Steering, Room, smooth ride for a suv, Air CONDITIONING,

GAS, but I guess you have to expect that from a big suv like this one. After a while I was not to impresed with 3rd seat because I have to take it out just to load groceries and the seat is really high. The Stereo system is ok but they are on the door so if you slam the doors the speakers sound seems to sound really bad. The Seat are a little hard but its really not that bad...

Well,
I have never had a truck I have always been a truck kinda GuySo..
Anyway I was really impressed epecially with the steering, that a strength.
I also thought that the third seat would act as a great convenience for the family...

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- better gas mileage than expected (15-17 mpg city/highway mix)
- Very roomy and comfortable
- Leather interior is nice
- Smooth ride
- Mach stereo is unreal
- Low end torque makes this truck jump off the line

- High-end torque is low makes passing at highway speeds tough
- Parking is a little challenging, especially parallel
- Backing out of my small garage is a pain (small price to pay)

I recently bought a 4.6L 2wd Expedition and have enjoyed it thoroughly in the short time I've owned it. This was a big jump and improvement for me in cars (my last car was an '84 Volvo). This car spoils me. It handles very well for a large truck. A lot of things are better than I initially expected (gas mileage, turning radius, ride). I could not justify the added initial expense of the 4x4 w/5.4L V8 not ro mention the increased monthly expense of getting 13-14 mpg. More power would be nice, but the power and ride of the 4.6L 2wd is sufficient. Unless you plan on towing, going off-road frequently, or hauling 8 full-size adults in your vehicle uphill, there is no real need to have the 4x4 w/5.4L V8. It'll drain your wallet.

So far, so good...26,500 total miles on Expy to date.

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Comfortable, smooth ride, nice looking, powerful

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I LOVE my truck!!!!!! Not only does it turn heads but it is comfortable, roomy, and by far the smoothest riding SUV I have ever been in. The gas mileage could be better but that would be my only gripe. I owned a 97 Dodge Grand Caravan BIG MISTAKE!!!!!! That transmisson went 2x's in 30,0000 miles so out test driving I went, I drove every SUV with a 3rd seat and none held a candle to the Expedtion (well except maybe the Lincoln Navigator...if you have $60,000 to spend go for it)It has every option I could ever need and I dont get stuck in the snow anymore!! :)

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Dodge Durango(too small),Chevy Tahoe (rode like a tin can on wheels) Chevy Suburban (close race but the Expedition was smoother and prettier)burban...tried them all.

large interior,can see over other cars while driving an see whats ahead,comfortable drive even long trips.

gas hog!! and as stated above ford not backing their product which is still under warranty.

at first i loved my truck. but now having problems . when i have 5 gal of gas and parked on slight incline ....won't start until i can get level. has happened x4. been to dealer each x . ford now says its a normal design of the truck..THANK GOODNESS FOR CALIFORNIAS LEMON LAW.... NO MORE FORDS FOR ME....

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had a toyota with better gas milage and much better track record.

power

gas mileage

the expedition kicks. We do everything with this vehicle from long (and I mean long) trips to hauling our boat and goin off-roading. today my mom had to go to court because some lady side-swiped her while in the expedition and it only sustained minor damages mostly to the body while the little Honda that the lady was driving was totaled. ergo, this is one heck of a safe vehicle.

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An outstanding SUV, much better than the Explorers (3) I've owned, or the Grand Cherokee and Blazer owned by friends.

The cargo capacity is enormous. I shot a feature film last summer and hauled a giant load of heavy equipment over desert terrain and was so, so happy that I'd decided on this model.

--Get the 5.4 V8 You will be much happier.
--Great ground clearance
--Amazingly nimble handling for such a behemoth, though with the expected corner roll at speed
--Extremely comfortable seating. I have routinely driven this car 12-14 hours at a shot over long freeway hauls and it has proved to be the least exhausting experience behind the wheel of any vehicle in 25 years

Height and mass also provide a safety margin--you can see over most traffic and if there is a collision, odds are you won't be the one crunched.

--Terrible gas mileage, but you have to expect that going in
--Too high for many parking garages; makes city parking a royal pain
--NOISES; lord, makes the rattles and squeaks stop. Truly distracting and annoying, and inexcusable in a car priced at this level.

The only way to get both sun roof and factory leather was in the pricey Eddie Bauer, which was a bummer. I'm not a fan of the automatic climate control stuff (more circuit boards to fail) that's automatically included, but it hasn't crapped-out yet.

If you can afford the gas and need the hauling capacity, this is a great choice.

4-wheeling in desert terrain went flawlessly, except for the grip who slammed it into a boulder and knocked the front end out of alignment (later fixed without a problem).

I'm driving this car now and am considering selling it, mostly because I no longer need the room nor want to pay big bucks for gas. I've delayed and delayed the decision, though, since I really enjoy the vehicle.

A short comment on the rollover issue: Aside from the Firestone fiasco (not present on the Expedition), does it occur to anyone else that poor driving probably contributes more to rollovers than car design? I mean, there have been Jeeps and Land Rovers and LandCruisers on the roads for decades, people knew how to drive them, and there was no epidemic of rollovers. Now that every other suburban mom and her accountant husband have an SUV, we're seeing toppled Explorers near half the soccer fields in the country.

Not that I have anything against suburban moms.

It's a top-heavy vehicle--drive it accordingly.

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I've driven '90, '92 and '95 Explorers and none of them were as good a value as this vehicle.

Dollar value: Do not buy the Eddie Bauer until you have looked at the Regency Conversion of the Expedition. We saved more than $4,000 and got much more. With 4 grandkids, we wanted the entertainment center with captains chairs. You have never heard a car so quiet as ours with the tv/vcr on and 4 headsets on each grandchild. Before you know it, your trip is over. Re: The Expedition itself, lots of space, very comfortable,
stylish with the Regency paint and exterior extras. Turning radius is beyond ones expectations. The 5.4 is great and I would not recommend the smaller motor.

We have owned our vehicle for 13 months and have driven it 42,000 miles. Our only problem so far has been an air suspension valve that went out and put us off the road. An ABS light went on and it turned out to be a bad sensor, and the fluid light on the instrument panel stayed on with full fluid. They had to replace the entire assembly as the sensor is part of the package.

Other than oil changes every 5,000 miles, fuel, filters, etc, the only cost out of pocket has been $367.59 plus a two day rental of $45.00.

When in the Phoenix area, do not do business with Burge Ford, Mesa, AZ. I strongly suggest Fiesta Lincoln Mercury just across the street.

When in Lubbock, see Gene Messer Ford for both sales and service. Cloyce Gilley is a great guy.

FORD RECALLS FIRESTONE: 6/5/01 We received 5 new Michelen tires to replace our Firestones. I paid $64.00 for an alignment and that was it. The bill would have been over $700.00 for 5 tires, mounted, balanced, etc.

My thanks to Ford Motor Company for taking care of their clients!

Please review my comments on strengths and weaknesses.

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The 5.4l has plenty of power. The truck handles well on and off road. The truck has a high clearance compared to my 1995 chevy Tahoe 4X4.

Gas Mileage. Ford should consider a larger gas tank, I miss my 42 gal tank I had in my 1993 GMC Suburban. I would like more cargo space behind the third seat. Went on a trip to Atlanta, GA for the Peach Bowl (Go Tigers - LSU), with six adults we had no room for luggage. Had to sit three in the middle seat and use half the third seat for luggage.

I like the Expy and would recommend this vehicle, with the 5.4l and the load leveling suspension. It has a different ride than the GM products I have owned but I like it. I owned a 1993 Ford Explorer and there is no comparison to the Expy. I would never own another Explorer, but I would buy another Expedition.

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Our Ex. is a 1997 XLT with the 5.4 v8, and most all the interior creature comforts (leather, CD-changer, rear AC, center console, electric everything etc.). It has an excellent ride on highway and smooth surfaces. The turning radius is unbelievable (tight) and the vehicle handles extremely well in parking lots and on narrow roads. The 5.4 is extremely peppy and has excellent passing power on two-lane roads. Although the GM 350 reports the faster quarter mile, you would never know it if you drove the two engines side by side, in fact you would swear that the 5.4 would blow the 350 away. Roominess is one of the Ex's biggest attributes (you can practically play basketball in the back seat). Also, the cargo space seems to be higher than the GM products, which gives it an advantage on toting larger items in the back (though suburban wins on long items). Lastly, the Ex has been very reliable. Aside from a few factory recalls (first year vehicle), we have only had to have it in the shop once in 51,000 mi (3 years) for a minor repair on an idle selenoid.

One of the Ex's strengths is also a weakness in that there is lots of road feel in the steering wheel....that is you feel the little imperfection in the road, thus on really bumpy roads (like some around here in the Bayou State), things can be a little rough. However, it is considerably smooth over the larger imperfections in the road. Also, I think the engineers got the speed sensitive steering backwards, the wheel should be less responsive at high speeds, and more responsive at slow speeds (when your more likely to make a sharp turn). The steering takes awhile to get used to.

All in All...this vehicle dosn't have any weaknesses

Yes I would recommend this vehicle to anyone who prefers to drive a Sport Ute, especially if you plan on taking long trips. The Ex is the large SUV that handles and feels like a small SUV but has a much smoother, refined ride and more utility (hey, it's bigger), so don't waste your time with an Explorer or Blazer. Besides, equally equipped, there is not that much difference in the price, and there is also not alot of difference in the gas mileage (if you ease up a bit on the peddle). If you buy one, GET THE 5.4 V8, the 4.6 dosn't get better gas mileage and dosn't have squat for power. I'll promise you that all the yahoos who say the Ex is not powereful have the 4.6 V8. Additionally, get the limited slip differential, especially if you have to drive on icy roads. We payed approximately $27,700 bran-spankin new (Yes...that's right, $27,700; It pays to do your homework and deal with a dealer on dealer invoice, however, at the time you would've been lucky to get one for anything under MSRP). Both my wife (the daily driver of the vehicle) and I have been totally satisified with our Ex, and provided you don't get a lemon (which exists in all vehicles) I'm sure you will be too!!

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Highway ride - Expedition superior; City ride - GM superior (barely); Engine - tie (although the 5.4 seems peppier); room - Expedition is superior based on roomier back seat and the height of the cargo space; Gas usage - tie; looks - well...I think the Ex is a much more refined vehicle than the GM, looks and all...but that is my opinion. Comparison with Explorer...there is no comparison!!!! It's like comparing a Lincoln to a VW bug.

I have the Eddie Bauer 4X4, Fully loaded with leather and power everything...great sound system and clean as a whistle! Perfect size...not TOO big, TONS of rooms for kids, grandma, friends and all their treasures, Luxury look and feel, Fabulously smooth ride, Rides "High" for a safe feeling, ...um...it's ALL good, really. It eats more gas but who cares? For such a nice vehicle with so much room and power, what does everyone expect? Of course "Eddie" needs more calories than the smaller SUV's! Hello! If anyone is worried about gas...stop complaining and go buy a tiny GEO!

NONE! I can't think of a single weakness. I had a Ford Explorer XLT and that truck was a good one...it just wasn't big enough! "Eddie" rides much smoother than the Explorer, too! I like Ford and think this is a wonderful SUV. I got a great price and an extended warranty for a great price, too so I'm feeling mighty good about this purchase. I will probably trade it in for another one before "Eddie" hits 80K miles as resale/trade-in value is much better.

LOVE IT! You are gonna love it, too!

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Ford Explorer XLT- much nicer than this one.