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2003 Ford Expedition Review
All-new, smoother, more comfortable, more convenient.
2003 Expedition Review Summary & Specifications
The all-new 2003 Ford Expedition sacrifices none of its large truck-like capabilities but adds more car-like ride and handling along with some very convenient and clever features. A rigid new chassis and a new independent rear suspension dramatically improve ride and handling. A sophisticated four-wheel-drive system was developed to help the Expedition tackle all types of surfaces. New safety technogies are available, including the electronic stability program, Brake Assist, and Safety Canopy side air curtain. The disappearing third row is well engineered. The second row offers great flexibility with three independently moving seats. And all rows fold down for a flat load floor. Overall, the 2003 Expedition is greatly improved, yet the concept hasn't changed.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Michelle Krebs |
| Model Lineup | XLT 2WD ($30,555); XLT 4WD ($33,425); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($37,050); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($41,195) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.4-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 232-hp 4.6-liter sohc V8; 260-hp 5.4-liter sohc V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags with crash severity sensors, safety belt pretensioners and load-limited retractors, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, electronic brake assist, 3-point seatbelts for all seats, Beltminder safety belt reminder system, universal child safety seat latches |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | Safety Canopy side air curtain airbag system, AdvanceTrac electronic stability enhancement system, tire pressure monitoring system, sonar park assist for rear obstacle detection |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Wayne, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL | www.fordvehicles.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 30555 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Eddie Bauer 4X4 ($41,195) |
| Standard Equipment | Eddie Bauer adds front captain's chairs with two tone-leather and 6-way driver power, automatic climate control with rear A/C, a premium sound system, Arizona Beige lower body side cladding, floor console, overhead console, 11 cup holders, fog lights, privacy glass with power flip-open rear windows, satin nickel grille, Homelink, electrochromic mirror, power outside heated mirrors with memory, security approach lamps and integrated turn signals, power adjustable pedals with memory, power driver's seat with memory, reverse sensing system, black non-illuminated running boards |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | 5.4-liter V8 engine ($695); Safety Canopy ($580); AdvanceTrac ($795); power folding third-row seat ($455); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1,205); climate-controlled seats ($625) |
| Destination Charge | 740 |
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| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 46290 |
| Horse Power | 260 @ 2500 |
| Torque | 350 @ 2500 |
| Fuel Economy | 12/16 |
| Wheelbase | 119 |
| Length/Width/Height | 205.8/78.7/77.6 |
| Track Front/Rear | 67.0/67.3 |
| Turning Radius | 38.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 9 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.7/63.0/41.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.8/64.3/38.7 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.2/60.1/36.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 110.4 |
| Payload | 1615 |
| Towing Capacity | 8650 |
| Front Suspension | double wishbone, coil-over-shock springs, gas-filled shocks |
| Rear Suspension | independent double wishbone, coil-over-shock springs, gas-filled shocks |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 |
| Curb Weight | 5686 |
| Stock Tires | P265/70R17 all-terrain |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with 4-sensor ABS, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 28 |
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