2012 Ford Expedition review
Ford Expedition highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 18 highway, 15 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Ford Expedition?
- Expedition trims have been upgraded with Overhead Airbags and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
- The XLT trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Ford Expedition an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ford Expedition 13th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
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King Ranch 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sync System
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Power Folding Third Row
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.4L
Horsepower
310
Torque (ft-lbs)
365
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
28
Wheelbase
119"
Overall length
206.5"
Width
78.8"
Height
77.2"
Leg room
F 41.2"/M 39.1"/R 37.7"
Head room
F 39.6"/M 39.8"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P275/65R18
Rear tires
P275/65R18
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
1380/9200 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Ford Expedition FAQ
The 2012 Ford Expedition is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- King Ranch: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- Limited: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- XL: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- XLT: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
The Ford Expedition received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Ford Expedition as 12 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
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The 2012 Ford Expedition has a maximum towing capacity of between 8900 and 9200 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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