2019 Ford Expedition review
Ford Expedition highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Tons of interior space
- Quick acceleration
- Great towing capacity
Cons
- Cumbersome to drive
- Loud on highway
- Soft brake pedal
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 21 highway, 18 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
2019 Ford Expedition is a powerful SUV
If you're looking for a capable and attractive three-row SUV, you might be looking for the 2019 Ford Expedition. Based on the Ford F-150, the Expedition is quick and powerful and features a good-looking interior that makes it one of the most compelling truck-based SUVs available. It's available in three trims, including XLT, Limited and Platinum. The Expedition received minor feature changes for 2019 following a full redesign for the 2018 model year.
Even in base trim, the Expedition is plenty capable. It can tow up to 9,300 pounds when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories, and its turbocharged V6 engine accelerates sharply compared to the competition. The Expedition is more powerful than rivals like the Chevrolet Tahoe and its interior is sharper, too.
The downside is that, like the Tahoe, the Expedition is BIG, and cumbersome in tight parking lots. If you don't need access to its towing capacity, you might be better off with a three-row crossover like the Honda Pilot, which is easier to handle and gets better fuel economy
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What is new for the 2019 Ford Expedition?
- Expedition trims have been upgraded with Quad Seats and Turbo/Supercharged Engine as standard equipment this year.
- Sunroof(s) features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Max Platinum trim now comes with Bang & Olufsen Audio as standard equipment.
- The Max XLT trim now comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
- The Platinum trim now comes with Bang & Olufsen Audio as standard equipment.
- The XLT trim now comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
- The Limited trim now comes with Bang & Olufsen Audio as standard equipment.
2019 Ford Expedition trims
XL:
- 375-hp, 470-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- 3.5L
- Smart Key
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seats
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
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XLT:
- Includes all features available on the XL
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Third Row Seat
- Power Folding Third Row
- Parking Sensors
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Satellite Radio Ready
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Limited:
- Includes all features available on the XLT
- Vinyl Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Monitor
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Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the Limited
- 400-hp, 480-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Head Up Display
- Automated Parking
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automated Cruise Control
- Seat Massagers
- Quad Seats
- Navigation System
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Max XL:
- Includes all features available on the Platinum
- Turbo/Supercharged Engine
Max XLT:
- Includes all features available on the Max XL
- No significant upgrades found on the Max XLT
Max Limited:
- Includes all features available on the Max XLT
- No significant upgrades found on the Max Limited
Max Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the Max Limited
- Panoramic Sunroof
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Ford Expedition
What We Like:
Utility: The Expedition has 20.9 cubic feet of storage space with all of the seats up. If you fold the third row down, you get 50.7 cubic feet of storage; folding all rear rows down nearly doubles storage capacity. And the Ford also offers plenty of interior storage compartments for smaller items.
Technology: An impressive infotainment system is the starting point for a strong user experience. Adding in standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ only sweetens the deal. The Expedition also includes satellite radio and a speaker system that's punchy and engaging.
Interior: The front seats are comfortable and the driver's seat is heavily adjustable. It's also easy to get in and out of the Expedition thanks to large running boards and well-placed grab handles. A roomy interior ensures ample head and legroom for all passengers.
What Needs Improvement
Driving: The feel of the brake pedal leaves something to be desired and the large size of the Expedition means maneuvering through tight spaces can be a chore. Steering response is also a weak spot for the large SUV.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford Expedition an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ford Expedition 13th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Ford ExpeditionFord Expedition features and specs
XL 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sync System
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Third Row Seat
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
375
Torque (ft-lbs)
470
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
23.3
Wheelbase
122.5"
Overall length
210"
Width
79.9"
Height
76.6"
Leg room
F 43.9"/R 41.5"
Head room
F 42"/R 40"
Front tires
P275/65HR18
Rear tires
P275/65HR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
600/6000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Ford Expedition FAQ
The 2019 Ford Expedition is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- XL : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Platinum : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Max XL : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Limited : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- XLT : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Max Limited : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Max Platinum : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Max XLT : 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
The Ford Expedition received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Ford Expedition as 12 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
The 2019 Ford Expedition has received an average 3.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Ford Expedition, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Ford Expedition Reviews.
The 2019 Ford Expedition has a maximum towing capacity of between 5900 and 6300 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Ford Expedition:
- Quad Seats
- Turbo/Supercharged Engine
- Sunroof(s)
- Bang & Olufsen Audio
- Android Auto
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