Description

n 2003, Ford hailed its redesigned full-size sport utility vehicle as the "best on the road, best in the dirt, best in the snow." The Expedition, which is closely related to the Lincoln Navigator, was second in size only to the Excursion in Ford's SUV lineup. Now that Ford discontinued the Excursion, the Expedition ranks No. 1 in dimensions among Ford's SUVs. All 2006 Expeditions use a 5.4-liter Triton V-8. A Reverse Sensing System and a Safety Canopy side curtain-type airbags system are now stand-alone options. The instrument cluster was redesigned for 2005, and raised roof rails replaced the previous roof rack. For 2005, the available AdvanceTrac electronic stability system gained Roll Stability Control. AdvanceTrac applies the brakes to individual wheels to help control the vehicle during a skid or spin. Claimed to be stronger and freer of vibration than the previous-generation model, the current Expedition has well-defined fender and wheel-lip moldings. The four-door Expedition has a 119-inch wheelbase and an overall length of 205.8 inches. Ground clearance is 9.3 inches, and all models ride on 17-inch tires. a rear-seat DVD entertainment system is included on this model. Maximum cargo volume is 110.5 cubic feet, with 20.7 cubic feet behind the third row. All Expeditions hold a 5.4-liter V-8 that produces 300 horsepower and 365 pounds-feet of torque and mates with a four-speed-automatic transmission, the Expedition can be equipped to tow as much as 8,900 pounds. On twisty, two-lane roads, the Expedition behaves admirably, provided that you exercise some restraint in curves. This SUV appears quite sure of itself when traveling off-road.