Ford Expedition Overview

The Expedition fullsize SUV is one of few vehicles large and stout enough to carry 8 passengers and their gear while hauling heavy loads like larger boats and trailers. A new entry-level XL trim joins the XLT, Limited and King Ranch variants, while last year's Eddie Bauer has been dropped. All models make use of a 310-hp 5.4-liter V8 that can run on either regular unleaded or E85 ethanol, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Ford sells both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions.

The Expedition achieves 14 city/20 highway mpg. Thanks to its large size the SUV has generous legroom even in the third row, and can carry 18.6 cubic feet of cargo with all seats in place or up to 108.3 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded. Towing capacity is 6,000 lbs., or up to 9,200 lbs. with the optional heavy-duty towing package.