2023 Ford Expedition

　　

2023 Ford Expedition Review

byAlex NishimotoCorrespondent

　　Alex Nishimoto has worked in the automotive industry since 2007. He was a staff writer for MotorTrend for 10 years and since then has contributed to CNET, PRI, AutoWise and other publications.

　　Planning on towing or hauling a lot of stuff with your SUV? The 2023 Ford Expedition might be just what you're looking for. This large three-row SUV offers seating for eight and is one of the biggest and most capable vehicles out there. But it's also plenty refined and offers just about everything Ford supplies these days in regards to technology, including BlueCruise, which is a helpful hands-free driver assist system for use on select highways.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Ford Expedition XL Fleet 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$247/mo  for Expedition XL Fleet

　　Expedition XL Fleet

　　XL Fleet 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $54,155 MSRPXL Fleet 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $57,205 MSRPXL STX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $55,125 MSRPXL STX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $58,175 MSRPMAX XL Fleet 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $58,155 MSRPMAX XL Fleet 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $61,205 MSRPXLT 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $59,190 MSRPXLT 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $62,240 MSRPMAX XLT 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $62,190 MSRPMAX XLT 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $65,240 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $68,060 MSRPLimited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) (Most Popular) - $71,110 MSRPMAX Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $71,060 MSRPMAX Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $74,110 MSRPTimberline 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $71,400 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $78,115 MSRPKing Ranch 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $81,165 MSRPPlatinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $80,565 MSRPPlatinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $83,615 MSRPMAX King Ranch 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $81,115 MSRPMAX King Ranch 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $84,165 MSRPMAX Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $83,565 MSRPMAX Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A) - $86,615 MSRP

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　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　Much of the Expedition's robust capability comes by way of its truck-based underpinnings. Ford says you can pull up to 9,300 pounds with the Expedition when it's properly equipped. That's enough to pull a good-sized trailer or boat. Or if you need space for a family road trip or to help move house, there's the long-wheelbase Expedition Max body style and its substantial 121.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first-row seats.

　　The Expedition is one of just a few large SUVs around. The Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon (plus the related Suburban and Yukon XL) are the Expedition's primary rivals, but you might also consider the relatively new Jeep Wagoneer or Wagoneer L. Toyota is out with a redesigned Sequoia, too. What's the best max-sized SUV for you? Read our test team's Expert Rating to find out how the Expedition stacks up.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

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　　Average

　　7.5

　　out of 10

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Performance

7.5/10

　　How does the Expedition drive? We're impressed with the V6 engine's muscle. Any SUV this large can't really be this quick, can it? We tested an Expedition Platinum with 4WD, and it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds. That's almost a second quicker than a comparable Chevy Tahoe. The Expedition is responsive and easy to drive when you aren't burying the accelerator into the ground too.

　　The brake pedal is slightly squishy when you first press on it, but ultimately it's pretty easy to come to smooth stops, which is the important part. The steering has a light effort and helps to make this Expedition feel a little less humongous.

　　While you won't likely be driving your Expedition with Secret Service-like urgency, there are some pretty admirable qualities here for such a large SUV. It's no Mercedes GLS, but this does not feel clumsy.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Expedition? The Expedition's front seats are comfy and cushy. They have multiple zones of lumbar support and even have a massage function in the higher trims. The second-row seats are also decently plush. The third-row seating is firm but still adequate for adult use. The Expedition's ride quality is pretty smooth too.

　　We were less impressed by the Expedition's climate control. The air flow from the vents is noisy and not particularly strong. The seat heaters also might disappoint if you really like them to get hot. On the upside, the Expedition is impressively quiet on the highway and around town.

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