Iowa Ford Expedition Used

               

The Ford Expedition is one of Ford s larger used vehicles, though not the largest. It is a full-size sport-utility vehicle based on Ford's popular full-size pickup truck platform. The Expedition may draw used car shoppers looking for cargo space, passenger capacity, and towing capability. Fuel economy is definitely not a priority. With rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive and seating for up to eight or even nine adults, the Expedition is great for large families as well as anyone who needs the combination of versatility and grunt provided by a large SUV.           

In design, this used SUV is big, tall and heavy, but somehow the later model Expeditions don t feel as cumbersome to drive as its extravagant dimensions and hefty weight suggest. Gas wise, the Expedition is certainly a thirsty used vehicle, but it has gone better in this category over the years. The Expedition was first introduce in 1997, and was redesigned for 2007, giving it a style update that includes macho grille and a chiseled body.           

Finding Used Ford Expedition in Iowa

The first-generation Ford Expedition came in just two trim levels: XLT and the more luxurious, two-tone Eddie Bauer. Both featured interior architecture that was nearly identical to the F-Series pickup, which offered good ergonomics but was rendered in lamentable materials. Its 215-hp 4.6-liter and 230-hp 5.4-liter V8 engines also could not keep up with the stronger motors from its primary competitors, a deficiency that was addressed in 1999 with a horsepower bump for both engines, of 25 and 30, respectively. The second-generation Ford Expedition was introduced for the 2003 model year. Compared to the current generation, the styling was different and a less stiff chassis resided underneath. Ride and handling were not as good, and the standard automatic transmission had only four gears. There were also fewer available features, including three-row side curtain airbags. However, compared to its predecessor, this Expedition was a vast improvement -- specifically in regards to driving dynamics, thanks to its independent rear suspension. It was also the first SUV to offer power fold-into-the-floor rear seats.             

The current, third-generation Ford Expedition is the product of a major refresh conducted for 2007. Since then, only minor changes have occurred. However, whereas previous-generation Expeditions could hold up to nine passengers, the current generation holds only eight, due to standard front bucket seats. For power, here is what the Expedition has to offer: engines for this second-generation model consisted of a 232-hp 4.6-liter V8 and a 260-hp 5.4-liter V8. For 2005, Ford dropped the smaller engine and increased the 5.4-liter V8's output to 300 hp. The model line eventually proliferated from four trim levels at its debut (including an off-road version called FX4) to six for 2006, including the opulent, western-themed King Ranch edition. Safety-minded shoppers should know that all years of this generation came with stability control, with tire-pressure monitors becoming available with the 2004 models.