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2020 Ford Expedition: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2020 Expedition’s most important change is that Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assistance features became standard on every trim. This was a light equipment-and-trim update, not a redesign.
About the 2020 Ford Expedition
4th generation Expedition (2018-2021), third model year before the 2022 refresh.
Ford positions the Expedition as its big family adventure SUV: a full-size three-row vehicle built to move lots of people, cargo, and towing weight without giving up comfort. Its core appeal is space, real towing strength, and long-trip ease, especially in Max form for buyers who need even more cargo room. Compared with softer three-row crossovers, the Expedition is for shoppers who want large-SUV room and capability first, with trim choices that run from basic utility to near-luxury.
The 2020 lineup stretches from the work-focused XL and family-oriented XLT to the upscale Limited, distinctive King Ranch, and top-end Platinum. XLT has an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while Limited adds comforts such as heated and ventilated front seats and a 12-speaker B&O sound system. King Ranch stands out with Del Rio leather and real wood trim, while Platinum pairs richer cabin materials with a 400-hp turbocharged V6.
What changed, by category
Safety
Ford Co-Pilot360 became standard across the 2020 Expedition lineup. Automatic high beams and lane-departure warning moved from optional to standard on XLT and Limited, while blind-spot monitoring became standard on XLT.
Tech
The 8-inch SYNC 3 touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto became more widely standard, and remote start moved from optional to standard on XLT.
Styling
King Ranch returned for both regular-length and Max models with Del Rio leather, real wood trim, and special badging. Platinum gained richer leather-wrapped interior trim along with new 22-inch wheels and related suspension hardware.
2020 Ford Expedition specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 375 hp | 375 hp | 400 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 470 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 9000–9200 lb | 9000–9300 lb | 9000–9200 lb | 9000–9200 lb | 9000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 104.6–121.5 cu-ft | 104.6–121.5 cu-ft | 104.6–121.5 cu-ft | 104.6–121.5 cu-ft | 104.6–121.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 40.9 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Cruise Control | |||||
| Hill Descent Control | |||||
| Inflatable Seat Belts | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Side Steps | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Tow Hooks | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Memory Pedals | |||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Reclining Rear Seats | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Ford Expedition?
The biggest change is standard Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assistance equipment on every 2020 Expedition. The suite adds features intended to help with common hazards, including lane departure and vehicles in the driver’s blind spot.
Was the 2020 Ford Expedition redesigned?
No, the 2020 Expedition was not redesigned. It remained part of the fourth generation introduced for 2018 and received equipment and trim updates instead.
Did the King Ranch trim return for the 2020 Ford Expedition?
Yes, King Ranch returned to the Expedition lineup for 2020 in regular-length and Max forms. It sits above Limited and has distinctive Del Rio leather, real wood console trim, special badging, adaptive cruise control, and a 360-degree camera.
How does the 2020 Ford Expedition compare with the 2019 model?
The 2020 Expedition is the more meaningfully equipped year if standard driver-assistance features or the King Ranch trim matter to you. It also gives Platinum richer cabin trim and new 22-inch wheel-and-suspension hardware, but it is not a full redesign over the 2019 model.
Did the 2020 Ford Expedition get a new engine?
No, there was no lineup-wide engine change for 2020. Platinum continued to stand out with an enhanced 400-hp version of the 3.5-liter turbocharged V6.
2020 Ford Expedition Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Ford Expedition.
4.2
2020 Ford Expedition
(124 reviews)
“Well designed. Comfortable to drive. Innovative. Quiet. Lots of storage compartments.”
“If you want a big vehicle that has power and well made, you can't go wrong with an Expedition.”