Expedition Trim Levels
2027 Ford Expedition Trim Guide
What's the Difference Between the 2027 Ford Expedition Trim Levels?
Active, Platinum, Tremor or King Ranch? Standard length or Expedition MAX? The 2027 Expedition lineup ranges from an eight-passenger family SUV to a 440-horsepower off-road machine and a premium full-size luxury hauler. Here's how to choose the right one.
Four Expedition personalities
Start with how your family actually uses a full-size SUV
Active delivers the core Expedition experience. Platinum adds luxury and available high-output power. Tremor is built around off-road performance, while King Ranch combines full-size SUV capability with distinctive premium styling.
9,600 lbs. Max Available Towing Select 4x4 models with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
440 hp Max Available Horsepower 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6
Up to 8 Passenger Seating Depending on trim and second-row configuration
123.1 cu. ft. MAX Cargo Capacity Maximum cargo space behind the first row in Expedition MAX
The simple answer
Which 2027 Ford Expedition should you buy?
Ignore the option codes for a minute. The basic personalities of the Expedition lineup are easy to understand.
Want the best family value?
Active gives you 400 horsepower, three rows, serious towing capability and the core Expedition experience without paying for luxury or specialty hardware.
Pick: Expedition ActiveWant luxury and technology?
Platinum adds more premium materials, available luxury equipment and access to Ford's 440-horsepower High-Output EcoBoost V6.
Pick: Expedition PlatinumActually going off-road?
Tremor comes standard with the High-Output V6, 4WD, all-terrain tires, locking rear differential, skid plates and serious trail hardware.
Pick: Expedition TremorWant premium character?
King Ranch combines a luxurious cabin with distinctive Southwestern-inspired design and the capability expected from a full-size Expedition.
Pick: Expedition King Ranch Side-by-side
2027 Expedition trim-level comparison
Here are the biggest differences between Active, Platinum, Tremor and King Ranch before we break each model down.
| Feature | Active | Platinum | Tremor | King Ranch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard engine | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L High-Output EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
| Standard horsepower | 400 hp | 400 hp | 440 hp | 400 hp |
| Standard torque | 480 lb.-ft. | 480 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. | 480 lb.-ft. |
| High-Output V6 available | — | Yes | Standard | — |
| Drivetrain | 4x2 / Available 4x4 | 4x2 / Available 4x4 | Standard 4x4 | 4x2 / Available 4x4 |
| Max towing | Up to 9,600 lbs. | Up to 9,600 lbs. | Up to 9,300 lbs. | Up to 9,600 lbs. |
| MAX available | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Main personality | Family value EVERYDAY | Premium luxury REFINED | Off-road ADVENTURE | Premium character DISTINCTIVE |
Maximum towing figures require specific drivetrain and equipment combinations. Select 4x4 Expedition models can tow up to 9,600 pounds with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package. Tremor is rated up to 9,300 pounds. Always verify the individual vehicle's towing configuration before use.
2027 EXPEDITION ACTIVE
Active: the full-size family workhorse
Active is the starting point for the Expedition lineup, but there's nothing small about the capability you get.
The standard 3.5L EcoBoost V6 produces 400 horsepower and 480 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Active also gives families the widest seating flexibility, with room for up to eight passengers depending on second-row configuration.
- ✓ 3.5L EcoBoost V6: 400 hp / 480 lb.-ft.
- ✓ 10-speed automatic transmission
- ✓ 4x2 or available 4x4
- ✓ Up to eight-passenger seating
- ✓ Up to 108.5 cu. ft. cargo capacity behind the first row
- ✓ Up to 9,600 lbs. towing on properly equipped 4x4 models
Who should buy Expedition Active?
Families who need genuine full-size SUV space, serious trailer capability and strong EcoBoost performance but don't need the extra luxury equipment or specialized off-road hardware of the upper trims.
2027 EXPEDITION PLATINUM
Platinum: luxury without giving up capability
Platinum takes the Expedition's massive interior and towing capability and wraps them in a more premium experience.
The standard engine remains the 400-horsepower 3.5L EcoBoost, but Platinum can also be equipped with the High-Output version producing 440 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque.
Platinum is also where one of the notable 2027 updates appears: the available 30th Anniversary Appearance Package, including exclusive available Blue Ember Metallic paint.
- ✓ Standard 3.5L EcoBoost: 400 hp / 480 lb.-ft.
- ✓ Available High-Output EcoBoost: 440 hp / 510 lb.-ft.
- ✓ Available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology
- ✓ Available Platinum Ultimate Package
- ✓ Available Stealth Performance Package
- ✓ Available 30th Anniversary Appearance Package
Who should buy Expedition Platinum?
Buyers who need Expedition space and towing but want more luxury, technology and the option of serious 440-horsepower performance.
2027 EXPEDITION TREMOR
Tremor: the 440-horsepower adventure Expedition
Tremor is the Expedition for families who don't want the road to end when the pavement does.
Unlike the other trims, the 440-horsepower High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is standard. It produces 510 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired exclusively with 4WD.
Ford backs that power with 33-inch all-terrain tires, a 3.73 electronic-locking rear differential, Rock Crawl mode, modified Raptor-inspired skid plates and up to 10.6 inches of ground clearance.
- ✓ 3.5L High-Output EcoBoost: 440 hp / 510 lb.-ft.
- ✓ Standard Intelligent 4WD
- ✓ 33-inch all-terrain tires
- ✓ 3.73 electronic-locking rear differential
- ✓ Rock Crawl mode
- ✓ Modified Raptor-inspired skid plates
- ✓ Up to 10.6 inches ground clearance
- ✓ Up to 9,300 lbs. towing
Who should buy Expedition Tremor?
Families who tow, camp, travel on rough roads or want a full-size three-row SUV with genuine off-road hardware instead of an appearance package pretending to be one.
2027 EXPEDITION KING RANCH
King Ranch: distinctive luxury with full-size capability
King Ranch takes a different approach from Platinum. Instead of understated luxury, the emphasis is on a distinctive Southwestern design theme with unique colors, materials and exterior details.
The standard 3.5L EcoBoost V6 produces 400 horsepower and 480 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 10-speed automatic and available Intelligent 4WD retain the capability expected from an Expedition.
For 2027, King Ranch can also be configured with rear-wheel drive, giving buyers another drivetrain option.
- ✓ 3.5L EcoBoost V6: 400 hp / 480 lb.-ft.
- ✓ 4x2 or available Intelligent 4WD
- ✓ 22-inch Sinister Bronze wheels with machined face
- ✓ Premium King Ranch styling inside and out
- ✓ Power-deployable running boards
- ✓ Up to 9,600 lbs. towing when properly equipped with 4x4
Who should buy Expedition King Ranch?
Buyers who want the space and capability of an Expedition but prefer a richer, more distinctive luxury personality than the cleaner Platinum aesthetic.
Standard vs. MAX
Expedition MAX: when cargo room matters as much as seating
MAX isn't simply another trim. It's the extended-length Expedition body style available with Active, Platinum and King Ranch.
The standard Expedition measures 209.9 inches long, while Expedition MAX stretches to 221.7 inches. Most of that added length benefits cargo room.
Behind the third row, the regular Expedition offers 22.9 cubic feet of cargo space. Expedition MAX increases that to 37.4 cubic feet — a major difference when all three rows are occupied.
- ✓ Standard Expedition length: 209.9 inches
- ✓ Expedition MAX length: 221.7 inches
- ✓ Regular cargo behind third row: 22.9 cu. ft.
- ✓ MAX cargo behind third row: 37.4 cu. ft.
- ✓ MAX cargo behind first row: up to 123.1 cu. ft.
- ✓ Available on: Active, Platinum and King Ranch
Who should buy Expedition MAX?
Families who routinely use all three rows while also carrying luggage, sports equipment, strollers, coolers or road-trip gear. If the third row is frequently occupied, MAX is often the more meaningful upgrade than simply moving to a higher trim.
Engine choices
Two versions of Ford's 3.5L EcoBoost V6
Every 2027 Expedition uses turbocharged V6 power. The question is whether you need the already-strong 400-horsepower engine or the 440-horsepower High-Output version.
3.5L EcoBoost V6
The standard Expedition powerplant delivers more than enough output for daily driving, highway passing and serious trailer duty.
400 horsepower 480 lb.-ft. of torque 10-speed automatic Standard on Active, Platinum & King Ranch Up to 9,600 lbs. towing3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6
The High-Output version adds more horsepower and torque for buyers who want stronger acceleration and maximum factory performance.
440 horsepower 510 lb.-ft. of torque Standard on Tremor Available on select Platinum configurations 10-speed automatic Full-size towing capability
Up to 9,600 pounds of available towing
Expedition is a family SUV, but its truck-based capability becomes obvious when a trailer is attached.
Select properly equipped 4x4 Expedition models can tow up to 9,600 pounds with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package.
Available towing technology includes Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist, helping drivers manage one of the most intimidating parts of owning a large trailer.
- ✓ Up to 9,600 lbs. maximum towing
- ✓ Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package available on eligible 4x4 models
- ✓ Available Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
- ✓ Available Pro Trailer Backup Assist
Three-row practicality
Expedition is built around using all three rows
One of the advantages of a full-size SUV is that the third row doesn't have to feel like emergency seating.
Depending on configuration, Expedition can carry seven or eight passengers, with available second-row captain's chairs for easier third-row access.
The regular-wheelbase Expedition provides up to 108.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo capacity, while MAX expands that to 123.1 cubic feet.
- ✓ Three rows of seating
- ✓ Seven- or eight-passenger configurations
- ✓ Regular Expedition: up to 108.5 cu. ft. cargo capacity
- ✓ Expedition MAX: up to 123.1 cu. ft. cargo capacity
Technology
Big SUV. Smart tools to make it easier to live with.
The 2027 Expedition combines its full-size dimensions with driver-assistance, connectivity and towing technology designed to take some of the work out of driving a large SUV.
Available BlueCruise
Available hands-free highway driving assistance can make long road trips less demanding on compatible divided highways.
Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0
Driver-assistance technology includes features designed to improve confidence in traffic, parking and highway driving.
Pro Trailer Technology
Available Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist help simplify hitching and backing a trailer.
360-Degree Zone Lighting
Available exterior lighting around the vehicle can illuminate campsites, tailgates and work areas after dark.
Ford Security Package
For 2027, Ford includes one year of the Ford Security Package with activation, with additional subscription or longer-term purchase options available.
Family-Focused Cabin
Large digital displays, abundant storage and flexible seating are designed around daily family use and long-distance travel.
What's new
What's new for the 2027 Ford Expedition?
The basic Expedition formula remains familiar, but Ford made several meaningful appearance, drivetrain and technology updates for 2027.
30th Anniversary
Platinum gains an available 30th Anniversary Appearance Package with exclusive available Blue Ember Metallic paint.
Celebrating three decades of ExpeditionNew Colors
Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat and Nocturnal Blue Metallic join the available exterior color palette on select models.
More personalizationMore 4x2 Choice
Rear-wheel drive is now available on Platinum and King Ranch configurations for 2027.
More drivetrain flexibilitySecurity Package
Ford includes one year of its Security Package with activation and offers additional subscription or seven-year purchase options.
Added connected protection Expedition near Kansas City
Shop the 2027 Ford Expedition at Chuck Anderson Ford
Shopping for an Expedition in Excelsior Springs, Liberty, Kearney, Richmond or the greater Kansas City area? Compare Active, Platinum, Tremor, King Ranch and MAX configurations at Chuck Anderson Ford.
Frequently asked questions
2027 Ford Expedition FAQ
What are the 2027 Ford Expedition trim levels?
The 2027 Ford Expedition lineup includes Active, Platinum, Tremor and King Ranch. Extended-length MAX models are available on Active, Platinum and King Ranch.
What is the difference between Expedition Active and Platinum?
Active emphasizes family value and core capability, while Platinum adds premium materials, technology and luxury equipment. Platinum also offers an available High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 producing 440 horsepower.
What is special about the 2027 Expedition Tremor?
Tremor is the off-road-focused Expedition. It includes a standard 440-horsepower High-Output EcoBoost V6, Intelligent 4WD, 33-inch all-terrain tires, an electronic-locking rear differential, Rock Crawl mode, skid plates and increased ground clearance.
What is the difference between Expedition Platinum and King Ranch?
Both focus on premium full-size SUV comfort, but Platinum uses a more contemporary luxury theme and offers the available 440-horsepower High-Output engine. King Ranch uses distinctive Southwestern-inspired styling and premium interior details with the standard 400-horsepower EcoBoost V6.
What is the difference between Expedition and Expedition MAX?
Expedition MAX has a longer body and substantially more cargo room. The regular Expedition offers 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, while Expedition MAX increases that to 37.4 cubic feet. Maximum cargo capacity increases from 108.5 to 123.1 cubic feet.
How much can the 2027 Ford Expedition tow?
Select properly equipped 4x4 Expedition models can tow up to 9,600 pounds with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package. Expedition Tremor can tow up to 9,300 pounds.
How much horsepower does the 2027 Expedition have?
The standard 3.5L EcoBoost V6 produces 400 horsepower and 480 lb.-ft. of torque. The High-Output version produces 440 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque.
How many people can the 2027 Expedition seat?
Depending on trim and seating configuration, the 2027 Expedition can carry seven or eight passengers across three rows.
Which Expedition is best for off-roading?
Expedition Tremor is the clear off-road choice. It includes standard 4WD, 33-inch all-terrain tires, a locking rear differential, Rock Crawl mode, modified Raptor-inspired skid plates and up to 10.6 inches of ground clearance.
Which Expedition is best for a large family?
Expedition Active is a strong value-oriented choice for families, while Expedition MAX is especially useful for families who regularly use all three rows and still need significant room for luggage, sports gear or strollers.
What is new for the 2027 Ford Expedition?
Updates include an available 30th Anniversary Appearance Package for Platinum, new exterior colors including Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat and Nocturnal Blue Metallic, newly available 4x2 configurations on Platinum and King Ranch, and updated Ford Security Package availability.
Where can I buy a 2027 Ford Expedition near Kansas City?
Chuck Anderson Ford in Excelsior Springs, Missouri serves Expedition shoppers from Excelsior Springs, Liberty, Kearney, Richmond, Kansas City and surrounding communities. Browse available Expedition inventory online or visit the dealership to compare Active, Platinum, Tremor, King Ranch and MAX configurations in person.
Big family. Big trailer. Big trip. Pick the Expedition built for it.
Choose Active for everyday family capability, Platinum for luxury and available High-Output performance, Tremor for off-road adventure, King Ranch for distinctive premium style, or Expedition MAX when cargo room is the priority. Compare the 2027 Expedition lineup at Chuck Anderson Ford in Excelsior Springs.
Vehicle specifications, features, packages, horsepower, fuel-economy ratings, towing capacities, cargo capacities and availability are based on manufacturer-published 2027 Ford Expedition information available when this page was prepared and are subject to change. Maximum towing capacity requires proper drivetrain, equipment, trailer and vehicle configuration. Cargo measurements vary by seating position and configuration. Horsepower and torque ratings may require manufacturer-recommended fuel. Always consult the vehicle's owner's manual and certification information before towing or off-road driving. Ford, Expedition, Expedition MAX, Tremor, King Ranch, Platinum, EcoBoost, BlueCruise, Co-Pilot360, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and related marks are trademarks of Ford Motor Company. Torsen is a trademark of its respective owner.