Meet the 2027 Ford Explorer Activeâ"a commanding new SUV built for families who demand capability and comfort. With its bold black exterior, refined Ultra Dark Space Gray interior, and advanced 2.3L EcoBoost engine paired with a 10-speed automatic, this 4WD Explorer delivers responsive performance and impressive efficiency with 20 city/27 highway MPG. Factory-fresh and ready for the road, the Explorer Active combines adventure-ready engineering with everyday practicality.
Key Features:
- SECURICODE Keyless Entry Keypad
- 20" Carbonized Gray-Painted Aluminum Wheels
- Active Comfort Package
- 18" Spare Wheel & Jack Kit
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Integration
- Navigation System
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Power Driver Seat with Tilt/Telescoping Steering
- Electronic Stability Control & Traction Control
The Explorer Active arrives fully equipped with premium amenities including SiriusXM satellite radio, multiple airbags, 911 Assist emergency communication, and a comprehensive suite of driver assistance and comfort features. Its spacious three-row seating with split-folding rear seats accommodates up to seven passengers, while the independent suspension system and anti-roll bars ensure a smooth, controlled ride on any terrain. Whether you're navigating city streets or heading into the great outdoors, this Explorer is engineered to elevate every journey.
Come experience the Explorer Active firsthand. Our team is ready to walk you through every feature and get you behind the wheel for a test drive that showcases its remarkable blend of power, versatility, and refinement.
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New 2027 FordExplorer Active
- Exterior Color
- Agate Black
- Interior Color
- Ultra Dark Space Gray
- Fuel Economy (EPA-estimated MPG. Actual results may vary.)
- 20/27 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- 1FMUK8DH7VGA02512
- Stock Number
- VGA02512
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Speed sensitive wipers
- 3rd row seats
- Split folding rear seat
Included Packages & Accessories
- Navigation System
- 6 Speakers
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- AM/FM Stereo
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Rear window defroster
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
- Front anti-roll bar
- Knee airbag
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Auto High-beam Headlights
- Delay-off headlights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Speed control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Spoiler
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Compass
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front reading lights
- Illuminated entry
- Outside temperature display
- Overhead console
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Rear reading lights
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- 3rd row seats: bench
- Front Bucket Seats
- Front Center Armrest
- Split folding rear seat
- Passenger door bin
- Alloy wheels
- Wheels: 18" Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum
- Rear window wiper
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Variably intermittent wipers
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Air conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Navigation system
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 255/65HR18.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 255/65HR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Primary LCD size: 13.2"
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Basic warranty: 36 months/36,000miles
- Corrosion perforation warranty: 60 months/ unlimited distance
- Roadside assistance coverage: 60 months/60,000miles
- 3rd row seats: bench
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Seat Upholstery: cloth
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Electric motor 1 torque: none
- Electric motor horsepower: none
- Engine liters: 2.3L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 20mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 27mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.9gal.
- Horsepower: 300hp @ 5,500RPM
- Hybrid electric powertrain type: none
- Hybrid system combined power torque: none
- Hybrid system net power: none
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
- Transmission: 10 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 20 deg
- Departure angle: 22 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 208mm (8.2")
- Ramp breakover angle: 17 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Hitch Class: III
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: liftgate
- Spoiler
- Trailer hitch
- Trailer sway control
- 3rd row headroom: 988mm (38.9")
- 3rd row hiproom: 1,039mm (40.9")
- 3rd row legroom: 818mm (32.2")
- 3rd row shoulder room: 1,387mm (54.6")
- Compression ratio: 10.63 to 1
- Curb weight: 2,022kg (4,457lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 87.5mm x 94.0mm (3.44" x 3.70")
- Engine displacement: 2.3 L
- Engine torque: 310 lb.-ft. @ 3,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 2,004mm (78.9")
- Exterior height: 1,783mm (70.2")
- Exterior length: 5,050mm (198.8")
- Front headroom: 1,034mm (40.7")
- Front hiproom: 1,504mm (59.2")
- Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
- Front shoulder room: 1,577mm (62.1")
- GVWR: 2,694kg (5,940lbs)
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 5
- Interior rear cargo volume: 462 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 4,330L (152.9 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 1,029mm (40.5")
- Rear hiproom: 1,501mm (59.1")
- Rear legroom: 991mm (39.0")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,572mm (61.9")
- Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
- Wheelbase: 3,025mm (119.1")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: Blind Spot Assist active
- Compass
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane-Keeping System active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: Reverse Sensing System rear
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Speed limit display
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist mitigation w/left turn assist
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross-Traffic Braking mitigation
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Love it.
By Alex on 8/9/2026 11:55:02 PM
Single guy looking for a vehicle that is fun to drive but can haul junk too, and this fits the bill. I came from a 2018 Lincoln MKZ 3.0t AWD, this has all the same features but this does it better. Mine had one minor panel issue the dealership is fixing, but otherwise everything is solid. Installed a BOV, I find it funny to blow past people with a quiet exhaust and a loud Spanish sound as they disappear into the distance. Fantastic nighttime viability over the lower trims. Actually just better over all than the lower trims. Bolt ons and a tune just puts this in its own league for the price you pay, the only thing that comes close is a 2026 dodge Durango RT 392. ST is not for everyone but it is for me. "Sporty" family hauler my butt. Wrong demographic. This is a genuine fast mid-sized SUZ that you'd have to go luxury to get close to the performance numbers otherwise. - 5.0
Explorer Value 7-7-2026
By General Jim on 8/7/2026 11:06:23 PM
Your evaluation procedure was simple and complete. I will be in contact with you when I sell or trade this vehicle. - 5.0
Seats and performance
By Chan78 on 6/30/2026 6:16:53 PM
I love the suv its fantastic to drive only issue I have is the wind noise in the driver seat but I'd sleep in it every night the seats are comfortable.
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