2018 Ford Expedition XLT
Ford Expedition Details
V6, 3.5L; Turbo
Magnetic
4WD
Gasoline
107,450 Miles
Gray
A18148
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XLT
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
Features & Options
- Air filtration
- Front air conditioning
- Front air conditioning zones: single
- Rear air conditioning: independently controlled
- Rear air conditioning zones: single
- Rear vents: third row
- Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
- Front airbags: dual
- Side airbags: front
- Side curtain airbags: front / rear / third row
- Antenna type: diversity / element
- Auxiliary audio input: USB
- In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback / single disc
- Radio: AM/FM / voice operated
- Satellite radio: SiriusXM
- Speed sensitive volume control
- Total speakers: 9
- ABS: 4-wheel
- Braking assist
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Front brake type: ventilated disc
- Power brakes
- Rear brake type: ventilated disc
- Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl
- Floor mat material: carpet
- Floor material: carpet
- Floor mats: front / rear
- Steering wheel trim: leather
- Adjustable pedals: power
- Assist handle: front / rear
- Capless fuel filler system
- Cargo area light
- Center console: front console with armrest and storage
- Conversation mirror
- Cruise control
- Cupholders: 15 / front / rear / third row
- Easy entry: manual rear seat
- Keypad entry
- Multi-function remote: keyless entry / panic alarm / trunk release
- One-touch windows: 2
- Overhead console: front
- Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area / 12V front / 12V rear
- Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
- Power windows: lockout button
- Push-button start
- Reading lights: front / rear / third row
- Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
- Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
- Steering wheel mounted controls: audio / cruise control / multi-function / phone / voice control
- Storage: accessory hook / cargo net / cargo tie-down anchors and hooks / door pockets / front seatback / sunglasses holder
- Universal remote transmitter: garage door opener
- Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
- Door handle color: body-color
- Front bumper color: body-color
- Grille color: chrome / chrome surround
- Mirror color: body-color
- Rear bumper color: body-color
- Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
- Running board color: black
- Running boards
- Window trim: chrome
- Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration
- Infotainment: SYNC
- Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
- Clock
- Digital odometer
- External temperature display
- Fuel economy display: MPG / range
- Gauge: oil pressure / tachometer
- Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in.
- Multi-function display
- Trip odometer
- Warnings and reminders: low fuel level / low oil level / maintenance due
- Daytime running lights
- Exterior entry lights: approach lamps / puddle lamps
- Front fog lights
- Headlights: auto delay off / auto on/off / halogen / wiper activated
- Side mirror adjustments: manual folding / power
- Side mirrors: heated
- 4WD selector: electronic hi-lo
- 4WD type: part time w/ on demand setting
- Alternator: 150 amps
- Auto start/stop
- Battery: maintenance-free
- Battery rating: 650 CCA
- Battery saver
- Drive mode selector
- Roof rails: black
- Automatic hazard warning lights
- Camera system: rearview
- Camera system washer: rear
- Child safety door locks
- Child seat anchors: LATCH system
- Impact sensor: door unlock / post-collision safety system
- Parking sensors: rear
- Programmable safety key
- Rearview monitor: in dash
- Emergency locking retractors: front / rear
- Front seatbelts: 3-point
- Rear seatbelts: 3-point
- Seatbelt force limiters: front
- Seatbelt pretensioners: front
- Seatbelt warning sensor: front
- Third row seatbelts: 3-point
- Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining
- Driver seat power adjustments: 6 / height / lumbar
- Front headrests: 2 / adjustable
- Front seat type: bucket
- Passenger seat manual adjustments: 2 / reclining
- Rear headrests: 3 / adjustable / foldable
- Rear seat: sliding
- Rear seat folding: flat / split
- Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining
- Rear seat type: 40-20-40 split bench
- Third row headrests: 3 / adjustable
- Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor / power / split
- Third row seat type: 40-60 split bench
- Upholstery: cloth
- Anti-theft system: alarm / perimeter alarm / vehicle immobilizer
- Power door locks: auto-locking
- Hill holder control
- Off-road driving assist: hill descent
- Roll stability control
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Trailer stability control
- Front shock type: gas
- Front spring type: coil
- Front stabilizer bar: diameter 36 mm
- Front struts
- Front suspension classification: independent
- Front suspension type: short and long arm
- Rear shock type: gas
- Rear spring type: coil
- Rear stabilizer bar
- Rear struts
- Rear suspension classification: independent
- Rear suspension type: multi-link
- Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
- Wireless data link: Bluetooth
- Tow hooks: front
- Tow/Haul mode
- Trailer hitch: Class IV
- Trailer wiring: 4-pin / 7-pin
- Spare tire mount location: underbody
- Spare tire size: full-size
- Spare wheel type: steel
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Wheels: aluminum alloy with painted accents
- Front wipers: intermittent
- Heated windshield wiper rests
- Laminated glass: acoustic windshield
- Liftgate window: manual flip-up
- Power windows: safety reverse
- Rear privacy glass
- Rear wiper: intermittent / with washer
- Solar-tinted glass: front
- Window defogger: rear
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2018 Ford Expedition Platinum Max Review
There are SUVs and then there are SUVs; the originals that stay true to their big, body-on-frame origins with motorhome-like proportions and engines that can haul. And after a decades-long wait, Ford has redesigned the Expedition to be more powerful, smarter and more spacious with fuel economy that won’t leave you broke.Though GM absolutely dominates the full-size SUV segment their big boys are deep into their product cycle with complete redesigns still a couple of years away. So this is Ford’s moment to shine and show the world that the GM twins are no longer the best choices.
Now, there’s the Expedition which is akin to the Tahoe and this Expedition Max which is sized like the Suburban. At 18-and-a-half-feet long it’s more than 5 feet longer than a Fiesta hatchback.
The Max part of this equation adds about another foot to the length of the Expedition resulting in over 70% more cargo volume behind the 3rd row. You also get a gas tank that can hold 5 more gallons, extending the driving range to over 500 miles.
It’s really spacious in here – no duh – but there are some of these types that don’t use their interior volume nearly as efficiently. The Expedition isn’t one of them. All 7 people are going to be very happy in here…OK, maybe 6 and half.
Though the Expedition can be spec’d in an 8-passenger seating configuration, mine has the optional 2nd row buckets that are power folding with a tip-and-slide feature that makes accessing the cabin a breeze though they can get stuck if you don’t move them in one swift motion. But this is 1st class living with big, comfy adjustable seats, climate and radio controls with numerous connection points, a big window overhead – this is long trip cruising done right. Ford continues to pioneer with inflatable rear seat belts, too. And then you’ve got the incredibly spacious 3rd row – a complaint-free zone with power seats and more USB ports. These headrests can be dropped from the driver’s seat too so as to not impede visibility. Back to the cargo area, the seats all power fold with ease to create a massive 121.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, almost 50% more than in an Explorer. Now, the features list says there’s a foot-activated liftgate but after numerous attempts I’ve never seen it work.
Though $80 fill-ups are no fun, this big boy returns about 18mpg. How much more efficient have these powertrains become? Well, this 400 horse V6 with nearly 5,800 pounds on its shoulders nabs almost the same mileage as a 10-year old Ford Escape. The new 10-speed auto has a lot to do with that.
It drives so much smaller than its physical size and that’s probably the best compliment you can pay to a big SUV. GM used to own this trait; not so anymore. The Expedition’s relatively small turning diameter, Active Park Assist System, easy effort steering and 360 degree camera all contribute to simple maneuverability. And the ride quality – spectacular. Without the use of air springs, the Expedition’s continuously controlled damping suspension with an independent rear does an amazing job of providing a stout, forgiving drive free of excess head sway and body roll. The balance between ride and handling elevates it to a class-leading level while the 3.5-liter twin-turbo engine and new transmission work perfectly here. There are various drive modes as well including Eco, Sport and numerous off-road settings. And for those who tow – the Expedition uses its 480 pound-feet of torque and the ultra-cool Pro Trailer Backup Assist to pull 9,000 pounds without breaking a sweat.
What makes the Expedition such a winner is it’s easy to use nature. A big rig like this can be intimidating at first but it plays so small from behind the wheel that even my sister drove it and felt comfortable. Luxurious, quiet, smooth as can be not to mention robustly powerful when it’s your turn to drive, friends, family and neighbors are going to love it. It’s so roomy everyone feels right at home. The price tag for this Platinum model is sticker shock personified but in all honesty it’s got the complete package to back it up. If I could change one thing, it would be the slab sided styling.
How does $82,510 sound for a fully loaded Expedition Platinum Max 4X4? Large and luxurious comes at a price, you know. And you get all of the latest driver assistance features.
There are USB ports all over this thing, plus a Wi-Fi hotspot that transmits beyond the truck’s cabin. Though visually rudimentary, the latest SYNC system is easy to navigate and includes all of the features you want in a modern, connected vehicle. And now that Napster is CarPlay compatible, streaming my music just got safer.
Not being tempted to mess with my phone is a huge plus so having this level of smartphone integration is important. The driver displays are amazing even though there’s no head-up display – the one notable omission. There’s also a conveniently located wireless charging pad, sweet sounding 12-speaker B&O sound system, power adjustable pedals, massaging seats and configurable ambient lighting. There’s a Wi-Fi hotspot, remote start…you name it and Ford put it in the Platinum.
So to GM, Ford says checkmate. The new Expedition is as good as it gets.