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2007 Ford Expedition Review
Thoroughly revised for 2007.
2007 Expedition Review Summary & Specifications
Fuel prices have chased lots of people away from full-size sport-utilities, but all the vehicles in this class now offer a surprising amount of car-like refinement in addition to the customary utility. Even in this group, the 2007 Ford Expedition stands apart because it not only offers the best overall utility package but also delivers superior performance in virtually every way. As fuel prices help shift priorities to smaller, more efficient vehicles, it's important to remember that full-size sport-utilities will become more useful than ever simply because no other vehicle can do so much with so many people. Ford is right on target with its family adventure concept, and the Ford Expedition is the best vehicle for family vacation travel on the American road.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Ford Expedition XLT 2WD ($29,995); XLT 4WD ($32,895); XLT EL 2WD ($34,445); XLT EL 4WD ($37,345); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($36,395); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($39,295); Eddie Bauer EL 2WD ($39,045); Eddie Bauer EL 4WD ($41,945); Limited 2WD ($37,845); Limited 4WD ($40,745); Limited EL 2WD ($40,495); Limited EL 4WD ($43,395) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.4-liter SOHC 24-valve V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 5.4-liter SOHC 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front air bags, front side-impact air bags, roof-mounted side-impact curtain airbags for first- and second- and third-seat occupant head protection; seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters; tire pressure monitor; traction and stability control; anti-lock brakes (ABS) |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Wayne, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL | www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 40495 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Expedition Limited 2WD ($45,545) |
| Standard Equipment | leather upholstery; front captain's chairs with heating/cooling feature; second-row 40/20/40 bench seat; third-row power-folding bench seat; tilt steering wheel with audio/climate controls; cruise control; power door locks; power-adjustable foot pedals; 10-way adjustable driver's seat; dual-zone automatic climate control with rear AC and auxiliary controls; 340-watt AM/FM tuner with in-dash six-disk CD-changer; running boards; fog lights; roof rails; folding, power-adjustable outside mirrors; power liftgate with flip-up glass; front-seat front- and side-mounted airbags; first-, second- and third-row side-curtain airbags; antilock brakes; chassis stability control |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | 275/55R-20 all-season tires with chrome-finish wheels ($995); Sirius satellite radio ($195); DVD-based navigation system ($1995); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1500). |
| Destination Charge | 820 |
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| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 45545 |
| Horse Power | 300 @ 5000 |
| Torque | 365 @ 3750 |
| Fuel Economy | 14/20 |
| Wheelbase | 119.0 |
| Length/Width/Height | 206.5/91.8/77.2 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 40.8 |
| Seating Capacity | 8 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.6/60.2/41.1 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.8/59.9/39.1 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.3/50.2/37.7 |
| Trunk Volume | 108.3 |
| Payload | 1750 |
| Towing Capacity | 9200 |
| Front Suspension | independent, double wishbones with coil springs over gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, five-link with coil springs over gas-charged shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 |
| Curb Weight | 5578 |
| Stock Tires | 275/55R20 all-season |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/vented disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 28.0 |
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