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2005 Ford Excursion Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2005 Ford Excursion Review
The largest SUV sold in America gets a minor cosmetic makeover for 2005. Excursion is 7.4 inches longer than a Chevrolet Suburban, 6 inches taller, and 2000 lb heavier. It seats up to nine and offers rear-wheel drive or 4WD that should not be left engaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. Gasoline V8 and V10 engines are offered, along with a turbodiesel V8. All engines use automatic transmissions--the gas engines a 4-speed, the turbodiesel a 5-speed. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard. Side airbags aren't offered. Power-adjustable pedals are available on all models. Rear obstacle detection is standard on all but the base XLS and XLT. Rear DVD entertainment is available on all but XLS. Maximum towing capacity is 11,000 lb.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Large SUVs are traditionally workhorse 7-plus passenger wagons with brawny chassis, ample towing ability, lots of cargo space, and generally abysmal fuel economy. These vehicles offer towing and payload ratings similar to large pickup trucks.
Our Best Buys include the Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, and Ford Expedition. Our Recommended picks are the GMC Yukon/Denali, and the Toyota Sequoia.
Our Best Buys include the Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, and Ford Expedition. Our Recommended picks are the GMC Yukon/Denali, and the Toyota Sequoia.
News
Earlier reports of Excursion's demise were premature, but only because Ford kept staying the execution. Not any longer. Ford says it will stop building the jumbo ute in September 2005, which means no '06 models. Sources say Excursion's place in the Ford truck line will likely be filled with a stretched version of the redesigned 2007 Expedition.
2005 Ford Excursion Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
| Trailer-towing capability | Maneuverability |
| Seat comfort | Rear visibility |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
V10 gets this heavy SUV to cruising speed fairly quickly. Highway passing response is adequate. No V8 or turbodiesel version made available for test.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.8 |
V10 gets this heavy SUV to cruising speed fairly quickly. Highway passing response is adequate. No V8 or turbodiesel version made available for test.
Fuel Economy
Test V10s averaged 9.6 mpg with 4WD, 10.8 with 2WD, among the lowest figures we've recorded. Gas engines use regular-grade fuel.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 1 | 1 | 2.1 |
Test V10s averaged 9.6 mpg with 4WD, 10.8 with 2WD, among the lowest figures we've recorded. Gas engines use regular-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
A stable straightline cruiser undisturbed by most broken pavement, though bigger bumps and ridges register fairly sharply.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 5.2 |
A stable straightline cruiser undisturbed by most broken pavement, though bigger bumps and ridges register fairly sharply.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Ponderous on twisting roads. Steering is light, but turning diameter is huge, making it a chore to maneuver in parking lots. Brakes are easily modulated and feel strong, but drivers need to reacclimate to longer stopping distances.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 3.2 |
Ponderous on twisting roads. Steering is light, but turning diameter is huge, making it a chore to maneuver in parking lots. Brakes are easily modulated and feel strong, but drivers need to reacclimate to longer stopping distances.
Quietness
Suppression of wind rush and road roar is quite good. Engine intrudes only under full throttle.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 5.3 |
Suppression of wind rush and road roar is quite good. Engine intrudes only under full throttle.
Controls
Organized layout, though driver must stretch for audio and climate controls. View of road is big-rig tall, but small objects hide along flanks. Rear-obstacle-detection system helpful, especially since the deep-tint windows reduce night visibility. Interior decor ranges from pickup-truck functional on XLS to leather-plush on Limited; solid assembly.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 |
Organized layout, though driver must stretch for audio and climate controls. View of road is big-rig tall, but small objects hide along flanks. Rear-obstacle-detection system helpful, especially since the deep-tint windows reduce night visibility. Interior decor ranges from pickup-truck functional on XLS to leather-plush on Limited; solid assembly.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Accommodating seats, generous room, though wide transmission tunnel cuts into front-passenger footwell. Power-adjustable pedals aid comfort and can help shorter drivers sit a safer distance from steering-wheel airbag.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 8.7 |
Accommodating seats, generous room, though wide transmission tunnel cuts into front-passenger footwell. Power-adjustable pedals aid comfort and can help shorter drivers sit a safer distance from steering-wheel airbag.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Second-row passengers get the roomiest accommodations, highlighted by exceptional leg space. Third-row hospitable to adults if not sofa comfortable.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 7.8 |
Second-row passengers get the roomiest accommodations, highlighted by exceptional leg space. Third-row hospitable to adults if not sofa comfortable.
Cargo Room
Huge, even with 3rd-row seat in place. That seat folds or removes, but it's heavy. The 2nd-row bench also folds. Cargo-bay access is by a top-hinged window above rear half-doors. These "Dutch" doors are less cumbersome than a one-piece panel, but don't open or close unless the liftglass is open.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 8.8 |
Huge, even with 3rd-row seat in place. That seat folds or removes, but it's heavy. The 2nd-row bench also folds. Cargo-bay access is by a top-hinged window above rear half-doors. These "Dutch" doors are less cumbersome than a one-piece panel, but don't open or close unless the liftglass is open.
Value within Class
Excursion is too cumbersome to act as a "suburban utility vehicle." But if you tow heavy loads and can tolerate abysmal fuel economy, this huge wagon is an acceptable SUV value.
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 6.7 |
Excursion is too cumbersome to act as a "suburban utility vehicle." But if you tow heavy loads and can tolerate abysmal fuel economy, this huge wagon is an acceptable SUV value.
Total Score
| 2WD XLT V10 | 4WD Limited V10 | Class Average |
| 48 | 48 | 58.6 |
Scores for all Large Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 64 |
2005 Ford Excursion Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/29/2005
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD XLS V8 4-door wagon | $38,035 | $33,140 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLS V10 4-door wagon | $38,625 | $33,642 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLS 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $43,565 | $37,840 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLS V8 4-door wagon | $41,330 | $35,941 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLS V10 4-door wagon | $41,330 | $35,941 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLS 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $46,570 | $40,394 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLS Limo V10 4-door wagon | $40,425 | $35,172 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLT V8 4-door wagon | $39,035 | $33,990 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLT V10 4-door wagon | $39,625 | $34,492 | $850 |
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| 2WD XLT 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $44,565 | $38,690 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLT V8 4-door wagon | $42,330 | $36,791 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLT V10 4-door wagon | $42,330 | $36,791 | $850 |
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| 4WD XLT 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $47,265 | $40,985 | $850 |
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| 2WD Eddie Bauer V8 4-door wagon | $42,155 | $36,642 | $850 |
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| 2WD Eddie Bauer V10 4-door wagon | $42,750 | $37,148 | $850 |
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| 2WD Eddie Bauer 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $47,690 | $41,347 | $850 |
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| 4WD Eddie Bauer V10 4-door wagon | $45,295 | $39,311 | $850 |
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| 4WD Eddie Bauer 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $50,230 | $43,506 | $850 |
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| 2WD Limited V8 4-door wagon | $43,500 | $37,785 | $850 |
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| 2WD Limited V10 4-door wagon | $44,095 | $38,291 | $850 |
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| 2WD Limited 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $49,030 | $42,486 | $850 |
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| 4WD Limited V10 4-door wagon | $46,640 | $40,454 | $850 |
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| 4WD Limited 6.0 turbodiesel 4-door wagon | $51,570 | $44,644 | $850 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
XLS
Powertrain
5.4-liter V8 engine, 6.8-liter V10 engine, or 6.0-liter turbodiesel V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission (5.4-liter and 6.8-liter engines), 5-speed automatic transmission (6.0-liter turbodiesel engine).
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front and rear air conditioning, rear climate controls, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat, 2nd-row split folding bench seat, 3rd-row folding bench seat, cupholders, heated power mirrors, power front windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, keypad entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, map lights, illuminated visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear liftgate w/lower Dutch doors, roof rack, rear privacy glass, running boards.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Front tow hooks, 7-lead trailer harness, Class IV trailer hitch, full-size spare tire, LT265/75R16 white-letter tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, limited-slip differential (5.4 liter), LT265/75R16 all-terrain white-letter tires.
XLS Limo adds to XLS:
Powertrain
Limited-slip differential.
Safety
Rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather upholstery, 6-way power front captain chairs, center console, rear radio controls, mirror-mounted turn signals, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
LT265/75R16 tires.
XLT adds to XLS:
Comfort and Convenience Features
6-way power front captain chairs, center console, rear radio controls, automatic headlights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, limited-slip differential (5.4 liter), LT265/75R16 all-terrain white-letter tires.
Eddie Bauer adds to XLT:
Safety
Rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, mirror-mounted turn signals, power rear quarter windows, automatic day/night rearview mirror, trip computer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 6.8-liter V10 engine or 6.0-liter turbodiesel V8 engine, LT265/75R16 all-terrain white-letter tires.
Limited adds to Eddie Bauer:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Heated front seats, memory system (driver-seat, mirrors, pedals), steering-wheel climate and radio controls, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, universal garage-door opener.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 6.8-liter V10 engine or 6.0-liter turbodiesel V8 engine, LT265/75R16 all-terrain white-letter tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Travel Pkg.
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XLT
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$375
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$319
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Power rear quarter windows, trip computer.
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Premier Group
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Eddie Bauer
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$1,110
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$943
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Heated front seats, memory driver seat and pedals, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, steering-wheel radio and climate controls, universal garage-door opener.
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Trailer Tow Pkg.
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4WD
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$275
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$234
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Telescoping heated power trailer mirrors w/turn signals, roof clearance lights, rear stabilizer bar.
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Powertrain |
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Limited-slip differential
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Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT
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$250
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$213
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Std. XLS Limo, 4WD w/5.4-liter V8 engine.
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Safety |
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Rear-obstacle-detection system
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XLT
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$245
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$208
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Rear-seat DVD entertainment system
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XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited
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$1,500
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$1,275
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XLT requires Traveler Pkg. XLT, Eddie Bauer require AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Telescoping heated power trailer-tow mirrors
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2WD
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$220
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$187
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Includes turn signals.
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Leather upholstery
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XLT
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$1,360
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$1,156
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Heated front seats
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Eddie Bauer
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$290
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$247
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2nd-row captain chairs
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Eddie Bauer, Limited
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$795
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$676
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6-way power driver seat
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XLS
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$300
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$255
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Power-adjustable pedals
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XLS, XLS Limo, XLT
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$120
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$102
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer
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XLS, XLS Limo, XLT, Eddie Bauer
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$255
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$217
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Automatic day/night rearview mirror
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XLT
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$95
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$81
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Cargo Pkg.
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Eddie Bauer, Limited
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$75
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$64
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Cargo mat and net.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Tubular side steps
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4WD XLT/Eddie Bauer/Limited
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$445
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$378
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Engine-block heater
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Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT
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$35
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$30
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Std. in Alaska, Minn., Mont., N.D., S.D., Wis., Wyo.
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Skid plates
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4WD
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$100
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$85
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2005 Ford Excursion Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Ford Excursion 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 137.0 |
| Overall Length, in. | 226.4 |
| Overall Width, in. | 80.4 |
| Overall Height, in. | 80.2 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 7162 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 146.4 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 44.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 9 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 41.0 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.1 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 41.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 40.8 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V8 | sohc V10 | Turbodiesel ohv V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 5.4 /330 | 6.8 /415 | 6.0 /363 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 255 @ 4500 | 310 @ 4250 | 325 @ 3300 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 350 @ 2500 | 425 @ 3250 | 560 @ 2000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | NA/NA | NA/NA | --/-- |
| 5-speed automatic | --/-- | --/-- | NA/NA |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Ford Excursion 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | 5/100,000 on Focus. 8/100,000 on Escape Hybrid battery pack. In CA, hybrid components are covered by a 10/150,000 warranty. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/Unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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