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The Ford Expedition has been completely redesigned for 2025. Manufacturer provided
If you didn’t notice the Ford Expedition before, you probably will now. Ford’s full-size family car has been completely redesigned for 2025 with the latest technology and added comfort. The company has even given the new front part a design that looks like a person flexing their biceps. If you want a ride that screams “do not disturb”, this is probably a good choice.
Three-row family vehicles aren’t quite as big as truck-based body-on-frame behemoths, but the Expedition is one of the originals. It’s hard to believe that it was nearly 30 years ago when we first laid eyes on this Ford F-150-based SUV. It has always been positioned as a vehicle for adventure and family vacations. Key parts of the redesign include a new tailgate section to enhance those trips while accommodating more toys and gear.
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Many of the new Expeditions are designed around tailgating, including seatbacks that convert into serving tables with nearby power outlets. Manufacturer provided
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Folding seat back in the trunk. Manufacturer provided
Size-obsessed North Americans want bigger cars than ever for their families, and automakers like Ford are happy to accommodate. The Expedition is still available in the Max trim, which extends the length of the supposedly already large vehicle by almost a foot.
The new tailgate is divided into approximately three-quarters sections, with each section opening independently. The lower section can be used as a sitting platform by folding the backrest. There is a power outlet near the backrest, so it can also be used as a table. When not used as a seat or table, the platform acts as a shelf for easy organization, and the third row seats are split 40/20/40 for added versatility when loading long, bulky items. . Ford says the new tailgate makes the Expedition a better companion for camping and tailgating, and it becomes part of the experience once you reach your destination.
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A 24-inch panoramic screen is mounted near the base of the windshield. Manufacturer provided
Inside, the refreshed interior starts with a 24-inch panoramic screen mounted near the base of the windshield, as far back as possible from the driver. Similar to the recently redesigned Lincoln Nautilus, drivers can now see beyond rather than through the oddly shaped “squackle” steering wheel, keeping their eyes on the road and being less distracted. Masu. It’s similar to a heads-up display. The screen, a single continuous panel, also serves as the instrument cluster and navigation display, while the touch screen located at the bottom of the center console acts as the controller for the infotainment system.
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Ford calls the steering wheel, which is not perfectly circular, a “squeakle,” which gives the driver a better view of the panoramic screen. Kunal D’souza/The Globe and Mail
There’s also a new electric center console that can be moved rearward, giving more space for totes and purses and putting cupholders and air conditioning in a better position for middle-row passengers. Second-row passengers get a new device holder on the back of the front seats that can be used to set up a table or phone.
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The electric center console can be moved rearward to create more storage space, making it easier for second-row passengers to reach the cupholders. Kunal D’souza/The Globe and Mail
The Expedition can seat up to seven or eight passengers, depending on whether the center row consists of captain’s chairs or benches. USB ports and storage shelves are located throughout to keep everyone charged and organized.
Ford has also updated its trim lineup and nomenclature, with the base Expedition now being called the Active. The Platinum and King Ranch trims return in 2025, and for the first time, you can get Ford’s largest SUV with the off-road-ready Tremor package. The Tremor includes best-in-class ground clearance, 33-inch all-terrain tires, and underbody protection. It has the most powerful 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, producing 440 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. All Expeditions are equipped with variations of this powertrain in various states of tune. Power ratings for other trims were not specified by Ford at the time of this writing.
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The 2025 Ford Expedition’s off-road-ready Tremor package includes best-in-class ground clearance, 33-inch all-terrain tires, and underbody protection. Manufacturer provided
All Expedition trims will now include BlueCruise hands-free driving technology, which requires a subscription to activate after a 90-day trial period. Some trims come with one year of access, but customers also get a lifetime purchase option when ordering a vehicle. The latest version of BlueCruise allows you to change lanes with the tap of a turn signal, provided the lane is clear. The new in-lane positioning also automatically steers the Expedition away from larger vehicles such as semi-trucks in adjacent lanes.
Pricing information has not yet been released, but expect a slight increase from the current Expedition, which starts at just under $80,000. The new Expedition is expected to be in dealerships by summer 2025.
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