2027 Ford Expedition
The 2027 Ford Expedition builds on the all-new sixth-generation platform introduced for the 2025 model year, and the 2027 model year brings the biggest refresh yet: the Expedition Tremor remains in the lineup as the Expedition’s first factory off-road trim, a new 30th Anniversary Appearance Package celebrates three decades of the Expedition nameplate, three new paint colors join the catalog, and MAX-length Expedition Platinum is newly available in 4x2 configuration.
Here’s your complete overview of the 2027 Ford Expedition — what’s new, how the trims compare, and how to reserve or order yours through Beadle Ford in Bowdle, SD.
2027 Ford Expedition Key Specs
| Engine (standard) | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 — official 2027 horsepower and torque to be confirmed by Ford |
| Engine (Tremor & Platinum High Output) | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 High Output — 440 hp / 510 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-Speed Automatic with SelectShift® |
| Drive | 4x2 or 4x4 (Tremor is 4x4 only) |
| Body Styles | Expedition (standard) and Expedition MAX (extended). Tremor standard-length only. |
| Seating | Up to 8 passengers |
| Towing (Tremor, reported) | Approx. 9,600 lbs when properly equipped — to be confirmed with 2027 Ford Towing Guide |
| EPA Fuel Economy | EPA-estimated ratings available closer to launch |
| Trim Levels (Retail) | Active, Tremor, Platinum, King Ranch (XL is fleet-only) |
What’s New for 2027
The 2027 model year layers meaningful upgrades onto the sixth-generation Expedition. The 30th Anniversary Appearance Package debuts on Platinum and introduces Blue Ember Metallic — a color previously exclusive to the Mustang Dark Horse — along with Bronze Fire Metallic Tri-coat and Nocturnal Blue Metallic, both new-for-2027 paints. Active Touring adds a new Family Travel Package option, a Ford Security Package is newly optional across every trim, and a laminated windshield is now standard across the lineup for quieter highway cruising. MAX-length Platinum is now available in 4x2 for the first time, opening the extended-length body style to buyers who don’t need four-wheel drive.
Under the hood, the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 returns as the standard engine. Official 2027 horsepower and torque figures for the standard engine have not yet been released by Ford; CarsDirect and Edmunds report carryover figures of approximately 400 hp and 480 lb-ft pending Ford’s official certification. The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 High Output in the Expedition Tremor and Platinum Stealth Performance / Platinum Ultimate configurations is confirmed at 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic.
Deep Dive: What’s New for the 2027 Expedition
The Off-Road Expedition
Meet the Expedition Tremor
The Expedition Tremor is the Expedition’s factory off-road trim, continuing in the 2027 lineup with purpose-built gear that goes well beyond a Platinum with aggressive wheels. It’s offered exclusively in 4x4 configuration and is not available in the MAX body style.
Standard Tremor equipment includes the 440 hp / 510 lb-ft High Output 3.5L EcoBoost V6, a 3.73 Electronic Locking Rear Differential, a two-speed transfer case with Torque on Demand, seven drive modes (Normal, Sport, Tow/Haul, Eco, Slippery, Off-Road, and Rock Crawl), and Trail Control with Trail One Pedal Drive and Trail Turn Assist. Modified Raptor-style front and trans skid plates and an underbody fuel tank shield protect the critical hardware, while P275/70R18 all-terrain tires on 18" Dark Carbonized Gray wheels handle the ground. Independent reviews of the current-generation Tremor from outlets like Gear Patrol and JD Power cite approximately 10.6 inches of ground clearance — confirm configuration details with Beadle Ford before ordering.
For rural South Dakota buyers who regularly navigate gravel roads, pasture two-tracks, or Lake Oahe shoreline terrain, the Tremor adds genuine capability without giving up the three-row family usability that defines the Expedition. Inside, Tremor is equipped with leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats with Electric Spice accent stitching, a 22-speaker B&O Play Unleashed audio system with Beosonic, a power panoramic vista roof, and Pro Power Onboard 400W.
Deep Dive: 2027 Expedition Tremor Explained
Celebrating Three Decades
2027 30th Anniversary Appearance Package
The 30th Anniversary Appearance Package is a new-for-2027 Platinum-only option that commemorates thirty years of the Ford Expedition. It layers a series of subtle, cohesive exterior changes over the Platinum trim: 22" × 9" Ebony Bright Machined aluminum wheels, Carbon Black front bumper and fascia, an Ebony painted grille with Black Bezel headlamps, black beltline moldings, and "30th ANNIVERSARY" liftgate badging. Inside, Salt Crystal Gray leather is required, and the package includes a Cargo Organizer, front and second row tray-style floor liners, and scuff plates with satin aluminum "30th" lettering in a racetrack motif.
What makes the package genuinely special is the paint palette: it’s the only place in the Expedition lineup where Blue Ember Metallic is available — a finish that previously lived exclusively on the Mustang Dark Horse — alongside Agate Black Metallic and Star White Metallic Tri-coat. The Anniversary Package can be ordered on standard-length Expedition Platinum or on Expedition MAX Platinum. It is not compatible with the Platinum Ultimate, Stealth Appearance, or Stealth Performance packages.
Deep Dive: 30th Anniversary Package Explained2027 Ford Expedition Trim Lineup
The 2027 Expedition lineup is organized around five trims, with retail buyers choosing among Active, Tremor, Platinum, and King Ranch. XL is offered as a fleet-only configuration.
| Active (Select / Touring) | Retail entry. Choose Active Select (200A) for the core Digital Experience and 8-passenger seating, or Active Touring (202A) to add BlueCruise 90-Day Trial, heated seats and steering wheel, Pro Power Onboard 400W, and the option of the new Family Travel Package. |
| Tremor (501A) | 4x4 only, standard-length only. Built for buyers whose driving involves gravel, mud, snow, and trail — with the 440 hp High Output V6, Electronic Locking Rear Differential, seven drive modes, and off-road suspension. Leather, heated/ventilated front seats, and a 22-speaker B&O Play Unleashed system are standard. |
| Platinum (600A) + 4 Packages | Luxury positioning with Platinum as the base. Four packages tailor the Platinum to the buyer: Driver’s Package, Stealth Appearance (blacked-out aesthetic), Stealth Performance (4x4 with the High Output V6), and Platinum Ultimate (4x4, High Output V6, BlueCruise 1-Year + 90-Day, and Driver’s Package bundled). The 30th Anniversary Appearance Package is a fifth Platinum option. Platinum is newly available in 4x2 MAX configuration for 2027. |
| King Ranch (400A) | The Expedition flagship. Del Rio leather with Mesa Antique armrests, satin aluminum and Caribou badging, a lit tailgate applique, 22" Sinister Bronze Diamond Cut wheels, power-deployable running boards, and standard BlueCruise 1-Year + 90-Day plan. |
| XL (102A SSV) | Fleet-only configuration. Not available to retail buyers. |
Deep Dive
2027 Ford Expedition Trim Levels Explained
A trim-by-trim decision guide covering who each Expedition is built for, how the Active Select vs. Active Touring decision shakes out, how the four Platinum packages differ, and when to pick King Ranch over Platinum Ultimate.
Read the Full Trim Guide
Expedition vs. Expedition MAX
The 2027 Expedition MAX adds length for third-row legroom and cargo capacity behind the third row. In the 2027 lineup, MAX is available on XL, Active (Select and Touring), Platinum, and King Ranch. Tremor is standard-length only — there is no Expedition Tremor MAX. The 30th Anniversary Appearance Package is compatible with both standard-length and MAX Platinum.
The biggest MAX news for 2027 is the arrival of MAX Platinum in 4x2 configuration. For buyers who want the MAX body style but don’t need four-wheel drive — think a Bowdle-to-Fargo family hauler rather than a ranch truck — this opens up a configuration that wasn’t available in 2026.
Deep Dive: Expedition vs. Expedition MAXTechnology & Safety
Retail Expeditions from Active (200A) up use the Ford Digital Experience — a 24" panoramic driver display paired with a 13.2" center display, with Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Play Store embedded natively. Driver profiles save audio, climate, display, and app preferences. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, as are a digital owner’s manual and 911 Assist. A one-year Ford Connectivity Package is complimentary, covering 5G, Wi-Fi hotspot, audio and video streaming, and voice assistant features.
Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 is standard on every retail Expedition. Features include a 360-degree camera with off-road overlays and a Rock Crawl view, adaptive cruise with lane centering and Predictive Speed Assist, blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage, lane-keeping with road-edge detection, Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and front and rear parking sensors.
BlueCruise — Ford’s hands-free highway driving system — is available across the lineup. Active Touring includes a 90-day BlueCruise trial on retail orders. Platinum Ultimate and King Ranch come with a one-year + 90-day plan standard. BlueCruise works on approximately 97% of controlled-access U.S. and Canada highways, which covers I-90 and the primary interstate routes used by most Dakotas travelers.
Deep Dive
BlueCruise vs. Super Cruise vs. ProPilot 2.0
How each hands-free system actually works, which one covers the most miles of road you actually drive, and which fits which buyer — with rural South Dakota highway coverage in mind.
Read the Full ComparisonTowing & Capability
The Expedition’s job description in our part of the country usually includes a stock trailer, a boat, or a camper. The 2027 lineup supports that with full-size-SUV capability across every retail trim. A Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package is optional on 4x4 Active Touring, Platinum, and Stealth Appearance; standard on Stealth Performance, Platinum Ultimate, and on Tremor (with a 3.73 Electronic Locking Differential). Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist come with Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 on every retail trim, which makes connecting and maneuvering a livestock or enclosed trailer noticeably easier.
Specific 2027 towing and payload figures will be confirmed when Ford releases the 2027 Towing Guide. Public reporting on the current-generation Tremor cites a maximum tow rating of approximately 9,600 lbs when properly equipped; the 2027 number will be verified once Ford publishes the guide. If you’re sizing an Expedition to a specific trailer or a specific payload, contact Beadle Ford and we’ll confirm the exact figures against your use case before you reserve.
How to Reserve a 2027 Ford Expedition
Reserving or ordering a 2027 Expedition through Beadle Ford is straightforward. Submit the reservation form with the trim, body style, and options you want, and we’ll confirm availability, timing, and pricing before you commit. If you know what you want, ordering locks in your configuration and build slot. If you’re still narrowing it down, the reservation puts you in line and gives you time to finalize your spec.
Already driving an Expedition? The trade-in conversation can happen in parallel — we’ll value your current Expedition while you finalize the 2027 order. Upsizing from an Explorer or F-150? We’ll walk through the cost differences honestly so you can make an informed call.
How the 2027 Expedition Compares
Most buyers cross-shop the Expedition against the Chevy Tahoe or Suburban, the Toyota Sequoia, or the Jeep Wagoneer. Each comparison is a different conversation — powertrain and towing philosophy with GM, V6 EcoBoost vs. hybrid with Toyota, and dealer-network and resale realities with the Wagoneer. Below are three full comparison guides built for buyers cross-shopping the Expedition in South Dakota.
Deep Dive
2027 Ford Expedition vs. Chevy Tahoe and Suburban
EcoBoost V6 vs. GM V8, towing by the numbers, BlueCruise vs. Super Cruise, and who should pick which — with ag-country use cases in mind.
Read the Full ComparisonDeep Dive
2027 Ford Expedition vs. Toyota Sequoia
EcoBoost V6 vs. i-FORCE MAX hybrid, family usability, BlueCruise vs. ProPilot 2.0, and dealer network realities in the Dakotas.
Read the Full ComparisonDeep Dive
2027 Ford Expedition vs. Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer
Towing, interior quality, reliability and resale, and the practical question of Jeep service accessibility from north-central South Dakota.
Read the Full Comparison2027 Ford Expedition FAQ
Ready to Reserve Your 2027 Ford Expedition?
Reserve your configuration, ask about ordering, or explore the current Expedition lineup at Beadle Ford in Bowdle, SD.