Review and specifications
2023 Ford Expedition
The redesigned 2018 Expedition full-sized SUV shaves 300 pounds off its predecessor’s weight to bolster efficiency and performance, while piling on new comfort, convenience, and safety features. The updated 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine adds a fuel-saving start/stop system, and it is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Ford claims this will be the most powerful Expedition yet, putting output above 365 hp. The modern cabin provides seating for eight, with Ford claiming that third-row passenger room has improved. Both the second- and third-row seats can be folded flat with a button push. An extended-length model, dubbed MAX, is also available. For 2020, the Expedition comes standard with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning, and rear cross traffic warning. The Expedition receives a refresh for 2022 with new styling, Bluecruise driver assist system, upgraded Sync 4 infotainment options, and a new Timberline off-road trim powered by a 440-hp version of Ford's 3.5-liter turbo V6.
- Market value
- $43,375
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 8
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- extended SUV
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 10-speed
- Category
- Large SUVs
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $43,375
- Retail value range
- $31,225 - $58,175
- Original MSRP range
- $54,755 - $88,865
- Trade-in range
- $29,605 - $56,120
Ratings
- Road test score
- 66/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 67%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 21 MPG
- EPA combined
- 18 MPG
- Tested city
- 11 MPG
- Tested highway
- 23 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,395
- Cruising range
- 460 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.7 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 46.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 222 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 76 in
- Wheelbase
- 132 in
- Weight
- 6,035 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,510 lb
- Towing capacity
- 9,300 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 8 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 33 in
- Cargo volume
- 66 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Ford
Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.
Vehicle ID: 25861 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025
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