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1997 Ford Expedition Review

Best of the bigs.

1997 Expedition Review Summary & Specifications

On or off the highway, the Ford Expedition raises the stakes in its

two-player segment. It is subjectively more comfortable and refined than

its GM rivals, easier to maneuver, and has up-to-date styling inside and

out. Ford has done its homework well, using rugged truck hardware where

necessary, but overlaying the heavy-duty pieces with a veneer of civility

that makes the big wagon more than acceptable for all-around use.

If you regularly carry a full load of passengers, pull a large trailer,

or need a large vehicle to truck your family and its toys off on a camping

vacation, the Expedition establishes new standards for its class.

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1997 Ford Expedition Specs
Vehicle CategorySport Utility Vehicles
EditorRay Thursby
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)4.6-liter sohc V8
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)230-hp 5.4-liter sohc V8
Transmissions (optional)
Safety Equipment (standard)ABS, dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InWayne, MI
Manufacturer Phone1-800-392-3673
Manufacturer URLwww.ford.com
Base Price MSRP27910


1997 Ford Expedition Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPEddie Bauer 4x4
Standard Equipment(Eddie Bauer) Air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette audio, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, keyless remote entry, leather upholstery, power captain's chairs, lighted running boards, automatic load-leveling, passive anti-theft system, power rear quarter windows, aluminum alloy wheels, auto-on headlamps, rear power outlet, rear headphone jacks
Options as Tested (MSRP)High-capacity front/rear a/c, third row seat, CD changer, trailering package
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested38975
Layout
Horse Power215 @ 4400
Torque290 @ 3250
Fuel Economy14/20
Wheelbase119.0
Length/Width/Height204.6/77.5/74.3
Track Front/Rear65.4/65.4
Turning Radius40.4
Seating Capacity5/6/9
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.8/61.5/40.9
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room39.8/62.3/38.9
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room35.1/59.8/28.8
Trunk Volume91.1
Payload
Towing Capacity6100
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionLive axle
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight4850
Stock TiresP225/70R-16
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc
Fuel Capacity26.0
1997 Ford Expedition