The 2027 Ford Explorer returns without a full redesign, but Ford is adding a bold new Sinister appearance package to freshen up the lineup. Buyers can still choose between capable turbocharged engines, three-row seating, and a wide range of trims built for everyday family use. Order banks are already open, making it possible to start configuring a 2027 Explorer now. Here's what to know about this SUV's updates, pricing, performance, and availability.
Key Takeaways:
- The Ford Explorer will not be redesigned in 2027, but a fun and dark Sinister package makes the 2027 model worth looking into.
- The 2027 Explorer is already open for order, and you can choose from a variety of trims and options to build the right SUV for your needs.
- The Ford Explorer starts right around $40,000 but can exceed $55,000 on higher-level trims.
Will the Ford Explorer be Redesigned in 2027?
The Ford Explorer will not be redesigned in 2027, and the only addition to the midsized SUV is a new package, an optional Sinister appearance package. This package is optional on the Explorer ST, a sportier trim, and includes unique amber running lights, 21-inch gloss black wheels, and a fully blacked-out look.
The popular SUV is one of the best-selling vehicles, and when you select the ST trim, you get one of the quicker midsized SUVs in the class, with a powerful 400 horsepower 3.0-liter V6 engine that goes 0 to 60 in only 5.1 seconds, which is one of the faster times for the segment. The base engine is suitably efficient, a 300-horsepower turbocharged 2.3 liter and gets slightly better gas mileage than the more powerful engine.
When can you order a 2027 Ford Explorer?
The 2027 Ford Explorer is already available for order! Order banks for the upcoming SUV opened in May, and production is slated to begin in August of 2026. The 2027 Ford Explorer has a 13.2-inch infotainment screen that is standard across all trims, which is more than we can say for some of Ford's other offerings. The Explorer also offers three rows of seating, with the third row being able to be stored flat, offering more cargo space in the trunk.
The Explorer is built for on-road speed and comfort, and fulfills both of these goals as one of the faster offerings in the segment with a confident road manner. Whereas many of Ford's SUVs and competing SUVs offer more off-road focus, the Explorer gives you stability and calm on the road, with quick pacing.
How much does a 2027 Ford Explorer Cost?
The 2027 Ford Explorer starts at $40,260 and can cost more than $57,000 on higher trims that come fully loaded. Fully loaded, the Explorer starts to rival the refinement of its Harvard-educated sibling, the Aviator. What is even more fun is the Explorer mirrors its Police Department offering, so if you want vehicles to make way for you, feel free to choose the Explorer ST Sinister package to get an entirely blacked-out SUV.
Is the 2027 Ford Explorer Worth Purchasing?
The 2027 Ford Explorer continues the legacy the model started back in the 1990s. The Explorer has been hauling families around since the 1990s, and continues to do so into the modern era. While it may not look much like the 90s iteration, the 2027 model offers comfortable ride quality and boasts one of the stronger engines in the segment.
Attractive, quick, and comfortable, the Explorer gets you and your family wherever you need to go in style and in great time. Call us now at Banner Ford of Mandeville to set up an appointment to test drive an Explorer or explore your options!