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Summary
Among full-size sport-utilities, the 2008 Ford Expedition stands apart with its superior driving comfort and utility package. Ford is right on target with its family adventure concept, and the Ford Expedition is the best vehicle for family vacation travel on the American road.Kirk Bell contributed to this report from Chicago, with staff reports from NewCarTestDrive.com.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Ford Expedition XLT 2WD ($30,620); XLT 4WD ($33,520); XLT EL 2WD ($34,145); XLT EL 4WD ($37,045); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($35,865); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($38,675); Eddie Bauer EL 2WD ($38,515); Eddie Bauer EL 4WD ($41,415); Limited 2WD ($38,025); Limited 4WD ($40,925); Limited EL 2WD ($40,675); Limited EL 4WD ($43,575); King Ranch 2WD ($39,965); King Ranch 4WD ($42,865); King Ranch EL 2WD ($42,615); King Ranch EL 4WD ($45,515) |
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Engines:
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5.4-liter SOHC 24-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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front airbags, torso-protecting front side airbags, three-row head-protecting curtain side air bags with rollover deployment, tire-pressure monitor, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with brake assist, electronic stability control with anti-rollover technology |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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rear obstacle detection; rear backup camera |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Wayne, Michigan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Ford Expedition Limited 2WD ($42,505) |
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Standard Equipment:
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leather upholstery; front captain's chairs with heating/cooling feature; second-row 40/20/40 bench seat; third-row power-folding bench seat; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel with audio/climate controls; cruise control; power door locks and windows; power-adjustable pedals; remote keyless entry; keyless keypad; 10-way adjustable front seats; memory for the mirrors and driver's seat; dual-zone automatic climate control with rear AC and auxiliary controls; 340-watt AM/FM tuner with in-dash six-disc CD-changer and auxiliary input; auto-dimming rear-view mirror; trip computer; conversation mirror; universal garage door opener, power rear quarter windows; automatic headlights; running boards; fog lights; roof rails; folding, power-adjustable outside mirrors; power liftgate with flip-up glass |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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275/55R20 all-season tires with chrome-finish wheels ($995); Sirius satellite radio ($195); DVD-based navigation system ($1995); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1295). |
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Destination Charge:
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900 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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42505 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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300 @ 5000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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365 @ 3750 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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Wheelbase:
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119.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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206.5/91.8/77.2 |
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Track, f/r:
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67.0/67.2 |
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Turning circle:
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40.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.6/60.2/41.1 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.8/59.9/39.1 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.3/50.2/37.7 |
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Cargo volume:
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108.3 |
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Payload:
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1750 |
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Towing capacity:
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9200 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, double wishbones with coil springs over gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, five-link with coil springs over gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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8.7 |
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Curb weight:
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5578 |
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Tires:
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275/55R20 all-season |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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28.0 |
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| 2008 Ford Expedition consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Very nice looking, functional and solid vehicle. The quality is great, features for the price remarkable, ride and handling are better than what we expected.. very smooth, quiet and controlled. Still I think the Ford expedition would be better if you would add about 40-50 more hp. | | posted by Schroeder on Jul 28 2008 | | |
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| | The Chapparal leather, power lift gate, power running boards, back up camera, and the climate controlled seats set this car apart from any other I have had or any other I have seen on the market. I also love the space in the back when all the seats are laid down. | | posted by Leathy on Jul 28 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This is a hot truck. It is really quiet inside compare to the last Expedition I traded in. Handles really well, great stereo, good power. I have received a lot of compliments already on the interior. | | posted by Eighan on Jul 28 2008 | | |
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| | This is by far the best vehicle I have owned to date. While it is a large SUV, it handles and rides more like a car and the interior is as luxurious as my wife's Lexus. I've had so many comments already on the styling and the interior. | | posted by Braed on Jul 28 2008 | | |
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| | Amazing handling and comfort for a large SUV. The design is very sharp with the 20" wheels. Get comments on it regularly. The navigation system, stereo, etc are top of the line. Nice twist on the back up camera. | | posted by Uegene on Jul 28 2008 | | |
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