The Ford Expedition is a full-size sport-utility vehicle by Ford Motors, which has been designed on Ford's popular full-size pickup truck platform. The very first thing that one can notice in the interior segment of the 2008 Ford Expedition SUV is its massive size. This year, the Expedition line-up is available in four trims, such as the entry-level XLT, the outdoor-styled Eddie Bauer, luxurious Limited and the new top-of-the-line King Ranch. All the sixteen models come with an outstanding reputation for utility, reliability and durability factor associated with it.
Exterior Review
The best part of the exterior look of the new Expedition line-up is that it gives you the impression of a truck at the very first look. All the models are huge in size and it features a three-bar grille, large headlights and a domed hood that combines to deliver a look that's both distinctive and respectable. Both the long and regular-length versions of the Expedition models have many components that can be found in the Ford F-150 pickup. Climbing in and out of the models is very easy. Seventeen-inch wheels are standard, but however there are 18 and 20-inch wheels as optional features for one to consider.
Interior Review
The inside cabin has been designed with utmost care to accommodate eight to nine occupants across three rows of seats depending upon the model and body-style. The best thing that one can find in the interior segment is the independent rear suspension with the help of which the third-row seat can be easily folded down flat into the floor whenever more cargo space is required. The users like the latest bucket seats a lot. The second row can be either a 40/20/40-split bench seat or two captain's chairs. There is ample legroom and headroom for adults along with reclining backrests.
Comfortable Ride
This time the manufacturer has kept just one engine configuration for all the sixteen models. Outstanding power is generated from the standard 5.4-liter; 3V SOHC V8 engine. This engine is not only powerful, but also at the same time a reliable one. This engine with its multi-valve technology helps in increasing the horsepower. The engine delivers 300 horsepower and 365 lb.-ft of torque, which is just the perfect power for carrying heavy cargoes and traveling on no matter how bad the condition of the road is. The engine has been mated with a standard six-speed automatic transmission to make the most out of it. This is something new as the previous year models had four-speed transmissions. The six-speed transmission upshifts smoothly and in a very easy manner. Even though the Expedition handles well and is fairly nimble and responsive for a vehicle its size, which is one of the reasons it remains popular in todays tight fuel economy conditions.
Safety
Safety is one aspect on which the manufacturer has taken good care of. There are extensive ranges of standard and optional safety features that have helped in making the latest model one of the best in the full-sized SUV segment. The AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control keeps a track upon the driver's input, road conditions and slippage, so that it delivers the right torque where it's needed. You will feel much more confidence driving this new SUV as its safety features provide you with the much-needed confidence. Moreover, you can rely on the new Expedition vehicle fully, as it has received the highest 5-star frontal crash test rating for the driver and right front passenger from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for eight years.
In many ways, the 2008 Ford Expedition review makes it clear that the latest models are the best in the market.
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