The 2027 Ford Explorer ST Sinister Package Explained

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This is the trim-by-trim guide: what each one includes, what the packages add, what it costs, and which one I would point a family in Bowdle, Mobridge, or Selby toward. Two engines run through the whole lineup: the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp / 310 lb-ft) and the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (up to 400 hp / 415 lb-ft), both with a 10-speed automatic and both rated to tow 5,000 lbs. Every trim gets the 13.2-inch touchscreen with Google built in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three rows, and Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist+. The full spec table is in the 2027 Ford Explorer Buyers Guide. Get Pre-Approved Shop Explorer Inventory On This Page The 2027 Explorer lineup at a glance Active 100A vs. 200A: the family value trims ST-Line: the ST look on the 2.3L Tremor 800A and 801A: the off-road build ST: the performance trim Platinum: the luxury trim, now with the V6 available BlueCruise and driver-assist by trim Which 2027 Explorer trim should you buy? The 2027 Explorer lineup at a glance Trim Engine Base MSRP (RWD / 4WD) Who it is for Active 100A 2.3L EcoBoost $38,465 / $40,465 First-time and budget buyers Active 200A 2.3L EcoBoost $40,400 / $42,400 The family value pick ST-Line 2.3L EcoBoost $44,200 / $46,200 ST looks on the four-cylinder Tremor 800A 2.3L EcoBoost 4WD only, $49,200 Gravel, lake, and two-track drivers Platinum 2.3L (3.0L V6 available) $50,660 / $52,660 Luxury, BlueCruise included ST 3.0L EcoBoost V6 $53,660 / $55,660 Performance Tremor 801A 3.0L EcoBoost V6 4WD only, $56,460 Off-road with the V6 and everything bundled Ford dealer suggested retail, base vehicle only, from the 2027 Explorer price list. Destination and delivery is $1,795 on every model. 4WD adds $2,000 on Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. A note on the order: the Tremor 800A costs less than the ST and Platinum because it is the off-road utility entry, not a luxury or sport positioning. The 801A climbs above the ST 4WD because it includes the V6 plus the Convenience and Ultimate content. Active 100A vs. 200A: the family value trims The Active is where most Explorers we sell land, and the 100A is more vehicle than its base price suggests. Standard: the 2.3L EcoBoost, 18-inch wheels, LED headlamps, tri-zone climate, the 13.2-inch screen and 12.3-inch cluster, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, a 6-way power driver seat, second-row captain’s chairs (a 35/30/35 bench is optional for seven-passenger seating), a 50/50 third row, push-button start, a 5G modem, and the full Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite: adaptive cruise with stop-and-go, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, lane keeping, and rear cross-traffic braking. The Class III Trailer Tow Package is standard even here. Active 200A ($40,400 / $42,400) adds the power liftgate, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat, active noise cancellation, black roof rails, and power heated mirrors with approach lamps. The Active Comfort Package ($3,145) on 200A adds a heated steering wheel, LED fog lamps and a silver front skid plate, LED signature lighting, remote start, an 8-way power passenger seat, ActiveX seating, and second-row climate controls, and a $1,000 national discount applies automatically when it is ordered on a 200A. That combination, 200A 4WD with Active Comfort, is the 2027 Explorer that arrived first on our lot, and it is the value pick for a South Dakota family: heated everything, remote start, 4WD, and a net package cost of $2,145. ST-Line: the ST look on the 2.3L The ST-Line (300A, $44,200 / $46,200) takes everything in Active 200A plus the Active Comfort content and adds the ST’s appearance: 20-inch ebony-painted wheels, black grille mesh, blackout headlamps and taillamps, an EXPLORER hood badge, black skid plate elements, red-stitched cloth seats, a heated leather-wrapped wheel with red stitching, and acoustic-laminate front windows. It also steps up to Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 (360-degree camera, front parking sensors, reverse brake assist) and the B&O 10-speaker system. Two packages: the Street Pack ($1,450) brings 21-inch Magnetite wheels and red calipers, and the Premium Package ($1,495) adds the 110V outlet, ambient lighting, auto-dimming mirror, power-folding memory mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, driver memory, and heated second-row seats. BlueCruise is optional here ($495 for hardware plus a year and 90 days, or $2,495 with a one-time purchase). If you want the ST look and the 2.3L’s economy, this is it; skip the Street Pack if your driveway is gravel. Tremor 800A and 801A: the off-road build The Tremor is 4WD only and adds the hardware no other Explorer has: a TORSEN limited-slip rear axle, P265/65R18 all-terrain tires on 18-inch gloss black wheels with Electric Spice accents, front and rear underbody deflector plates, front tow hooks, auxiliary grille lights, and 8.7 inches of ground clearance. Inside it is heated and ventilated sport seats in Miko suede with Electric Spice stitching, a heated flat-bottom wheel, floor liners, a 110V outlet, and B&O 10-speaker audio. It seats six. 800A ($49,200) pairs that with the 2.3L; the Tremor Convenience Package ($1,495) adds the PowerFold third row, ambient lighting, rain-sensing wipers, and driver and mirror memory. 801A ($56,460), new for 2027, runs the 3.0L V6 and includes all the Convenience content plus BlueCruise hardware with a 90-day trial, an open-on-approach liftgate, and electronic sound enhancement, with Sun and Sound ($3,340) available. Every detail, and an honest capability comparison against a Bronco, is in the 2027 Explorer Tremor guide. Not sure which trim? Walk the 2026s and 2027s on the lot with us, drive two back to back, and we will price both. Shop Explorers in Stock Ask About a Custom Order ST: the performance trim The ST (400A, $53,660 / $55,660) is the only trim with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 standard, and it builds on the ST-Line with a sport-tuned suspension, performance brakes with red calipers, SelectShift paddle shifters, 21-inch Magnetite wheels, a 20.2-gallon tank, quad chrome exhaust tips, an open-on-approach liftgate, Miko suede seats with red stitching (heated and ventilated up front, heated in the second row), a PowerFold third row, rain-sensing wipers, and BlueCruise hardware with a 90-day trial. New for 2027 is the Sinister Package ($1,695): 21-inch gloss black wheels, amber daytime running lamps, and a red ST badge with a black outline. Sun and Sound ($3,340) adds the 14-speaker B&O, multicontour seats, and the Panoramic Vista Roof. More in the ST Sinister Package explained. Platinum: the luxury trim, now with the V6 available The Platinum (600A, $50,660 / $52,660) is the trim that includes BlueCruise for a year plus 90 days out of the box. It also brings multicontour front seats with Active Motion, heated second-row captain’s chairs with E-Z Entry, a PowerFold third row, the 14-speaker 980-watt B&O system with HD Radio, a satin chrome and ebony grille, adaptive headlamps, satin roof rails, ambient lighting, and 20-inch Luster Nickel wheels. The Lux Leather Package ($1,695) adds premium leather with quilting and Platinum badges. For 2027 the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 is available again on the Platinum, and ordering it includes the 3.0L Ultimate content: Lux Leather, quad chrome tips, and 21-inch dark alloy wheels. When the V6 is worth it and when the 2.3L Platinum is the smarter buy: Platinum 2.3L or 3.0L V6. BlueCruise and driver-assist by trim Trim Driver assist BlueCruise Active 100A / 200A Co-Pilot360 Assist+ Not available ST-Line Assist 2.0 (360 camera, front sensors, reverse brake assist) Optional: $495 (1 yr + 90 days) or $2,495 (one-time) Tremor 800A Assist 2.0 Optional: $495 or $2,495 Tremor 801A Assist 2.0 Hardware + 90-day trial included ST Assist 2.0 Hardware + 90-day trial included Platinum Assist 2.0 Hardware + 1 year + 90 days included ($2,000 one-time option) BlueCruise requires a subscription or one-time purchase after any included term and works on Ford’s mapped Blue Zone highways, which include I-90 and I-29 in South Dakota. Every trim, including the 100A, has adaptive cruise with lane centering, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, lane keeping, and rear cross-traffic braking. What ST-Line and up add with Assist 2.0 is the 360-degree camera, which is worth having on a vehicle this long in a Walmart parking lot in Aberdeen. Which 2027 Explorer trim should you buy? Growing family, mostly pavement and some gravel, tows a small boat: Active 200A 4WD with the Active Comfort Package. It is the value of the lineup and the one on our lot right now. Same family, wants the sport look: ST-Line 4WD. Add the Premium Package for the heated second row; skip the Street Pack on gravel. Lives on a section road, hunts, fishes, has a truck already: Tremor. 800A for most; 801A if you tow every weekend. Empty nesters coming out of an Expedition: Platinum 4WD, with the V6 if the camper is coming along. Wants the quickest Explorer and drives pavement: ST 4WD, and the Sinister Package if the look matters. First new vehicle, tight budget: Active 100A. It is a complete vehicle, not a stripped one, and the tow package is already on it. Both the 2026 and 2027 Explorer are on the lot at Beadle Ford, and for the Active, ST-Line, and 2.3L Platinum they are nearly the same vehicle; that decision is covered in Buy a 2026 Explorer now or a 2027?. Shop the Explorers in stock, or get pre-approved first so the trim conversation starts with a payment you already know. Key Takeaways Five trims, seven equipment groups, $38,465 to $56,460 base MSRP plus $1,795 destination. Active 200A 4WD with the Active Comfort Package (net $2,145 after the $1,000 national discount) is the value pick for South Dakota families. Tremor is 4WD only with all-terrain tires and a TORSEN axle; ST is the V6 performance trim; Platinum includes BlueCruise for a year plus 90 days. The 3.0L V6 is standard on ST and Tremor 801A and newly available on Platinum. Every trim tows 5,000 lbs and has the full Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite; ST-Line and up add the 360-degree camera. Frequently Asked Questions What are the 2027 Ford Explorer trim levels? Five trims: Active (100A base and 200A), ST-Line (300A), Tremor (800A with the 2.3L or 801A with the 3.0L V6), ST (400A), and Platinum (600A). Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum are offered in RWD or 4WD; the Tremor is 4WD only. What is the cheapest 2027 Ford Explorer? The Active 100A in RWD at $38,465 base MSRP, plus $1,795 destination and delivery. 4WD adds $2,000. What is the difference between Explorer Active 100A and 200A? 200A adds a power liftgate, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat, active noise cancellation, roof rails, and power heated mirrors for $1,935 more. The Active Comfort Package (heated wheel, remote start, LED fogs, 8-way passenger seat) is only offered on 200A and carries a $1,000 national discount. Which 2027 Explorer trims have the 3.0L V6? The ST and the Tremor 801A have the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 standard. It is available on the Platinum for 2027 (it was not on the 2026 Platinum). Active, ST-Line, and Tremor 800A use the 2.3L EcoBoost. Which Explorer trims include BlueCruise? Platinum includes BlueCruise hardware plus a one-year and 90-day plan. ST and Tremor 801A include the hardware with a 90-day trial. ST-Line and Tremor 800A offer it as an option; Active does not offer it. How many people does the 2027 Explorer seat? Up to seven with the optional second-row bench on Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum; six with the standard second-row captain’s chairs. The Tremor seats six only. My Take I have watched a lot of families walk past an Active because it is the base trim, then end up in one after they sit in it. The 100A already has the screen, the safety suite, the tow package, and the same three rows as a Platinum. The 200A with the Active Comfort Package is the one I would buy for my own family on a central South Dakota winter, and the national discount makes it an easy call. The other honest advice is about wheels. The ST and the Street Pack put 21-inch low-profile tires on an Explorer, and those are for pavement. If your road is gravel, the Tremor is the one with the black wheels you want. Shop Explorer Inventory Get Pre-Approved Contact Beadle Ford About the Author Lexy Tabbert — Beadle Ford, Bowdle, SD Lexy Tabbert is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Beadle Ford in Bowdle, South Dakota. She covers Ford vehicles, trim comparisons, and buyer guidance — helping families, ranchers, and ag operators across the region find the right truck and configuration for their needs. Learn more about Lexy.

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That makes the 2027 Platinum two different vehicles depending on one box on the order form, and this guide is about choosing correctly. Below: what the Platinum includes on either engine, what the 3.0L Ultimate Package adds, how the two engines compare in the numbers that matter around here, who should take the V6 and who should not, and the pricing. The rest of the lineup is in the 2027 Ford Explorer Buyers Guide. Get Pre-Approved Shop Explorer Inventory On This Page Is the V6 new on the Platinum? What every 2027 Platinum includes What the 3.0L Ultimate Package includes 2.3L Platinum vs. 3.0L Platinum: the numbers Who should take the V6, and who should not Getting a V6 Platinum at Beadle Ford Is the V6 new on the Platinum? It is returning, which is slightly different from new. Earlier Explorer Platinums offered the 3.0L; the 2026 order guide deleted it and made the Platinum a 2.3L EcoBoost trim, leaving the V6 to the ST and the Tremor. The 2027 order guide brings it back as an available engine on the Platinum (600A) in both RWD and 4WD. What changed alongside it is that the V6 now arrives with the 3.0L Ultimate Package included, so a V6 Platinum is not just a Platinum with more power. It is the top of the Explorer luxury ladder, and it is priced and equipped that way. What every 2027 Platinum includes The Platinum is the Explorer luxury trim, and most of what makes it one is standard on both engines: BlueCruise hands-free highway driving with hardware, one year, and a 90-day plan included (subscription after) Multicontour front seats with Active Motion, heated and ventilated, with driver memory; heated second-row captain’s chairs with E-Z Entry; PowerFold third row ActiveX seating with leather interlaced diamond-perforated inserts, ambient lighting, 110V outlet B&O 14-speaker, 980-watt audio with subwoofer and HD Radio Satin chrome and ebony grille, adaptive LED headlamps, satin roof rails, premium silver skid plate elements, open-on-approach liftgate, power-folding memory mirrors 20-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels (2.3L) 13.2-inch touchscreen with Google built in, 12.3-inch cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 5G modem Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist 2.0 with 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and reverse brake assist; Class III Trailer Tow Package Platinum starts at $50,660 in RWD and $52,660 in 4WD with the 2.3L, before the $1,795 destination charge. The Lux Leather Package ($1,695) adds Platinum badges on the front seats, premium leather, and quilting and stitching on the seats and door panels, in Salt Crystal Gray or Mojave Dusk. On a 2.3L Platinum, that package and the 21-inch bright machined wheels ($745) are the two upgrades most buyers add. What the 3.0L Ultimate Package includes Order the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 on a Platinum and the 3.0L Ultimate content comes with it. Per the order guide, that means: The Lux Leather Package: Platinum badges on the front seats, premium leather seating surfaces, quilting and stitching on the seats and door panels Quad chrome exhaust tips 21-inch dark alloy-painted machined aluminum wheels The 20.2-gallon fuel tank that comes with the V6 (the 2.3L uses 17.9 gallons) A 3.31 rear axle in place of the 2.3L Platinum’s 3.58 The price list shows the Platinum Ultimate Package (68U) at $5,660, which bundles the Lux Leather Package with the 3.0L Ultimate wheel and exhaust content. Because the V6 is ordered as its own engine code and the packaging on a specific build depends on how it is configured, ask us for the exact V6 Platinum price on your spec rather than adding numbers off this page. We will show you the build sheet line by line. 2.3L Platinum vs. 3.0L Platinum: the numbers Platinum 2.3L EcoBoost Platinum 3.0L EcoBoost V6 Horsepower / torque 300 hp / 310 lb-ft Up to 400 hp / 415 lb-ft (383 hp on 50-state emissions builds) Transmission 10-speed automatic 10-speed automatic Max towing 5,000 lbs 5,000 lbs Fuel tank 17.9 gal 20.2 gal Fuel economy Not yet posted for the Platinum; the 2.3L 4WD Active is EPA-rated 20 city / 27 hwy / 23 combined Not yet posted; see the window sticker Wheels 20-in Luster Nickel (21-in bright machined optional) 21-in dark alloy-painted machined Exhaust Standard Quad chrome tips Leather ActiveX with leather inserts; Lux Leather optional ($1,695) Lux Leather included Base MSRP (RWD / 4WD) $50,660 / $52,660 Ask for the V6 build price Ford figures on premium fuel. Towing requires proper equipment. Destination and delivery is $1,795 on either. The towing rating is the same. What the V6 changes is how the vehicle feels doing it: 415 lb-ft against 310 means a loaded trailer on the grade out of the Oahe bottoms, or a headwind on US-83 at 75 mph, does not require the 10-speed to hunt for a gear. It also changes the range: the 20.2-gallon tank is worth roughly two extra hours of highway between fills, which matters on the drive to Sioux Falls or Rapid City. Ford has not published EPA figures for either Platinum yet; expect the V6 to cost some economy in exchange for the torque, and we will point you at the sticker on each unit rather than guess. Pricing a V6 Platinum? We will build the order line by line and show you exactly what the 3.0L adds. Or drive a 2.3L Platinum on the lot first. Shop Platinums in Stock Ask About a Custom Order Who should take the V6, and who should not Take the 3.0L if you are coming out of an Expedition or a Tahoe and do not want the trade-down to feel like one; you tow a travel trailer, a pontoon, or a two-place snowmobile trailer more than a few times a year; you drive long highway miles and want the bigger tank; or you simply want the top Explorer with the quad tips and the quilted leather already on it. Stay with the 2.3L if your towing is an occasional small boat and your miles are mostly around town and to the grandkids. The 2.3L Platinum has every comfort item the V6 does except the Lux Leather (which you can add for $1,695), it is lighter on fuel, and it is several thousand dollars less. At 300 horsepower it is not a slow vehicle; it is the engine in the Active that most of our customers buy and are happy in. Either way, the Platinum is the one Explorer that includes BlueCruise for a year plus 90 days out of the box. How BlueCruise compares with GM Super Cruise and Nissan ProPILOT, and where it works in South Dakota, is in our BlueCruise comparison guide. Getting a V6 Platinum at Beadle Ford The 2027 Platinum with the 3.0L is an order-to-spec build for us at the moment. Pick 4WD (nearly every Platinum we sell is), pick a paint, decide on the Panoramic Vista Roof ($1,695), and we will build the order, price it line by line, and track it through delivery. The engine block heater ($190) is worth adding to anything that lives outside in January. If you would rather have one now, the Explorers in stock include 2026 and 2027 units with the 2.3L, and a 2026 Platinum shares everything but the engine option. Get pre-approved first and the rest of the conversation is about the vehicle, not the payment. A trade from an Expedition or a Tahoe usually covers more of a Platinum than people expect; bring it along. Key Takeaways The 3.0L EcoBoost V6 returns to the Platinum for 2027 after being dropped for 2026. Ordering the V6 brings the 3.0L Ultimate content: Lux Leather, quad chrome tips, 21-inch dark alloy wheels, and the 20.2-gallon tank. Both engines tow 5,000 lbs. The V6 adds torque (415 vs. 310 lb-ft) and range, not rating. Every Platinum includes BlueCruise for a year plus 90 days, multicontour seats, 14-speaker B&O, and adaptive headlamps. 2.3L Platinum lists at $50,660 RWD / $52,660 4WD; ask us to price the V6 build on your spec. Frequently Asked Questions Can you get a 2027 Explorer Platinum with the V6? Yes. The 3.0L EcoBoost V6, rated up to 400 hp and 415 lb-ft, is available on the 2027 Platinum in RWD or 4WD. It was not offered on the 2026 Platinum. What is included in the 3.0L Ultimate Package? When the 3.0L V6 is ordered on a Platinum it includes the Lux Leather Package (Platinum seat badges, premium leather, quilting and stitching on seats and door panels), quad chrome exhaust tips, and 21-inch dark alloy-painted machined aluminum wheels. What is the difference between the Lux Leather Package and the Platinum Ultimate Package? Lux Leather ($1,695) is the leather, badging, and quilting upgrade on its own. The Platinum Ultimate Package ($5,660) bundles Lux Leather with the 3.0L Ultimate wheel and exhaust content. On a V6 Platinum the Ultimate content is included with the engine. Does the Explorer Platinum come with BlueCruise? Yes. Every 2027 Platinum includes BlueCruise hardware plus a one-year and 90-day plan. A subscription is required after the included term; a one-time purchase option is offered on Platinum for $2,000. Does the V6 Platinum tow more than the 2.3L? No. Both are rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. The V6 delivers more torque (415 vs. 310 lb-ft) and a larger 20.2-gallon fuel tank, which changes how it feels towing and how far it goes between fills. How much does the 2027 Explorer Platinum cost? The 2.3L Platinum starts at $50,660 (RWD) or $52,660 (4WD) before the $1,795 destination charge. The 3.0L V6 is ordered as an engine option that includes the Ultimate content; ask Beadle Ford for the exact price on your build. My Take The Platinum buyer I see most is a couple trading a paid-off Expedition or Tahoe now that the kids are gone. They want the quiet, the BlueCruise, and the seats, and they do not want to give up the ability to pull the camper. For 2026 I had to steer that buyer to an ST or keep them in an Expedition. For 2027 the V6 Platinum is exactly the vehicle they were describing. If that is not you, do not talk yourself into the V6. A 2.3L Platinum 4WD with the Lux Leather added is a genuinely luxurious three-row for a lot less money, and one of the 2026s on the lot might be it. Shop Explorer Inventory Get Pre-Approved Contact Beadle Ford About the Author Lexy Tabbert — Beadle Ford, Bowdle, SD Lexy Tabbert is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Beadle Ford in Bowdle, South Dakota. She covers Ford vehicles, trim comparisons, and buyer guidance — helping families, ranchers, and ag operators across the region find the right truck and configuration for their needs. Learn more about Lexy.

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It debuted for 2026, and for 2027 it adds the one thing buyers asked for: a proper 3.0L EcoBoost V6 equipment group, Tremor 801A, with the good stuff bundled in instead of scattered across option codes. This guide covers what the Tremor actually is mechanically, what changes inside, how to choose between 800A and 801A, an honest answer on how capable it is next to a Bronco or a Grand Cherokee, and what it costs. We have 2026 Tremors on the lot at Beadle Ford, and we are ordering 2027 units to spec, so the last section covers how to get one. The rest of the lineup is in the 2027 Ford Explorer Buyers Guide. Get Pre-Approved Shop Explorer Inventory On This Page What is the 2027 Ford Explorer Tremor? What hardware makes it a Tremor? Inside: Miko suede and Electric Spice 800A vs. 801A: which Tremor equipment group is right? How capable is the Explorer Tremor, really? What the Tremor costs, and what is on the lot What is the 2027 Ford Explorer Tremor? The Tremor is the Explorer’s off-road trim, and it is the only Explorer that is 4WD only. It sits between the ST-Line and the ST in price, but it is positioned differently from either: it is the capability build, not the sport build and not the luxury build. It comes in two equipment groups. Tremor 800A: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, 300 hp / 310 lb-ft, 10-speed automatic. $49,200 base MSRP. Tremor 801A (new for 2027): 3.0L EcoBoost V6, up to 400 hp / 415 lb-ft, 10-speed automatic, with the Convenience and Ultimate content included. $56,460 base MSRP. Both prices are base MSRP before the $1,795 destination and delivery charge. To be precise about what is new: the Tremor itself launched for 2026 with the 800A group, and the 2026 order guide let you add the V6 as an engine option that dragged a package along with it. For 2027, Ford cleaned that up. The V6 Tremor is its own group with its own standard-equipment list, which makes it easier to order and easier to compare. What hardware makes it a Tremor? Stand a Tremor next to an Active 4WD and the differences read instantly. Every Tremor, 800A or 801A, includes: TORSEN limited-slip rear axle, standard on no other Explorer trim P265/65R18 all-terrain tires on 18-inch high-gloss ebony black wheels with Electric Spice accents; every other Explorer runs all-season highway tires Front and rear underbody deflector plates protecting the oil pan, transfer case, and rear axle Unique front tow hooks and off-road auxiliary grille lights 8.7 inches of ground clearance, the most of any Explorer (Active and ST-Line sit at 7.6, ST at 7.8, Platinum at 8.3) Intelligent 4WD with seven drive modes and Hill Descent Control Blackout headlamp and taillamp treatment, Tremor fender badging, and a Class III Trailer Tow Package The tires are the part people underestimate. All-terrain rubber on a stock Explorer changes how it handles washboard gravel, wet clay after a spring rain, and the soft grade at a boat ramp more than any badge does. The TORSEN axle is the second part: it sends torque to the rear wheel with grip mechanically, before the traction control has to intervene, which is the difference between crawling up a muddy two-track and spinning on it. Inside: Miko suede and Electric Spice The Tremor cabin is the one Explorer interior that does not try to be luxurious. Heated and ventilated 10-way power driver and 8-way power passenger sport captain’s chairs are trimmed in black Miko suede with micro-perforated inserts, Electric Spice (orange) stitching, and an embroidered Tremor logo. The steering wheel is a heated flat-bottom design with matching accent stitching. Floor liners replace carpet mats in the first and second rows, because Ford assumes you will bring mud in. Both groups include the heated second row, a 110V outlet, the B&O 10-speaker system with subwoofer, the 13.2-inch touchscreen with Google built in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist 2.0 with the 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and reverse brake assist. Seating is six: two captain’s chairs in the second row, a 50/50 third row behind them. The second-row bench is not offered on the Tremor. Drive a Tremor before you order one Our 2026 Tremors share the 2027 off-road hardware. Come see if the all-terrain setup is what you want, then order the 801A to spec if the V6 matters. Shop Tremors in Stock Ask About a Custom Order 800A vs. 801A: which Tremor equipment group is right? The engine is the headline difference, but 801A brings a long list of convenience content with it. Here is the split: Tremor 800A Tremor 801A (new) Engine 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, 300 hp / 310 lb-ft 3.0L EcoBoost V6, up to 400 hp / 415 lb-ft Fuel tank 17.9 gal 20.2 gal Third row 50/50 manual fold 50/50 PowerFold Mirrors Power, heated Power-folding with memory, driver auto-dimming, LED turn signals Convenience Optional: Tremor Convenience Package ($1,495) adds ambient lighting, auto-dimming mirror, rain-sensing wipers, driver memory, PowerFold third row, power-folding mirrors All of that included, plus open-on-approach liftgate and electronic sound enhancement BlueCruise Optional: $495 (hardware + 1 year + 90 days) or $2,495 (hardware + one-time purchase) Hardware + 90-day trial included; subscription after Sun and Sound ($3,340) Not available Available: 14-speaker B&O, multicontour front seats, Panoramic Vista Roof Base MSRP $49,200 $56,460 Base MSRP excludes $1,795 destination and delivery. Both groups are 4WD only with the same tires, axle, plates, hooks, and ground clearance. The way I frame it: if you do not tow heavy and your Tremor is a gravel-road daily driver, an 800A with the Convenience Package gets you most of the 801A interior for about $50,700 before destination, and the 2.3L is a strong engine at 300 horsepower. If you pull a side-by-side trailer or a bigger boat regularly, want the 20.2-gallon tank for the range, or want BlueCruise and the Vista Roof, the 801A is the cleaner order and roughly $5,800 more than an optioned 800A. Note that towing is rated at 5,000 lbs on both; the V6 changes how it feels doing it, not the number. How capable is the Explorer Tremor, really? Honest answer: it is a real off-road package, not stickers, and it is not a Bronco Badlands. The Tremor is built on the Explorer’s rear-drive-based unibody with independent suspension. It does not have a two-speed transfer case, locking differentials front and rear, or the Bronco’s disconnecting sway bar. What it has is 8.7 inches of clearance, all-terrain tires, a TORSEN rear, skid plates, and tow hooks on a vehicle that still seats six, tows 5,000 lbs, and rides like an Explorer on the highway. For the driving that happens around Bowdle, that is the right recipe. Gravel section roads at speed, the two-track to a deer stand after a wet week, the CRP access road, the soft grade at the Oahe ramp, an unplowed driveway in January: the Tremor handles all of it without asking you to give up the third row. If your weekends involve rock crawling in the Black Hills, buy a Bronco. If they involve a boat, a family, and a lot of gravel, this is the one. Against a Jeep Grand Cherokee: the Trailhawk trim is only offered on the two-row Grand Cherokee, so if you need three rows, the Jeep answer is a Grand Cherokee L Overland or Summit on an air suspension, which is a different (and pricier) kind of vehicle. That comparison is in Explorer vs. Grand Cherokee L. Ford has not published approach, departure, or breakover angles for the Tremor, so I will not quote them. What the Tremor costs, and what is on the lot Tremor 800A starts at $49,200 and Tremor 801A at $56,460, both plus $1,795 destination and before options. The options that matter: the Tremor Convenience Package ($1,495, 800A only), Sun and Sound ($3,340, 801A only), the Panoramic Vista Roof on its own ($1,695), the universal garage door opener ($145), the engine block heater ($190, which I recommend for anything that sleeps outside here), and paint. Marsh Gray, Vapor Blue, Ruby Red, and Avalanche Gray are extra-cost; Agate Black and Carbonized Gray are not. On the lot today: 2026 Explorer Tremors, which share every piece of off-road hardware with the 2027 and are the fastest way to find out whether the all-terrain tires and TORSEN axle are what you want. The 2027 Tremor 801A is an order-to-spec build for now. If the V6 matters to you, we will build the order together, place it, and track it through delivery. See the Tremors in stock, or get pre-approved first so you know your payment before you pick an equipment group. Key Takeaways The Explorer Tremor debuted for 2026. Tremor 801A, the 3.0L V6 equipment group, is what is new for 2027. Every Tremor is 4WD with a TORSEN limited-slip rear, all-terrain tires, underbody plates, tow hooks, and 8.7 inches of clearance. 800A ($49,200) runs the 300-hp 2.3L; 801A ($56,460) adds the 400-hp V6, PowerFold third row, BlueCruise hardware with a 90-day trial, and Sun and Sound availability. Towing is 5,000 lbs on both groups. The V6 changes how it feels, not the rating. It is a real gravel and two-track package, not a Bronco. 2026 Tremors are on the lot; 2027 801A units are order-to-spec. Frequently Asked Questions Is the Explorer Tremor 4WD only? Yes. Every Explorer Tremor, 800A or 801A, is Intelligent 4WD with seven drive modes, Hill Descent Control, and a TORSEN limited-slip rear axle. It is the only Explorer trim that is not offered in RWD. What is the difference between Tremor 800A and 801A? 800A uses the 2.3L EcoBoost (300 hp) with a manual-fold third row and optional Convenience Package. 801A, new for 2027, uses the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (up to 400 hp) and includes the Convenience content, a PowerFold third row, an open-on-approach liftgate, electronic sound enhancement, and BlueCruise hardware with a 90-day trial. Sun and Sound is available only on 801A. What tires does the Explorer Tremor come with? P265/65R18 all-terrain tires on 18-inch high-gloss ebony black aluminum wheels with Electric Spice accents. It is the only 2027 Explorer with factory all-terrain tires. Can the Explorer Tremor tow? Yes. Both Tremor groups are rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped, with a Class III Trailer Tow Package, Trailer Sway Control, and blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage standard. How much does the 2027 Explorer Tremor cost? Tremor 800A starts at $49,200 and Tremor 801A at $56,460, both base MSRP before options and the $1,795 destination and delivery charge. How many people does the Explorer Tremor seat? Six. The Tremor comes with second-row captain’s chairs and a 50/50 third row; the second-row bench that makes other Explorers seven-seaters is not offered on the Tremor. Is the 2027 Explorer Tremor on the lot at Beadle Ford? We have 2026 Explorer Tremors on the lot with the same off-road hardware. The 2027 Tremor 801A with the 3.0L V6 is an order-to-spec build right now; contact Beadle Ford and we will place and track the order for you. My Take The buyers who ask me about the Tremor already own a truck. They want the second vehicle to handle the section road and the boat ramp without being another pickup, and until 2026 the Explorer could not honestly promise that. Now it can. The 2027 801A just makes the V6 version easier to order and better equipped for the money. My advice is to drive one of the 2026 Tremors first. If the all-terrain tires and the firmer, taller stance feel right, decide on the engine second. Most gravel-road drivers are happy in an 800A. The ones towing every weekend should go 801A and let us order it. Shop Explorer Inventory Get Pre-Approved Contact Beadle Ford About the Author Lexy Tabbert — Beadle Ford, Bowdle, SD Lexy Tabbert is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Beadle Ford in Bowdle, South Dakota. She covers Ford vehicles, trim comparisons, and buyer guidance — helping families, ranchers, and ag operators across the region find the right truck and configuration for their needs. Learn more about Lexy.