Ford Expedition

Model Years Produced: 2018 to Current

Summary

The Ford Expedition has grown up considerably from its inception in 1996. Although the core DNA is still there – a comfortable family hauler – it has become bigger, faster, nicer, sleeker, and overall a more mature package.

Still based on the F-150 pickup, the Expedition is a body-on-frame SUV that can tow nearly five tons when fitted with the towing package, and it comes with a proper two-speed transfer case when equipped with 4WD. Although it’s too long and the bumpers are too low for proper off-road driving, the Expedition can handle trails just fine, especially in its new-for-2022 “Timberline” trim level – which includes a mild lift kit, skid plates, larger tires, and of course, a power boost. If the regular Expedition somehow isn’t big enough for you, a “MAX” version is available which stretches it another foot in length. Despite “only” coming with a V6, the Expedition is still quick – Motor Trend tested a 4WD version to 60mph in just 6.3 seconds.

Model year 2022 featured a mid-cycle refresh. In addition to some minor exterior style changes, the Expedition gained a standard 12″ infotainment screen running Ford Sync 4 (that can be optioned to the same 15.5″ screen from the Mustang Mach E), optional “BlueCruise” hands-free driving assist, an optional “Stealth Edition Performance Package,” and the aforementioned Timberline trim level.

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Verdict

Pros

• Extremely comfortable seats
• Great fit and finish compared to its other American competitors like the Tahoe and Durango
• Tons of space inside, especially on the “MAX” version
• BlueCruise sets the bar for driver assistance tech in the class

Cons

• Handles like a big truck
• When fitted with the optional 15.5″ screen, the climate controls are digital rather than physical

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Reviews

Consumer Reports

• URL: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/ford/expedition/2022/overview/
• Overall score: 73/100
• Road test: 73/100
• Predicted reliability: 3/5
• Predicted owner satisfaction: 4/5

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Other Outlets

• Car & Driver: https://www.caranddriver.com/ford/expedition
• Motor Trend: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/ford/expedition/

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Specifications

All figures are as of 2022 model year.

• Transmission: Ford 10-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: RWD standard, full-time 4WD optional w/ 2-speed transfer case
  • Electronically locking center differential standard on  4WD models
  • Electronically locking rear differential optional on all models
• Base curb weight: 5306 lbs
• Max cargo capacity: 104.6 cu ft
• Seating: 3 rows
• Rear leg room: 41.5 in
• Towing capacity: 6000 lbs (9300 lbs with the towing package)

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