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2006 Ford Expedition Review
The standard for the class.
2006 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 and the independent rear suspension make it enjoyable to own.Michelle Krebs filed the original report from Detroit. New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough contributed to this report.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Ford Expedition XLS 2WD (33,455); XLS 4WD ($36,055); XLT 2WD ($35,505); XLT 4WD ($38,285); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($39,720); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($42,905); Limited 2WD ($41,515); Limited 4WD ($44,700); King Ranch 2WD ($43,155); King Ranch 4WD ($46,340) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.4-liter dohc 24-valve V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 300-hp 5.4-liter sohc 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| 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 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 | 33455 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 2WD ($39,720) |
| 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; 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 |
| Destination Charge | 820 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Safety Canopy ($595); AdvanceTrak w/Roll Stability Control; reverse sensing system ($255); PowerFold 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) with heated and cooled seats w/6-way power driver and front passenger seats; power moonroof ($860); load-leveling air suspension ($815); heavy-duty trailer tow package ($350) |
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| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 48750 |
| 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 springs over gas-filled shocks, auxiliary air springs |
| Rear Suspension | independent, double wishbones, coil springs over gas-filled shocks, auxiliary air springs |
| Ground Clearance | 9.3 |
| Curb Weight | 5352 |
| Stock Tires | P265/70R17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with four-sensor ABS, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 28.0 |
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