giving it a 24.1-degree approach angle and an 8.7-inch ground clearance figure that no other Explorer trim matches.
Interior, Comfort & Cargo
The 2027 Explorer stretches 198.7 inches in length with a 119.1-inch wheelbase. First-row passengers get 43 inches of leg room and 40.7 inches of headroom. Second-row leg room measures 37.5 inches on Active and ST-Line, and 37.0 inches on ST, Platinum, and Tremor. Third-row leg room is 31.8 inches.
Cargo is genuinely practical. Behind the third row you get 16.3 cubic feet. Fold the third row and that jumps to 46 cubic feet behind the second row. Maximum cargo volume reaches 85.8 cubic feet on Active and ST-Line, and 85.3 cubic feet on ST, Platinum, and Tremor.
The power liftgate opens and closes via the key fob, a useful touch when your arms are full. Seven color options span Avalanche Gray, Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Agate Black Metallic, Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Vapor Blue Metallic, and Marsh Gray.
Technology & Infotainment
The 13.2-inch center touchscreen is the focal point of the cabin. Paired with the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, the dual-screen layout is standard on every 2027 Explorer, not reserved for upper trims.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect without a cable. Google Maps handles navigation natively, and Google Assistant responds to voice commands. The 5G modem supports a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices within 50 feet.
Audio choices run from the standard B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with 10 speakers up to the available 14-speaker, 980W B&O system on Platinum. The Ford Connectivity Package adds streaming, in-vehicle karaoke, and parked-vehicle games for one included year.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology is standard on every 2027 Explorer. The suite includes Adaptive Cruise Control and a 360-degree camera system. Child door locks and LATCH child seat anchors are also standard across the lineup.
The 360-degree camera is a notable standard inclusion, as many competing three-row SUVs reserve that feature for upper trims. Families shopping in Travelers Rest or surrounding South Carolina communities will find the full safety suite accessible from the base Active trim.
Who It's For / vs. the Prior Year
The 2027 Explorer is the right choice for buyers who need three rows of genuine seating, want modern connectivity without paying for an upgrade package, and value powertrain flexibility. The 2.3L EcoBoost handles daily family duties efficiently. The ST's V6 serves drivers who want the same three-row layout with noticeably more output.
Compared to earlier Explorer generations, the 2027 model standardizes features that previously cost extra, particularly the large touchscreen, wireless connectivity, and the 360-degree camera. The Tremor gives buyers a trail-capable version of the Explorer that did not exist in older lineups as a standalone trim. If you were watching the prior-year model and waiting for a meaningful tech update, the 2027 is the year to move.
See the 2027 Ford Explorer at George Coleman Ford in Travelers Rest
George Coleman Ford serves Travelers Rest and the broader Upstate South Carolina area with in-stock 2027 Explorer inventory across the full trim range. Whether you are comparing the Active to the ST-Line or deciding between the Tremor and the ST, the team can walk you through every spec in person. Browse current inventory online or come in to see the lineup firsthand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2027 Ford Explorer come with?
The standard engine is the 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4, rated at 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6, producing up to 400 hp, is standard on the ST and available on Tremor and Platinum.
How many people does the 2027 Ford Explorer seat?
Most 2027 Explorer trims seat seven. The Tremor seats six.
What is the towing capacity of the 2027 Ford Explorer?
The 2027 Explorer tows up to 5,000 lbs across all trims.
Does the 2027 Ford Explorer have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on every 2027 Explorer trim, no cable required.
What is the cargo space in the 2027 Ford Explorer?
Behind the third row, cargo volume is 16.3 cubic feet. With the third row folded, it grows to 46 cubic feet. Maximum cargo volume is 85.8 cubic feet on Active and ST-Line trims.
Does the 2027 Ford Explorer come with all-wheel drive?
RWD is standard on Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. AWD is available on those trims. The Tremor comes with standard Intelligent 4WD.
What trims are available on the 2027 Ford Explorer?
The 2027 Explorer is offered in five trims: Active, ST-Line, Tremor, ST, and Platinum.
What MPG does the 2027 Ford Explorer get?
The 2.3L EcoBoost is EPA-rated at 20 city / 27 highway / 24 combined.