To see what details are different this year, check out a of the two model years. When it's with four-wheel drive, the Expedition will also get you there whether the road is dry, wet, snowy, or even when there's hardly any road at all. Also, a total of seven wheel designs are available across the Expedition line, including chrome-clad 20-inchers. Variable boost power steering also helps with maneuverability. Nevertheless, even with 20-inch wheels wearing 55-series Pirellis, the Expedition was unable to cheat… Ah, spring is in the air, and one of the surest signs the season of renewal is upon us is the opening of the annual New York Auto Show, the last major international extravaganza to bloom during first half of the year.
While that can equate to a full load of family, friends, and… Boasting just 300 horsepower but weighing in at 6104 pounds, the 2008 Ford Expedition seemed a lock to be a total slug. After being redesigned for 2007, the Expedition receives a wider range of. Power-folding operation for the third row is available. The middle section of the split-bench seat can slide forward 11 inches to make it easier to tend to a small child from the front seats. The Expedition defies this trend, and I love the results. But thanks to a six-speed automatic, 365 pound-feet of torque, and four-wheel vented disc brakes, the Ford hustles to 60 and back to zero. The base aluminum wheels measure 17 inches in diameter, but 18- and 20-inch rims are offered.
The Expedition is meant for utility, not posing. Expedition in the Market Vehicles like the Expedition have taken a hit recently as car shoppers are paying more attention to gas mileage and figuring out what level of capability they really need in a vehicle. 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. It goes without saying that you have to take corners with care in a vehicle like this, but has been reined in fairly well. My test model, a Limited 4×4, had the leveling system and rode firmly. In all trims, the Ford Expedition is powered by a 5.
The four-wheel-drive system, one that's oriented toward truck duty, has a low range and optional shift-on-the-fly capability; in low range, the electronic throttle recalibrates to allow more precise throttle control. Pkg Pkg Stability Control Std Std Tachometer Std Std Towing Cap, 9200-lb Max When Properly Equipped. The steering wheel is teamed with a new system that delivers direct, luxury-carlike response. It also felt very stable around town and on the highway, though it sometimes was a bit unsettled when making a quick lane change. Inside, the Expedition features rich materials and generous space in all three seating rows.
The optional third-row seat is only available in vinyl. With a towing capacity around 9,000 pounds, the Ford Expedition can tow any of these. True expeditions require additional transportation conveyances: horses, boats, cars, for example. After redesigning the Expedition for 2007 while also lowering the price, Ford adds a new top end King Ranch model for 2008, as well as an available rear backup camera and power-retractable running boards. Most notably, an available rearview camera system helps with visibility when backing up or towing a trailer.
The Expedition has seat-mounted front side air bags plus head-protecting Safety Canopy side-curtain air bags with rollover detection for front and rear occupants. Keyless keypad entry, an electrochromic mirror, heated power mirrors, an overhead console, illuminated visors, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel are now standard across the model line. Power adjustable pedals, power rear quarter windows, a universal garage door opener, and a reverse sensing system are standard on the top Limited and King Ranch models. The steering wheel itself is well isolated from bumps in the road and turns with impressive smoothness. Less appealing is the tacky-looking faux wood trim on the dashboard, center console and doors.
Ford says that the Expedition's 9,200-pound tow capacity is the highest in its class, and that the six-speed automatic transmission allows better fuel economy than with rivals. A six-speed automatic transmission replaces the previous four-speed automatic, and Ford says the new transmission improves performance and gas mileage. The Expedition can tow up to 9,200 pounds, while the six-speed automatic allows a taller top gear and improved fuel economy. The second- and third-row seats fold flat to create a useful rear cargo area. The 2008 Ford Expedition stands out for its combination of smooth ride and interior comfort and quiet with full-size-truck hauling ability, making it a good choice for those who frequently tow. Both the Limited and King Ranch models are loaded with luxury features, but the new King Ranch model, which slots above the Limited at the top of the range, provides additional luxury items inside, especially in the way of high-quality Chaparral leather seats and trim. Model value: The 2008 Ford Expedition stands out for its combination of smooth ride and interior comfort and quiet with full-size-truck hauling ability, making it a good choice for those who frequently tow.
These big rigs, some of which can haul nine passengers and tow 10,000 pounds, tout large-displacement V-8s and three-ton curb weights. It carries people, hauls gear, tows boats, and pulls campers. Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration awarded the Expedition five stars in its frontal crash test, based on driver and front passenger protection. All Expeditions are powered by Ford's 5. A new King Ranch model is the big news for Ford's 2008 Expedition. To see what details are different this year, check out a of the two model years. Send Mike an Hide full review.