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2023 Ford Expedition review

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Pros

  • Excellent towing and hauling capability with the EcoBoost V6
  • Roomy and comfortable interior with generous cargo space
  • Up-to-date infotainment system with large standard screen

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy estimates
  • Ponderous handling

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The 2023 Ford Expedition is a full-featured full-size SUV

The 2023 Ford Expedition is Ford’s entry into the full-size three-row SUV category. The Expedition competes with the closely related Lincoln Navigator as well as the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade. Other competitors include the Toyota Sequoia and the Nissan Armada. However, where many three-row SUVs seat seven or even six passengers, the Expedition will seat eight people.

This generation of Expedition was introduced for the 2018 model year, and it received a substantial refresh for the 2022 model year, all of which carry over to 2023. However, the 2022 Expedition upgraded many features from the infotainment system to the output of the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine. Ford also added the availability of BlueCruise assisted-driving tech. Changes unique to 2023 are limited to trim and colors.

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What is new for the 2023 Ford Expedition?

  • DVD Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The XL trim now comes with Quad Seats, Power Folding Third Row, Third Row Seat, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment.
  • The Platinum trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
  • The XLT trim now comes with A/C Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, Rear Air Conditioning, Automated Cruise Control, and Quad Seats as standard equipment.
  • The King Ranch trim now comes with Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
  • The Limited trim now comes with Parking Sensors, Quad Seats, Panoramic Sunroof, and Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
  • The Timberline trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning, A/C Seat(s), and Front Seat Heaters as standard equipment.

2023 Ford Expedition trims

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What We Like

Ford SYNC® infotainment: Ford was a pioneer in making voice control actually work, and it has developed the sophistication of the SYNC® 4 system. With the standard 12-inch or optional 15.5-inch tablet-style touchscreen, the Expedition offers a convenient and functional cabin tech experience. Couple that with the available Bang & Olufsen audio system, and the Expedition offers a world-class infotainment setup.

EcoBoost engine power: Depending on the trim level, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine delivers 380 horsepower, 400 hp, or 440 hp for the Expedition. Coupled with the 10-speed automatic transmission and your choice of rear- or four-wheel drive, this gives the Expedition outstanding towing capacity of 9,000 to 9,300 pounds when properly equipped for the family camping trailer, boat, or whatever you need to tow.

Cargo capacity: The Expedition is big. Even with all three rows of seats in use, you have 20.9 cubic feet behind the third row. That’s enough for weekend luggage for the whole family. If you fold the third row down, there’s 57.5 cubic feet, or enough for a four-person camping trip. Finally, with all the rear seats down, you can open up 104.6 cubic feet, which is big enough to handle major appliances.

What Needs Improvement

Fuel economy: The reality is that a big SUV takes a lot of energy to move around. If you want the performance promised by Ford, you have to buy premium gas for the Expedition. Even if you’re light on the throttle, you probably won’t get the 17-19 mpg that the EPA estimates for the Expedition’s overall combined fuel economy.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.3 out of 5

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RepairPal reliability rating

3
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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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Ford Expedition features and specs

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XL 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Folding Third Row
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Quad Seats
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sync System
  • Third Row Seat
  • Tow Hitch
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Full Roof Rack

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

380

Torque (ft-lbs)

470

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

23.3

Wheelbase

122.5"

Overall length

210"

Width

79.9"

Height

76.6"

Leg room

F 43.9"/R 41.5"

Head room

F 42"/R 40"

Front tires

P275/65TR18

Rear tires

P275/65TR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

600/6000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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