The 2027 Ford Explorer adds a standard 5G modem and native Google Maps across the lineup, a meaningful upgrade over the prior year. The base 2.3L EcoBoost still delivers 300 hp and 310 lb-ft, while the 3.0L twin-turbo V6 is available on ST, Tremor, and Platinum. This page covers every trim, spec, and change, with new Explorer inventory available at Chesrown Ford of Sidney.
The most notable technology addition for 2027 is the standard 5G modem, which supports a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices at a range of up to 50 feet. That connectivity upgrade pairs with native Google Maps navigation and Google Assistant voice controls built into the 13.2-inch touchscreen, replacing the need for a phone-based navigation workaround.
The Ford Connectivity Package, included for one year at no added charge, brings streaming, games, while parked, and karaoke to the rear-seat experience. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are also standard across all trims.
On the exterior, Vapor Blue Metallic and Marsh Gray join the color palette, giving buyers seven choices including Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Agate Black Metallic, Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, Carbonized Gray Metallic, and Avalanche Gray.
The Tremor trim carries the most distinct off-road identity in the lineup for 2027, with an 8.7-inch minimum ground clearance and a 24.1-degree approach angle, both the highest figures in the Explorer family.
The 2027 Explorer spans five trims, each adding meaningfully to the one below it.
Active is the entry point. It rides on 18-inch Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum wheels and seats up to seven. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with Intelligent 4WD available. Ground clearance on the Active sits at 7.6 inches.
ST-Line steps up with a sport-tuned visual identity. It wears 20-inch Ebony-painted machined aluminum wheels as standard and is available with 21-inch Magnetite-painted aluminum. Like the Active, it runs the 2.3L EcoBoost with rear-wheel drive standard and Intelligent 4WD available.
Tremor is the off-road-oriented trim. It comes standard with Intelligent 4WD and carries 8.7 inches of ground clearance, an approach angle of 24.1 degrees, and an 18-inch High Gloss Ebony Black-painted wheel with Electric Spice accents. The 3.0L twin-turbo V6 is available on the Tremor. Seating is configured for six occupants.
ST is the performance trim. It comes standard with the 3.0L twin-turbo V6, 21-inch Magnetite-painted aluminum wheels, and 7.8 inches of ground clearance. An optional 21-inch Gloss Black wheel is also available.
Platinum is the flagship, sitting at 70.2 inches tall and carrying 8.3 inches of ground clearance. It comes standard with 20-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels and is available with 21-inch bright-machined or Dark Alloy-painted machined wheels. The 3.0L V6 is an available upgrade. A premium moonroof option is available on the Platinum, though it reduces front and second-row headroom slightly.
Every 2027 Explorer starts with the 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4, rated at 300 hp at 5,500 rpm and 310 lb-ft of torque at 3,500 rpm. A 10-speed automatic transmission is standard across all trims. Base curb weight is 4,248 lbs on the 2.3L RWD configuration.
Buyers on the ST, and optionally on the Tremor and Platinum, can choose the 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6. That engine produces 400 hp in federal-emissions states, 385 hp in some states, and 415 lb-ft of torque, a substantial step above the standard engine. EPA fuel economy for the 3.0L V6 is 18 city, 25 highway, and 20-21 combined MPG. Premium unleaded gasoline is required on the V6 to achieve rated output.
Rear-wheel drive is the base drivetrain on Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. Intelligent 4WD is available on those trims and is standard on the Tremor. The 2.3L fuel tank holds 17.9 gallons; the 3.0L V6 uses a 20.2-gallon tank.
EPA fuel economy for the 2.3L engine is 20 city, 27 highway, and 24 combined.
Premium unleaded gasoline is required to achieve the rated output on both engines.
The maximum tow rating is 5,000 lbs across all trims.
The 2027 Explorer carries seven passengers in three rows on the Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trims. The Tremor is configured for six.
First-row legroom reaches 43 inches on the Active and ST-Line, with a slight reduction to 42.9 inches on the ST, Platinum, and Tremor. Second-row legroom is 37.5 inches on the Active and ST-Line and 37.0 inches on the remaining trims. Third-row legroom is 31.8 inches across all configurations.
Shoulder room in the first row measures 62.1 inches, and 61.9 inches in the second. The third row offers 54.6 inches of shoulder room, which is competitive for the class.
Cargo behind the third row is 16.3 cubic feet. Fold the second row and that grows to 46 cubic feet. With all rear rows folded, maximum cargo capacity 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 key fob, which adds convenience when loading cargo. Seven exterior color choices allow for strong personalization, from the bold Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat to the understated Marsh Gray.
The 2027 Explorer’s technology package centers on a 13.2-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Both displays are standard across all trims.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto connect without a cable. Google Maps navigation and Google Assistant voice controls are built directly into the system, so drivers are not dependent on a phone for routing.
The 5G modem supports a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices at distances up to 50 feet, making the cabin a usable workspace or streaming hub for passengers.
Audio starts with a 10-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen. An upgrade to a 14-speaker, 980-watt B&O system is available for buyers who want a more substantial audio setup.
The Ford Connectivity Package, included for one year, adds streaming content, games, available while parked, and a karaoke feature that buyers and families near Sidney have called a genuine crowd-pleaser on road trips.
Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology is standard on every 2027 Explorer trim. The suite includes adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera system, both of which are standard rather than optional.
Child door locks and LATCH-compatible child seat anchors are also standard, a practical detail for family buyers who make up a significant portion of Explorer shoppers in the Sidney, Ohio area.
The 360-degree camera system is particularly useful in parking situations. Combined with the Tremor’s 24.1-degree approach angle and the Platinum’s 8.3-inch ground clearance, the available driver assistance tech scales with each trim’s intended use.
The 2027 Explorer is the right choice for buyers who want a three-row family SUV with a genuine performance option and now a tech stack that does not require constant phone integration.
The shift to built-in 5G connectivity and Google Maps native navigation is the clearest year-over-year improvement. Buyers who found the prior model’s phone-dependent navigation a friction point will notice the difference immediately.
Families in and around Sidney shopping for a seven-passenger vehicle with solid cargo versatility, up to 85.8 cubic feet, will find the Active and ST-Line trims well-equipped for daily use. Buyers who want weekend capability without a separate off-road vehicle should take a close look at the Tremor. Performance-focused buyers who want the 400 hp V6 in a three-row package should head straight to the ST.
The prior year’s 2.3L powertrain carries over essentially unchanged, so owners of recent Explorers looking for a powertrain upgrade will need to step to a V6 trim to find a meaningful difference.
Chesrown Ford of Sidney stocks the full 2027 Explorer lineup, from the Active through the Platinum. If you are in Sidney or anywhere across the surrounding Ohio area, the inventory online shows current availability so you can match the right trim to your needs before you visit the showroom.
The standard engine is a 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4 producing 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The 3.0L twin-turbo V6, rated at 400 hp in federal-emissions states, is standard on the ST and available on the Tremor and Platinum.
Seven passengers on the Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trims. The Tremor is configured for six occupants.
Cargo behind the third row is 16.3 cubic feet. Behind the second row it expands to 46 cubic feet. Maximum cargo capacity with all rear seats folded is 85.8 cubic feet on Active and ST-Line trims.
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are standard on all 2027 Explorer trims, with no cable required.
The 2027 Explorer tows up to 5,000 lbs across all trim levels.
Yes. A 5G modem is standard and supports a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices at a range of up to 50 feet.
The 2.3L EcoBoost is EPA-rated at 20 city, 27 highway, and 24 combined MPG. The 3.0L twin-turbo V6 is EPA-rated at 18 city, 25 highway, and 20-21 combined MPG. Both engines require premium unleaded gasoline to achieve rated output.
Chesrown Ford of Sidney carries the 2027 Explorer. Use the inventory link on this page to check current stock by trim and color before visiting.
