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2027 Ford Explorer

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2027
2026
Horsepower
300 - 385 hp
Seating
6 - 7
Cargo Volume
85.3 - 85.8 cu ft
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
  • V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter
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2027 Ford Explorer Overview

Explorer Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Ford Explorer (2020-current) a 3.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 58% recommend it. These figures are based on 96 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2027 Ford Explorer

"Transmission"

"Transmission broke at 17000 took 3 months to get parts for rebuild, defrost strips coming off rear glass, replaced , fix rear camera twice, cracked catalytic converter left side, be nice car if I could keep it out of shop. So warranty has covered everything. Fun to drive, impressed with performance."

"Another hacked together vehicle at a high cost"

"Started with paneling popping off at Less than 5k miles, then the window became stuck in the down position, 2 hours at the dealer from them to just get it back up and tell us the post won’t be in for awhile, now the radio isn’t working. Every mechanical malfunction came with Parts that were scorching hot to the touch when trying to troubleshoot. It’s at 11500 miles, owned since March and have regretted it since."

"3rd Explorer and still happy"

"This is my third Explorer and I still love it. I drive about 25,000 a year with a heavy foot and typically drive my cars to the ground. In 4 months I’ve owned it, I already put 12,000 miles and fortunately zero issues, it’s swerving capabilities are still good, I enjoy the assisted driving, the sound from the speakers are clean and clear. It’s actually pretty quiet."

Overall 2027 Ford Explorer Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2027 Ford Explorer is about average for its class. Owners rated the 2027 Ford Explorer quality a 3.5 out of 5.

2027 Ford Explorer Reliability

The 2027 Ford Explorer receives an average consumer rating of 3.6 overall and a 3.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2027 Explorer Features

According to drivers of the 2027 Explorer, here are some of its best features:

  • Cool features if they function
  • Captain chairs, spacious trunk space, pretty quiet
  • Roomy- comfort- smooth on long trips
  • Gas mileage, need for speed, bells and whistles.
  • Reliability, very comfortable, form fitting seats, space/storage

2027 Explorer Safety

2027 Ford Explorer Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Blind-Spot Alert
  • Collision Warning System
  • Driver Attention Assist Monitor
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Front & Rear Parking Sensors
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Pedestrian Detection System
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side View Cameras
  • Surround View Camera
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2027 Ford Explorer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.6
Consumer Rating
Based on 96 Consumer Reviews
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65%Recommend this vehicle
Value
3.5
Performance
4.1
Quality
3.5
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
3.6
Styling
4.6

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2027 Ford Explorer Styles

Style
Horsepower
Seating
Cargo Capacity
Engine
Towing Capacity
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
ST
385 hp
7
85.3 cu ft
V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter
5000 lbs
4688 lbs
4WD
Tremor
300 hp
6
85.3 cu ft
4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
5000 lbs
4360 lbs
4WD
Active
300 hp
7
85.8 cu ft
4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
5000 lbs
4248 lbs
RWD
ST-Line
300 hp
7
85.3 cu ft
4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
5000 lbs
4360 lbs
4WD
Platinum
300 hp
7
85.3 cu ft
4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
5000 lbs
4360 lbs
4WD
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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
4561 lbs.
EPA Passenger
149.5 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
20.2 gallons
Front Head Room
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room
43.0 inches
Max Seating Capacity
7
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.8 inches
Overall Length
198.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room
62.1 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
5000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
85.8 cu.ft.
Wheel Base
119.1 inches
Width with mirrors
89.3 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Fog Lights
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Panorama Moon Roof
Available
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Available
Privacy Glass
Available
Roof Rails
Available
LED Headlights
Available
Rear Spoiler
Available

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
10 speed
Available
Recommended Fuel
Regular
Hill Start Assist
Available

Performance

Horsepower
385 hp
Torque
415 foot pounds
Engine
V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Climate Control Air Conditioning
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Integrated Garage Door Opener
  • Interior Ambient Lighting

Entertainment

  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Radio
  • Satellite Radio

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Rear Window Defroster
  • 12V Power Outlet
  • Power Outlet
  • Steering Wheel Controls
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Third Row Seat
  • Folding Rear Seat
  • Heated Seats
  • Heated Rear Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat
  • Power Folding Third Row Seat

Security

  • Alarm System

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Internet Access
  • Push-Button Engine Start
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Smartphone Interface
  • Touch Screen Monitor
  • USB Port

2027 Ford Explorer Safety

Safety Features & Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Blind-Spot Alert
  • Collision Warning System
  • Driver Attention Assist Monitor
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Front & Rear Parking Sensors
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Pedestrian Detection System
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side View Cameras
  • Surround View Camera
5.0

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2026 rating shown. 2027 may differ.
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0

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Report: Ford Paused Explorer Production Over Magnet Shortage

A new report says Ford temporarily paused Explorer production over a shortage of rare Earth magnets caused by a trade dispute.

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FAQs

How reliable is the 2027 Ford Explorer?

Kelley Blue Book users rate the 2027 Ford Explorer reliability 5 out of 5 stars, which is far above average for a vehicle of its class.

Is 2027 a good year for a Ford Explorer?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2027 Explorer is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Ford Explorer 2027 a good SUV?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2027 Explorer is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
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