Ford Expedition - Price, Specs, Interior & Exterior Review

The all-new Ford Expedition is outfitted with a clean exterior with modern lines and a relatively sculpted profile. You’d notice its refreshed front grille with robust chrome accents coupled with boxy halogen projector headlights that give the Expedition a more dominating road presence.

The actual body is now made from a high-grade aluminum that rids this eight-seater sport utility vehicle of unnecessary weight while still maintaining a durable and reliable frame. The wheels of the new Ford Expedition also feature a sleek and sophisticated design giving this full-sized SUV a look that showcases the perfect marriage of luxury and reliability.

While the latest model offers an updated exterior, those whole look for raw power won’t be disappointed with the new Ford Expedition. Under the hood, it’s outfitted with Ford’s upgraded 3.5L engine. In the cabin, Ford’s Panoramic Vista Roof makes for an interesting addition to what the car’s spacious and leather-trimmed backseats have to offer. It’s the definitive ride for those looking for luxury and longevity.

Here are a few key advantages to the all-new Ford Expedition’s overall upgrades -

• Aluminum body contributes to fuel economy
• Refreshed engine provides ample power
• Roomy interior makes for better ride comfort
• Large tires add to comfort leveling the vehicle amidst potholes or road imperfections

Ford Expedition price and variant in Philippines

The Ford Expedition is currently offered in two variants; the Ford Expedition 3.5 EcoBoost Limited EL and the Ford Expedition 3.5 EcoBoost Limited EL w/ rear bucket seats. Here’s how much both variants cost -

Variant	Price
3.5 LIMITED MAX 4WD	₱4.48 Million*
3.5 LIMITED MAX 4WD WITH BUCKET SEATS	₱4.61 Million*

Ford Expedition engine specifications

Because of its size, Ford’s engineers decided to make their 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine a standard between both variants. It's also direct-injected and running on twin-turbocharged specifications. This refreshed engine is married to a 10-speed Select Shift automatic transmission that further enhances the all-new Ford Expedition’s driving performance for better power and acceleration.

The aluminum body helps the Ford Expedition with fuel economy giving it an average of 5km/L while driving in the slow paces of the Metro and an average of 10km/L when running on the country’s faster highways. Other variables play in how economical the Expedition is like how heavy you step on the throttle and how fast the traffic pace is. Overall, the Ford Expedition sports a decent fuel consumption for its size.

Key Specs of Ford Expedition

Engine	3499 cc
Power	375 hp
Seating	8 seats
Ground Clearance	249 mm
Driver Airbag	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes
Power Steering	Yes

 

Here’s the full engine specification for both variants -

Ford Expedition exterior

The all-new Ford Expedition is the utmost expression of grandeur and opulence – literally and figuratively. The body is made almost entirely out of aluminum making the Ford Expedition lighter compared to other vehicles in its class. Moreover, the body contributes to the SUV’s overall fuel economy allowing you to haul heavier cargo.

The overall look that the Ford Expedition emanates makes it look like an impenetrable vehicle. The lines and the sharp edges that complement its dimensions give this full-sized SUV an imposing stance. It’s bulky from head to tail allowing it to enjoy a wider profile that’s simply a sight to behold.

Here are other features you’d find on the Ford Explorer’s exterior -

• Adjustable Headlights
• Front Fog Lights
• Integrated Antenna
• Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator
• Sun Roof
• Roof Rail
• Remote Fuel Lid Opener
• Rear Spoiler
• Rear Window Washer
• Rear Window Wiper
• Adjustable Power Exterior Rear View Mirror

Ford Expedition interior

The all-new Ford Expedition interior is the exudes elegance. The seats have leather trimmings that match the overall motif of the cabin. The seats are comfortable and spacious allowing freedom of movement of both the driver and the passengers – they're also adjustable. Rotary shift dials make control easy and intuitive while the infotainment gives the driver full access to its SYNC 3-equipped eight-inch touch screen panel that’s Android Auto and Apple CarPlay ready. Sound quality is decent enough having the cabin fitted with a 12-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound setup.

Here are a few other features you’d find inside the Ford Expedition 

• Accessory Power Outlet
• Rear Reading Lamp
• Rear Seat Headrest
• Front and Rear Cup Holders
• Rear Folding Table
• Central Console Armrest

When loading larger and heavier cargo, you’d find that you need to move the seats around. Having said, the power controls when towing away both the second and the third-row seats allow easy and convenient use of the updated Ford Expedition’s immense cargo space.

Ford Expedition safety features

For a full-size SUV like the Ford Expedition, overall driver and passenger safety are of utmost concern. Ford made sure that the Expedition specs sheet is loaded with safety features, it received a five-star rating from the NHTSA. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducts targeted tests to study and assess a vehicle’s roadworthiness and a five-star rating from the NHTSA means a lot.

Here’s what the updated Ford Expedition offers in terms of safety -

• Driver Airbag
• Passenger Airbag
• Front Side Airbag
• Child Safety Locks
• Anti-Lock Braking System
• Brake Assist
• EBD
• Rear Camera
• Parking Sensors
• Crash Sensor
• Front Impact Beams
• Side Impact Beams

Ford Expedition competitors

One of the toughest competitors of the Ford Expedition, not only in the Philippine automotive market but in the majority of Asia is the Toyota Land Cruiser.

One of the major differences between the Toyota Land Cruiser and the Ford Expedition is its fuel type, the Expedition uses gasoline while the Land Cruiser uses diesel. This translates to more power generation which allows the Expedition to push for 375hp, significantly more than what the Land Cruiser has to offer at 232hp.

Here's how both vehicles’ key specs stack up against each other -

Dimensions:

Technical specifications:

The spec sheet shows just how well the all-new Ford Expedition is ahead of the competition. With larger dimensions and a more powerful engine, the Ford Expedition makes for the better option.

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