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2008 Ford Expedition Review
Great SUV for big-family expeditions.
2008 Expedition Review Summary & Specifications
Among full-size sport-utilities, the 2008 Ford Expedition stands apart with its superior driving comfort and utility package. 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.Kirk Bell contributed to this report from Chicago, with staff reports from NewCarTestDrive.com.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Ford Expedition XLT 2WD ($30,620); XLT 4WD ($33,520); XLT EL 2WD ($34,145); XLT EL 4WD ($37,045); Eddie Bauer 2WD ($35,865); Eddie Bauer 4WD ($38,675); Eddie Bauer EL 2WD ($38,515); Eddie Bauer EL 4WD ($41,415); Limited 2WD ($38,025); Limited 4WD ($40,925); Limited EL 2WD ($40,675); Limited EL 4WD ($43,575); King Ranch 2WD ($39,965); King Ranch 4WD ($42,865); King Ranch EL 2WD ($42,615); King Ranch EL 4WD ($45,515) |
| 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) | front airbags, torso-protecting front side airbags, three-row head-protecting curtain side air bags with rollover deployment, tire-pressure monitor, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with brake assist, electronic stability control with anti-rollover technology |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | rear obstacle detection; rear backup camera |
| 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 | 30620 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Expedition Limited 2WD ($42,505) |
| 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; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel with audio/climate controls; cruise control; power door locks and windows; power-adjustable pedals; remote keyless entry; keyless keypad; 10-way adjustable front seats; memory for the mirrors and driver's seat; dual-zone automatic climate control with rear AC and auxiliary controls; 340-watt AM/FM tuner with in-dash six-disc CD-changer and auxiliary input; auto-dimming rear-view mirror; trip computer; conversation mirror; universal garage door opener, power rear quarter windows; automatic headlights; running boards; fog lights; roof rails; folding, power-adjustable outside mirrors; power liftgate with flip-up glass |
| Destination Charge | 900 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | 275/55R20 all-season tires with chrome-finish wheels ($995); Sirius satellite radio ($195); DVD-based navigation system ($1995); rear-seat DVD entertainment system ($1295). |
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| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 42505 |
| Horse Power | 300 @ 5000 |
| Torque | 365 @ 3750 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| 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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