2007 Ford Expedition: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Ford's largest SUV gains fresh front and rear styling and an extended-wheelbase model for 2007. The Expedition EL has a 12-inch-longer wheelbase than the regular-length model and is 14.8 inches longer overall. Both versions seat seven or eight with available three-place 2nd-row seating. An available front bench seat increases seating capacity to nine. The sole engine remains a 300-hp V8, but a 6-speed automatic transmission replaces a 4-speed automatic. All Expeditions offer a choice of rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing.

XLT, Eddie Bauer, and Limited trim levels are offered. All have ABS and Ford's AdvanceTrac antiskid system with rollover sensors. Also standard are curtain side airbags that cover all three seating rows and include rollover deployment. Standard for Eddie Bauer and Limited, and available for XLT is a power-folding 3rd-row seat. Options include a power liftgate, navigation system, and DVD entertainment. Lincoln's similarly revised '07 Navigator is a luxury version of Expedition with different styling, features, and pricing.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Large SUVs are traditionally workhorse seven-plus passenger wagons with brawny truck-type chassis, ample towing ability, lots of cargo space, and generally poor fuel economy. These vehicles offer towing and payload ratings similar to large pickup trucks.

Our Best Buys include Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, and GMC Yukon and Denali. Our Recommended pick is the Ford Expedition.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, Ford Expedition, and GMC Yukon and Denali.