The Expedition’s engine is a powerful resource for moving this three-ton beast. It is better than the previous V8 and somewhat more efficient too. Excellent off-the-mark acceleration imbues confidence. Moreover, this SUV delivers its full power under hard acceleration, although when the engine is not yet warm, some turbo lag is apparent. Yet, the boosted V6 delivers the needed performance, with ample power to zip down the interstate, pull a trailer, or carry a full load of passengers.
The Expedition shines on the straightaway with some body roll detected on curvy roads. Tackle a corner and you’ll slow this beastly SUV to a respectable speed to avoid the inevitable control issues of a high-profile vehicle. We found this SUV has direct steering, weighted handling, and firm brakes.
Optional Four-Wheel Drive
Choose the four-wheel drive and you may be tempted to go off-roading. Go for it! Although we restricted our driving to mostly well-paved surfaces, we can see where the Expedition would handle tough terrain with ease. The Timberline grade, though, is best suited for off-roading with its beefy all-terrain tires, high ground clearance, underbody cladding, and two-speed transfer case.
