Ford Expedition

The automobile industry has had its troubles over the past few years, but have come back strong with better designs and better engineering. No company has been more evident of this then Ford, and the Ford Expedition shows the truth of this statement. Many of the car companies are moving the SUV away from work capability and trying to make an SUV more comfortable. The Ford Expedition has the rare ability of being an extremely comfortable SUV without sacrificing its utility usefulness. This 7 passenger vehicle is a roomy and affordable SUV and has the qualifications to be a great vehicle to own.

Performance
The overall performance of the Ford Expedition is thought to be very good considering the size of this car. One of the strongest positives the Expedition can boast is its remarkable steering and many test drivers are amazed at how well it does with handling. The transmission also shifts really quickly and the towing capabilities, while not top of the line, are still efficient enough to get the job done. The Expedition owners can thank Ford for its great handling, because of the independent rear suspension that it was built with. The overall handling and braking will give you the feeling of driving a much smaller vehicle, which is a fantastic trait to have in an SUV. The fact that the Ford Expedition is one of the largest SUV’s out there gives it some drawbacks, but while keeping this in mind, buyers that like a large vehicle will be pleasantly surprised by what Ford has done with this SUV.

Interior
The new Ford expedition can actually seat up to eight, but many prefer the second row bucket seat which allows it to seat seven. There are some very sought after features available with upgrades including leather-trimmed, 10-way power-adjustable front seats, power-folding third row and heated second-row seats. The overall controls have a simple layout, which many cars lack over the past few years. The navigation system is above average, but some complain that the system was somewhat difficult to use. The power folding third row seats are loved by everyone that is looking for extra cargo room without having to remove anything from the vehicle.

Fuel Consumption and Overall Reliability
The Fuel consumption of the Ford Expedition is better then most SUV’s, but still has room for improvement. The Expedition gets 14 city and 20 highway miles which is normal for such a large and powerful SUV. The quality and design of the Expedition has been rated high by most of the initial quality ratings. The basic bumper-to-bumper warranty for the first three years or 36,000 miles is as good as what other companies are offering and the dependability is rated slightly higher then average.

The Ford Expidition does exactly what many would expect, offering a smooth ride, great cargo room, and a comfortable ride. The fuel economy is right were a large SUV should be, while the saftey ratings will help to feel more comfortable having your family ride in the vehicle. When it come to an affordable SUV, experts agree the Ford Expidtion is a good choice.