The 2027 Ford Explorer fits 7 passengers with 31.8 inches of third-row leg room and up to 85.8 cubic feet of cargo space. That cargo figure leads this class and nearly doubles what rivals offer with all rows in use. This page covers every interior dimension by trim, and Greg Hubler Ford in Muncie has Explorer inventory ready to view in person.
The headline number for the 2027 Explorer third row is 31.8 inches of leg room. That figure is competitive for a three-row SUV in this segment, giving rear-seat passengers genuine usable space rather than a token bench. Shoulder room in the third row measures 54.6 inches, which comfortably fits two adults side by side. Head room back there reaches 38.9 inches, enough clearance for passengers up to average height.
Beyond the third row, the interior opens up considerably. First-row leg room reaches 43 inches, and second-row leg room lands at 37.5 inches on the Active and ST-Line. The total passenger volume on those same trims is 150.3 cubic feet, a figure that reflects genuine cabin breadth rather than just length.
Cargo flexibility rounds out the picture. Behind the third row, 16.3 cubic feet of cargo space handles weekend bags or a stroller. Fold the third row and that number jumps to 46 cubic feet behind the second row. Remove both rear rows and the maximum cargo volume reaches 85.8 cubic feet on the Active and ST-Line trims, with the ST, Platinum, and Tremor landing at 85.3 cubic feet.
The Explorer uses a split-folding second and third row to let owners configure the cabin around the trip at hand. The power liftgate, operable via key fob, opens the cargo floor without requiring a free hand. That matters when loading groceries or gear after a day out.
The third-row bench itself folds to expand cargo access. With the row up and all seven seats occupied, those 16.3 cubic feet behind the bench sit at floor level, making them easy to load without stacking items high. The 198.7-inch overall length gives the cabin room to breathe without creating an oversized footprint that feels unwieldy to park.
Ground clearance varies by trim. The Active and ST-Line sit at 7.6 inches, the ST rises to 7.8 inches, the Platinum reaches 8.3 inches, and the Tremor tops the lineup at 8.7 inches. Higher ground clearance on the Tremor does not reduce interior head room meaningfully; that figure holds at 40.7 inches up front across all trims except the Platinum with an optional moonroof.
The core interior dimensions stay largely consistent from trim to trim, which matters for buyers comparing the Active against the Platinum or ST.
One practical note on the Platinum: adding the available moonroof reduces first-row head room to 38.9 inches and second-row head room to 38.2 inches, so taller drivers shopping the Platinum should factor that in before selecting that option. The Tremor seats 6 rather than 7 in its standard configuration.
Families in Muncie using the Explorer for school runs, sporting events, or longer trips to Indianapolis will notice that 31.8 inches of third-row leg room is enough for older children and shorter adults without the cramped posture that plagues many competitors’ third rows. The 54.6-inch shoulder room back there means two passengers fit without shoulder-to-shoulder contact.
The 16.3 cubic feet behind the third row is the difference between making one trip and two when loading up after a game. For buyers who regularly carry a full passenger load and still need cargo room, that number is the deciding factor. With the second row folded on a road trip for two, 46 cubic feet of flat floor space handles luggage for a long weekend without roof racks.
The 13.2-inch center touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster keep both driver and front passenger oriented, and the Wi-Fi hotspot serving up to 10 devices extends connectivity to every row. Third-row passengers are not left out of the cabin’s tech infrastructure, which matters on longer drives.
The Explorer’s 85.8 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume sits at the top of its class. Rivals in the three-row segment routinely land in the 75-to-80 cubic foot range with all rows folded, putting the Explorer several cubic feet ahead. The 31.8 inches of third-row leg room is on par with or ahead of most competitors in this price range. The 150.3 cubic feet of total passenger volume on the Active and ST-Line puts meaningful occupant space behind those figures, not just cargo-optimized architecture.
Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology, a 360-degree camera, and adaptive cruise control come standard across the lineup, so the interior space advantage does not come at the cost of safety equipment. The 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty also gives buyers coverage well beyond what some competitors offer.
The dimensions on paper only tell part of the story. Sitting in the third row and loading cargo through the power liftgate gives a clearer sense of what 31.8 inches of leg room and 85.8 cubic feet of max space feel like in practice. Greg Hubler Ford in Muncie carries 2027 Explorer inventory across the lineup from the Active through the Tremor and Platinum. Schedule a test drive or check current availability online to find the trim that fits your family’s configuration.
The third row has 31.8 inches of leg room on all trims, making it usable for adults on shorter trips and comfortable for children on longer ones.
The 2027 Explorer seats 7 passengers on the Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trims. The Tremor seats 6 in its standard configuration.
Behind the third row, the Explorer provides 16.3 cubic feet of cargo space. With the third row folded, that expands to 46 cubic feet behind the second row.
Maximum cargo volume reaches 85.8 cubic feet on the Active and ST-Line with both rear rows folded, and 85.3 cubic feet on the ST, Platinum, and Tremor.
Yes. Adding the available moonroof on the Platinum trim reduces first-row head room to 38.9 inches and second-row head room to 38.2 inches, compared to 40.7 and 40.5 inches on other trims.
Third-row head room is 38.9 inches across all trims, consistent regardless of which trim or engine you choose.
Greg Hubler Ford in Muncie carries 2027 Explorer inventory. Use the inventory link above to check availability or schedule a third-row test sit at the dealership.
