For instance, the new frame has been designed to meet the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers vehicle-to-vehicle compatibility impact standards two years ahead of the required time. Aside from its navigational duties, the Expedition's small, in-dash touch screen can be used to control various kinds of in-car media. According to Ford, the Expedition's six-speed gearbox is a class exclusive, and the extra ratio does appear to give the car something extra in terms efficiency. Although concerns about oil prices have eaten into sales of larger sport utility vehicles in recent years, the Expedition still commands respect in the industry and among drivers as a well-built, reliable car. Like other leading navigation systems, the Expedition's features text-to-voice technology enabling it to call out specific road names during voice guidance.
A new climate control system utilizes a new scroll compressor and larger air ducts and vents for improved airflow. Two Eddie Bauer options combine rich, warm-gray first- and second-row leather-trimmed seats with a choice of camel or stone accents. We agreed on an price and I explained that if it wasnt what was described I would not buy the truck. Send Mike an Hide full review. With an impulsive press of the top button, we chose the closest option--Taco Del Mar--which turned out to be a felicitous choice, and we set about dispatching a very tasty fish burrito no, we'd never heard of it either before setting out home. The new Expedition is engineered for customers whose needs can only be met with truck-based highly flexible and fully capable vehicles.
The stroking steering column is designed to compress as much as 3 to 4 inches to help absorb energy in a frontal crash. Expedition is now more capable than ever with towing capacity increased to 9,100 pounds. The new Expedition has been designed with unique customer appeal that makes it stand out in a competitive market. The Ford Expedition got an update for its 2007 model year. Many models are equipped with satellite radio, reverse gear sensing devices and leather seats that are heated and cooled.
It also included a pneumatic suspension mechanism that, depending upon the terrain, would lower or raise the vehicle. Large traditional utility vehicle sales have declined from a peak of more than 1 million units in 2003 to a bit more than 800,000 in 2005. A new dual-bore master cylinder gives a better brake pedal feel and more control over the brake curve, increasing stopping confidence. Test the tech: Lunch in Monterey For our tech test of the 2007 Ford Expedition, we decided to take the car at its word--on an expedition--using some of its advanced cabin tech features. The Tahoe has 20 more horses, but has 25-pound-feet less….
Once the truck was here the first thing I noticed that the sidesteps had a ton of over spray. Power-folding operation for the third row is available. Its chunky exterior design and enormous dimensions encase some very usable cabin tech features, and some advanced performance features mean that this is one mall cruiser that theoretically can be taken off road. The Expedition's recommendation for Taco del Mar turned out to be a good one. After enduring this long and uninspiring conversation, we were then provided with a list of options of Mexican restaurants on the touch screen, listed by proximity.
The new dashboard is more angular than the one it replaces, and the plastic panels have nice graining and a low-gloss finish that lend an upscale appearance to the cabin. Heated and cooled front seats are available. The Limited trim level has power-folding side mirrors, and a powered liftgate is newly optional. Need-less-to-say, I bought a fuzzy lap robe to keep me warm on the driver side! The optional third-row seat is only available in vinyl. Monotube shocks on all four corners allow for more precise tuning and a better ride. Ford allows those who desire to go all out. In the front- and second-row seats, your arms fall almost level with the bottom edge of the tall side windows, which makes for great side visibility to go along with the impressive forward and rear views afforded by the thronelike driving position.
The 6R transmission has manual shift capability, and its wide 6. Expedition comes standard with an audio input jack with plug-and-play iPod capability. They are repainted to hide the rust from all of the damage the road salts they use to salt the roads. The base aluminum wheels measure 17 inches in diameter, but 18- and 20-inch rims are offered. About the 2007 Ford Expedition The Expedition, Ford's full-size sport utility vehicle, was introduced in 1997, replacing the Bronco model. Under the hood The 2007 Ford Expedition is powered by a 5.
Safety features are abundant on the Expedition. Towing capacity increases by 300 pounds to 9,200 pounds and a six-speed automatic replaces the four-speed transmission previously offered. The technical grain of the deep gray dashboard contrasts nicely with the elegantly embossed cloth seat inserts and warm steel trim. Ford has always offered one of the best pick-up trucks on the market, and the new-for-2007 Ford Expedition uses the F-Series' stiffer chassis. The second-row bench seat has a set of lower anchors and a top tether for each of its three seating positions.