Ford Expedition Offers Full-Size SUV Capabilities withThe 2013 Ford Expedition remains the do-it-all full-size SUV, with best-in-class towing of up to 9,200 pounds, a ride that belies its size thanks in part to independent multilink rear suspension, and an engine that is both powerful and fuel-efficient. With 10 equipment groups, Expedition offers a wide variety of comfort, convenience, capability and appearance options, as well as an extended-length version of each series.
Expedition highlights
- Up to 20 mpg highway from the flex fuel-capable 5.4-liter V8 engine and six-speed automatic transmission
- SYNC® system features USB or Bluetooth® connectivity and optional voice-activated navigation with HD Radio™
- New 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels as well as dual-head restraint DVD system available on Limited and King Ranch
- Standard trailer sway control, which uses selective braking and engine management to tame unwanted trailer movement
- Integrated trailer brake controller available on XLT, standard on Limited and King Ranch
- Ford’s leading safety and security features, including:
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
- Safety Canopy® System side air curtain technology for all three rows
- Dual-stage airbags for driver and front passenger
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- MyKey® programmable vehicle key allows parental controls on driving speed
- SecuriCode™ keypad entry system
NEW and NOTABLE
• The integrated trailer brake controller is now included with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow
Package, working with the vehicle’s Anti-Lock Brake System to provide better control of trailer braking than aftermarket units
• The internal shift control module allows the six-speed automatic transmission to tailor shifts to engine demand
• Expedition and Expedition EL offer a total of 10 equipment levels to meet customer needs and preferences
• Limited and King Ranch now offer factory-installed dual-head restraint DVD systems for rear passenger entertainment
• Among new paint colors for 2013 are Blue Jeans Metallic, Kodiak Brown Metallic and Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
• New 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels are optional on Limited and King Ranch models, while King Ranch gets a chrome roof rack and side mirrors
Sync communications and entertainment
Expedition brings exciting voiceactivated technologies to the segment to help keep the driver’s eyes on the road and hands on the wheel:
• AppLink™
• HD Radio™
• Text-to-Voice capability
• Voice-activated Navigation system
Vital Stats
Engine: 5.4-liter V8, 310 hp @ 5,100 rpm, 365 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,600 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Series: XL, XLT, Limited and King Ranch; an extended-length version of each is also available
Safety/Standard
• AdvanceTrac traction control with RSC and trailer sway control
• Safety Canopy®, a side air curtain technology offering protection for all seating rows
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children)
• Dual-stage front airbags for the driver and front seat passenger, side airbags and a front passenger sensor system
• MyKey® programmable vehicle key
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System
• SecuriCode™ keypad entry
