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Summary
Fuel prices have chased lots of people away from full-size sport-utilities, but all the vehicles in this class now offer a surprising amount of car-like refinement in addition to the customary utility. Even in this group, the 2007 Ford Expedition stands apart because it not only offers the best overall utility package but also delivers superior performance in virtually every way. As fuel prices help shift priorities to smaller, more efficient vehicles, it's important to remember that full-size sport-utilities will become more useful than ever simply because no other vehicle can do so much with so many people. 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.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Ford Expedition XLT 2WD ($29,995); XLT 4WD ($32,895); XLT EL 2WD ($34,445); XLT EL 4WD ($37,345); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($36,395); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($39,295); Eddie Bauer EL 2WD ($39,045); Eddie Bauer EL 4WD ($41,945); Limited 2WD ($37,845); Limited 4WD ($40,745); Limited EL 2WD ($40,495); Limited EL 4WD ($43,395) |
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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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dual-stage front air bags, front side-impact air bags, roof-mounted side-impact curtain airbags for first- and second- and third-seat occupant head protection; seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters; tire pressure monitor; traction and stability control; anti-lock brakes (ABS) |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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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 ($45,545) |
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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; tilt steering wheel with audio/climate controls; cruise control; power door locks; power-adjustable foot pedals; 10-way adjustable driver's seat; dual-zone automatic climate control with rear AC and auxiliary controls; 340-watt AM/FM tuner with in-dash six-disk CD-changer; running boards; fog lights; roof rails; folding, power-adjustable outside mirrors; power liftgate with flip-up glass; front-seat front- and side-mounted airbags; first-, second- and third-row side-curtain airbags; antilock brakes; chassis stability control |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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275/55R-20 all-season tires with chrome-finish wheels ($995); Sirius satellite radio ($195); DVD-based navigation system ($1995); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1500). |
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Destination Charge:
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820 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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45545 |
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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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14/20 |
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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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