Ford Expedition

The Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV with seating for up to eight passengers. It's available in two body styles: the standard-length Expedition and the extended-length Expedition MAX (reviewed separately). In Ford’s SUV lineup, it sits above the midsize Explorer and the smaller Edge and Escape models. The most recent generation of the Expedition began in 2018 and is expected to be replaced in 2024. It shares a platform and many components with the Lincoln Navigator, built by Ford's luxury arm. Properly equipped, the Expedition can tow up to 9,300 pounds.

Ford has offered the Expedition in various trims, including the XLT, Limited, King Ranch, and Platinum. The XLT is the base model, while the Limited adds more premium features, such as leather seats and upgraded audio systems. The western-themed King Ranch features exclusive styling elements and upgraded interior materials. Topping the range is the Platinum, which offers the most luxurious features and advanced tech.

In recent years, the Expedition has been powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, with different power outputs depending on the trim. For the XLT, Limited, and King Ranch trims, it produces 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, while for the Platinum trim it’s tuned to 400 hp and 480 lb-ft. All trims come with an automatic transmission, which was upgraded from six to 10 speeds in 2018. Rear-wheel drive is standard, while four-wheel drive is available as an option.

Ford upgraded the Expedition’s tech offerings in 2018, including a standard 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. That same year also ushered in newly available safety features, including forward collision mitigation and lane-keeping assist as standard equipment and adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and a 360-degree camera system as optional.

We recommend that used car shoppers target 2018 or newer models, which benefit from that generation's improvements in design, technology, and safety. The XLT trim offers a good balance of features and affordability for most buyers. However, if luxury features and advanced tech are priorities, the Limited or Platinum trims may be more suitable.