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2005 Ford Expedition Review
New engine brings more better, better fuel economy.
2005 Expedition Review Summary & Specifications
Ford Expedition remains a benchmark against a strong field of full-size SUVs. The Expedition features a smooth ride for passengers and responsive handling for the driver. It can haul a big load of cargo on its flat cargo floor and it can tow heavy trailers. Clever features such as the power folding third row make it enjoyable to live with.Michelle Krebs filed this report from Detroit; with New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough reporting from Los Angeles and Ford's proving ground in Michigan.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Michelle Krebs |
| Model Lineup | Ford Expedition XLS 2WD ($32,720); XLS 4WD ($35,290); XLT 2WD ($34,750); XLT 4WD ($37,495); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($38,910); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($42,060); Limited 2WD ($40,710); Limited 4WD ($43,860) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.4-liter dohc 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 300-hp 5.4-liter sohc 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags with crash severity sensors, safety belt pretensioners and load-limited retractors, 3-point seatbelts for all seats, universal child safety seat latches; 4-wheel ABS, Brake Assist |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | Safety Canopy side air curtain airbag system, AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with Roll Stability control, tire pressure monitor, rear sonar park assist |
| 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 | 32720 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 2WD ($38,910) |
| Standard Equipment | leather upholstery, front captain's chairs with two tone-leather and 6-way driver power and memory, automatic climate control with rear A/C and auxiliary controls, premium AM/FM/CD/cassette audio, Arizona Beige lower body side cladding and running boards, floor console, overhead console, 11 cup holders, fog lights, privacy glass with, Homelink, electrochromic mirror, power outside heated mirrors with memory, security approach lamps and integrated turn signals, power adjustable pedals with memory, illuminated vanity mirrors, tire-pressure monitoring system, fog lamps, aluminum wheels; tilt steering wheel, speed control, second-row bench seat split 40/20/40, third-row 60/40 split-bench seat, power door locks, remote keyless entry, SecuriLock, rear liftgate with flip-up glass access, automatic headlamps, luggage rack, door trim map pockets with cupholders, illuminated entry with automatic dimming |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Safety Canopy ($850) includes reverse sensing system; power folding third-row seat ($495); power flip-out quarter windows ($125); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1,500); navigation system ($1,995); climate-controlled seats ($625); power moonroof ($860); air suspension ($815); 3.73 ratio limited-slip rear axle ($285); heavy-duty trailer tow package ($350) |
| Destination Charge | 795 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 47605 |
| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 300 @ 5000 |
| Torque | 365 @ 3750 |
| Fuel Economy | 14/19 |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 |
| Length/Width/Height | 205.8/78.7/76.7 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 39.2 |
| Seating Capacity | 8 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.7/63.0/41.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.8/62.4/38.7 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.2/54.5/36.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 110.5 |
| Payload | 1706 |
| Towing Capacity | 8900 |
| Front Suspension | independent, double wishbones, coil-over-shock springs, gas-filled shocks |
| Rear Suspension | independent, double wishbones, coil-over-shock springs, gas-filled shocks |
| Ground Clearance | 9.3 |
| Curb Weight | 5352 |
| Stock Tires | P265/70R17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with 4-sensor ABS, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 28.0 |
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