Been reading a ton about the Ford Expedition lately, and I’m curious—does it live up to the hype? It’s a full-size SUV, and I’ve seen some folks say it’s great for towing and road trips. Anyone here own one? How’s it on gas, comfort, and general use? Trying to figure out if it’s worth the price.
I have the 2021 Limited, and it’s honestly been a solid SUV. Tows like a beast, super roomy, and the tech is decent. Gas mileage isn’t great though, lol.
Ellis said:
I have the 2021 Limited, and it’s honestly been a solid SUV. Tows like a beast, super roomy, and the tech is decent. Gas mileage isn’t great though, lol.
How bad is the gas mileage? I’ve heard it’s around 15–16 mpg city. Is that about right?
Ellis said:
I have the 2021 Limited, and it’s honestly been a solid SUV. Tows like a beast, super roomy, and the tech is decent. Gas mileage isn’t great though, lol.
Yeah, that’s about right. I get closer to 16-17 mpg city with the EcoBoost. Highway’s a bit better—around 22 mpg if I’m lucky.
I was considering the Expedition but went with a Tahoe instead. The Ford was nice, but I liked the Chevy’s interior better. Anyone else compare them?
Sonny said:
I was considering the Expedition but went with a Tahoe instead. The Ford was nice, but I liked the Chevy’s interior better. Anyone else compare them?
I checked out both too! Went with the Expedition because of the third-row space. Tahoe felt tighter in the back.
Sonny said:
I was considering the Expedition but went with a Tahoe instead. The Ford was nice, but I liked the Chevy’s interior better. Anyone else compare them?
That’s fair. Third-row space wasn’t a big deal for me. How’s the ride on the Expedition though? Smooth?
Sonny said:
I was considering the Expedition but went with a Tahoe instead. The Ford was nice, but I liked the Chevy’s interior better. Anyone else compare them?
Super smooth! The independent suspension makes a huge difference. Feels less like a truck compared to the Tahoe.
Does anyone here use it for off-roading? I’m curious if the FX4 package is worth it or just a gimmick.
Wes said:
Does anyone here use it for off-roading? I’m curious if the FX4 package is worth it or just a gimmick.
I’ve got the FX4 package on mine, and it’s legit. Skid plates, all-terrain tires, and the electronic locking diff come in clutch for trails.
Wes said:
Does anyone here use it for off-roading? I’m curious if the FX4 package is worth it or just a gimmick.
Nice! Do you need the FX4 if you’re mostly on-road, or is it overkill?
Wes said:
Does anyone here use it for off-roading? I’m curious if the FX4 package is worth it or just a gimmick.
If you’re staying on-road, it’s overkill. The standard Expedition’s 4WD system is good enough for snow or dirt roads.
I’ve been eyeing the Platinum trim—anyone have it? Is the extra power and luxury worth the price jump?
Steele said:
I’ve been eyeing the Platinum trim—anyone have it? Is the extra power and luxury worth the price jump?
I have the Platinum. It’s amazing! The 400 hp engine and the nicer interior make it feel like a luxury SUV.
Steele said:
I’ve been eyeing the Platinum trim—anyone have it? Is the extra power and luxury worth the price jump?
Sweet! Does it handle well with all that power, or is it just for show?
Steele said:
I’ve been eyeing the Platinum trim—anyone have it? Is the extra power and luxury worth the price jump?
It handles surprisingly well for its size. The adaptive suspension really helps. It’s smooth on the highway and stable on corners.
Anyone else notice how massive this thing is? I test drove one and felt like I was piloting a boat, lol. Not sure I could deal with parking it every day.
Auden said:
Anyone else notice how massive this thing is? I test drove one and felt like I was piloting a boat, lol. Not sure I could deal with parking it every day.
Haha, I know the feeling! The 360 camera and park assist help a ton though. Makes parking way easier than I expected.
Auden said:
Anyone else notice how massive this thing is? I test drove one and felt like I was piloting a boat, lol. Not sure I could deal with parking it every day.
Good to know! Maybe I’ll give it another shot. Does it work well in tight spaces though?
Auden said:
Anyone else notice how massive this thing is? I test drove one and felt like I was piloting a boat, lol. Not sure I could deal with parking it every day.
Yeah, the cameras give a really clear view. You’ll get the hang of it pretty fast.