The Ford Explorer Active trim delivers a strong feature list out of the box - but one factory upgrade changes the ownership experience in ways Nassau County families notice every single day.

The Active Comfort Package bundles seven additions that address real-world comfort gaps: a heated steering wheel, remote start, upgraded seating, second-row temperature control, LED lighting upgrades, and more. For families in Levittown, East Meadow, and Wantagh making a multi-year ownership decision, understanding exactly what this package adds - and what it unlocks - is worth the five minutes.

Bottom Line: The Active Comfort Package is worth adding for most Nassau County families.

  • Upgrades cabin seating from cloth to ActiveX for a more premium feel
  • Adds remote start - a genuine quality-of-life feature on Long Island winters
  • Unlocks the Panoramic Vista Roof option, which is not available without this package
  • Second-row climate controls reduce parent-to-backseat negotiations on long drives
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What the Active Trim Already Includes

Before evaluating the package, it helps to know the Active’s baseline. The 2027 Explorer Active is already well-equipped for a three-row family SUV, and many buyers are surprised by how much they get before touching a single option.

Standard on the Active trim: 18-inch wheels, a 13.2-inch touchscreen with Google Assistant and Google Maps built in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital cluster, Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ with adaptive cruise control and lane centering, and standard 4WD availability. The Active level specifically adds a power liftgate, active noise cancellation, a 10-way power heated driver seat with heat on both front seats, and power heated mirrors.

For everything you need to know about 2027 Explorer trim options, see our complete Ford Explorer buyer’s guide for Nassau County.

What the Active Trim Does Not Include

A few gaps stand out on the standard Active. The driver gets a power seat, but the passenger gets a manual one. The steering wheel is vinyl-wrapped rather than heated leather. Remote start is absent. The second row has no dedicated climate controls - a real frustration on Long Island commutes with kids in back.

The interior material defaults to cloth. And the 5G Connectivity Package and Panoramic Vista Roof cannot be added unless the Comfort Package is on the order.

Every Item the Active Comfort Package Adds

The Active Comfort Package is designed as a single bundled upgrade. Each element targets something families in Nassau County actually use, rather than adding trim-level appearance items that don’t affect daily life.

Heated Leather Steering Wheel

The standard Active steering wheel is vinyl-wrapped. The package swaps it for a heated unit - significant for Nassau County winters and early spring mornings when hands are cold before the cabin warms up. Remote start without a heated wheel leaves the wheel still cold when you get in; the two features work together.

Remote Start

This is the feature most Nassau County buyers cite first when they experience it. Remote start lets you cool the cabin before school drop-off in July or warm it before a Seaford commute in January, without standing in a parking lot. The Explorer’s remote start is accessible through the Ford mobile app or the key fob.

LED Fog Lamps and LED Signature Lighting

The standard Active trim uses halogen fog lamps. The Comfort Package upgrades to LED fog lamps and adds LED signature lighting, improving visibility in the early-morning fog that frequently blankets South Shore Long Island in fall and winter. The visual distinction also sharpens the Active’s street presence noticeably.

8-Way Power Passenger Seat

The Active trim’s driver gets a 10-way power seat; the passenger gets a manual one. The Comfort Package corrects this with an 8-way power passenger seat, which matters for taller passengers and on longer drives to upstate New York or the Jersey Shore.

ActiveX Seating Material

The base Active interior uses cloth seating. The Comfort Package upgrades to ActiveX, a synthetic material with a soft-leather look and feel that cleans more easily than cloth and holds up better to the daily wear of Nassau County family life - sports equipment, sandy shoes from Jones Beach, and food from East Meadow takeout runs. ActiveX is not leather, but it performs closer to leather in practice.

Second-Row Climate Controls

The standard Active has a tri-zone climate system, but the rear zone controls sit at the front of the cabin. The Comfort Package adds dedicated second-row climate controls directly in the rear, giving passengers - particularly kids - independence over their temperature zone without asking the driver.

Silver Skid-Plate Elements

The Active Comfort Package adds silver-painted front skid-plate elements, a visual upgrade that also adds a mild layer of underbody protection for the front fascia. This is a smaller addition compared to the others but contributes to the overall appearance upgrade.

Christopher Bahamonde
"The Active Comfort Package is one of the most frequent recommendations I make to Explorer buyers in Nassau County. Remote start and ActiveX seating together change the day-to-day experience in ways that are hard to overstate once you've had them."

- Christopher Bahamonde

General Manager, Levittown Ford

What the Active Comfort Package Unlocks

Beyond the seven items it directly adds, the Active Comfort Package serves as a gateway to four additional factory options that are not available on a standard Active without it.

Panoramic Vista Roof with Power Shade

The 2027 Explorer’s Panoramic Vista Roof with power shade replaces the previous fixed panoramic glass roof. It cannot be ordered without the Active Comfort Package. For families who want open-sky driving on Long Island parkways, this is the route to it.

20-Inch Wheels

The standard Active rides on 18-inch wheels. With the Comfort Package installed, 20-inch Carbonized Gray aluminum wheels and 20-inch Luster Nickel wheels both become available. These upgrade the stance significantly and move the tire profile to a 255/55R20 all-season.

Slick Roof Conversion

The Slick Roof Conversion deletes the roof-rack side rails for a cleaner roofline. It is a personal aesthetic choice, but it requires the Comfort Package to order.

Second-Row 35/30/35 Bench

If you prefer a bench seat in the second row over captain’s chairs - useful for fitting three passengers across the middle row - that configuration requires the Comfort Package. It is available as an add-on once the package is on the build.

For safety context on the 2027 Explorer, check NHTSA safety ratings once the vehicle has been through federal crash testing.

Mid-Article CTA

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Active Comfort Package vs. Moving Up to ST-Line

A common question at Levittown Ford: is it better to add the Comfort Package to the Active, or step up to the ST-Line?

The ST-Line starts where the Active Comfort Package leaves off and goes further on the appearance and audio fronts. The ST-Line includes blackout exterior styling, 20-inch Ebony machined wheels, Miko suede-style seats with red stitching, a 10-speaker B&O audio upgrade, and Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 with a 360-degree camera. It already includes everything the Comfort Package adds.

If you want the sporty visual package, the B&O audio, and the 360-degree camera, the ST-Line is worth the step up. If your priority is the heated steering wheel, remote start, seat comfort, and second-row climate control without the appearance changes, the Active with the Comfort Package is a cleaner fit.

See the full Explorer ST vs. ST-Line breakdown for a deeper comparison.

FAQ

Does the Explorer Active Comfort Package include a moonroof? The package itself does not include a moonroof. It makes the Panoramic Vista Roof with power shade available as a separate add-on - the roof is not bundled inside the package. You order the package first, then the roof separately.

Can I add the Comfort Package to the ST-Line, ST, Tremor, or Platinum? No - the Active Comfort Package is specific to the Active trim only. Upper trims include the equivalent features as standard content.

Does the Active Comfort Package change the exterior look? Beyond the LED fog lamps, LED signature lighting, and silver-painted front skid-plate elements, the exterior appearance is unchanged. The upgrade is primarily a cabin and convenience improvement.

Is remote start standard on the 2027 Explorer? Remote start is not standard on the base Active trim. It is included in the Active Comfort Package. Upper trims include it as standard.

Can the Active trim tow with the Comfort Package added? Yes. Towing capability is separate from the Comfort Package. The 2027 Explorer Active includes a Class III trailer tow package on every build, regardless of which options are selected.

Does the Comfort Package affect the Co-Pilot360 safety system? No. The Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite is standard on every 2027 Explorer trim. The Comfort Package does not alter or upgrade the driver assistance features.

Closing CTA

The Active Comfort Package is one of the most practical additions available on the 2027 Ford Explorer for Nassau County families. Remote start, ActiveX seating, a heated steering wheel, and second-row climate controls deliver the upgrades that translate directly into better daily use on Long Island.

Levittown Ford stocks Explorer inventory across the Active, ST-Line, ST, Tremor, and Platinum trims. Our team can walk you through exactly which options are available on current stock and which need to be ordered. Stop in or reach out today.

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