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All-new Ford Expedition – the smartest, most capable and most
adaptable Expedition ever – provides families generous space,
connectivity and smart new technology for their next adventures
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Flexible seating and storage solutions include second-row
tip-and-slide seating that provides easy access to the third row even
when child seats are installed; new, more powerful 3.5-liter EcoBoost®
engine and class-exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission are
expected to deliver the best towing capability of any full-size SUV
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Ford introduces the all-new Expedition today with an assist from the
Dallas Cowboys in Texas – America’s best-selling full-size SUV market;
Dallas firefighters join Ford to surprise a local first responder with
an all-new Expedition
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For today’s active families, Ford introduces the all-new Expedition –
the smartest, most capable and most adaptable Expedition ever – with
technology to keep every passenger connected, more power for drivers,
and more expected towing capability than any other full-size SUV.
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For today's active families, Ford introduces the all-new Expedition - the smartest, most capable and most adaptable Expedition ever - with technology to keep every passenger connected, more power for drivers, and more expected towing capability than any other full-size SUV. (Photo: Business Wire)
The all-new Expedition makes its debut today with an assist from the
Dallas Cowboys in Texas – America’s best-selling full-size SUV market.
“When Expedition was introduced 20 years ago, it set the standard for
active families who simply needed a big and strong SUV to take them
places,” said Joe Hinrichs, Ford president of The Americas. “Today’s
families want even more smart technology to help them cover more ground
safely, more efficiently and more comfortably – all while staying
connected to friends and family.”
Smartest Expedition ever
The all-new Expedition offers more driver-assist technology than any
other full-size SUV.
In addition, an all-new high-strength, aluminum-alloy body and
redesigned high-strength steel frame form the foundation for
Expedition’s rugged off-road and strong towing capabilities. Thanks to
the use of advanced materials, the all-new Expedition saves up to 300
pounds, and the team reinvested that weight savings everywhere it counts
to give customers more technology and convenience features than ever
before.
More than 40 features and driver-assist technologies new to Expedition
help make the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
These include class-exclusive enhanced active park assist to easily pull
in and out of parking spots, as well as available 360-degree camera
technology to help customers see more around their Expedition for easier
parking.
On the road, Expedition’s lane-keeping aid is designed to reduce
unintentional drifting of the vehicle outside its intended lane, while
adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go allows drivers to set a
cruising speed, using radar and camera technology to monitor traffic to
maintain a set distance between vehicles.
Its collision avoidance detection system helps drivers avoid other
vehicles or pedestrians, while available Blind Spot Information System
helps monitor blind spots outside the driver’s immediate view.
In addition, Expedition offers available new connectivity technologies
and convenience features, including:
- Wireless charging; Expedition is Ford’s first vehicle to
feature this system, which allows customers to place compatible mobile
devices on an integrated charging pad conveniently located in the
front center console
- Wi-Fi hotspot supports as many as 10 devices at once, up to 50
feet away from the vehicle
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Dual-headrest rear seat entertainment system provides a
next-generation video experience that allows passengers to view their
home cable programming on either of two video screens or hand-held
devices
- SYNC® 3, with both Apple CarPlay™
and Android Auto™ capability, allows drivers to stay
connected on the move
- SYNC Connect lets owners connect with the vehicle remotely
using FordPass® to start, lock, unlock and locate their
vehicle from anywhere, while also allowing access to important vehicle
diagnostic information
- Power for passengers in every row, with four 12-volt power
points, six USB chargers and a 110-volt power outlet that lets
passengers stay charged and connected
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12-speaker B&O PLAY premium audio system perfected by
acoustic engineers for a sound experience even audiophiles will
appreciate
- Advanced cargo manager with an adjustable shelf behind the
third row lets owners create a storage space customized to whatever
they’re hauling; even when parked on a hill, cargo won’t roll out the
back of Expedition when the liftgate is opened
- Panoramic Vista Roof spans two rows, a feature not offered by
any competitor
Most capable Expedition ever
Powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine with standard Auto
Start-Stop plus a class-exclusive new 10-speed automatic transmission,
the all-new Expedition is the most powerful Expedition ever. A newly
available electronic limited-slip differential on models with
Intelligent 4WD enables improved off-road capability by sending power
where it’s needed.
More than 50 percent of Expedition customers value towing, and 15
percent tow weekly or monthly. That’s why the all-new Expedition offers
Pro Trailer Backup Assist, which makes backing up a trailer as easy as
turning a knob.
Plus, an available hands-free liftgate makes loading cargo easy.
Most adaptable Expedition ever
The all-new Expedition has a roomy, flexible interior. With seating for
up to eight people and their gear, this full-size SUV makes modern
family adventures more comfortable during short and long trips alike.
The all-new Expedition is the first full-size utility to feature a
sliding second-row seat with tip-and-slide functionality, providing easy
access to the third row without the need to first remove a child safety
seat. Once in the third row, even adults will appreciate more legroom
and reclining seats.
Expedition’s second- and third-row seats can be quickly folded flat with
the push of a button to open up a cargo area wide enough to handle
4x8-foot sheets of plywood and other gear, depending on cargo weight and
load distribution, even with the liftgate closed.
Even the drive is more adaptable, with Expedition’s all-new Terrain
Management System™ that lets customers choose between drive
modes for optimal vehicle handling in different conditions. This
includes normal for around-town driving, sport for more spirited trips,
tow/haul for improved towing and hauling performance, eco for enhanced
fuel economy, grass/gravel/snow for loose terrain, sand for low traction
situations, and mud/rut for uneven surfaces.
Revealed today
The all-new Ford Expedition is being unveiled at Ford Center at The Star
with Stephen Jones, Dallas Cowboys chief operating officer and executive
vice president.
Last fall, Ford and the Dallas Cowboys surprised Dallas firefighters of Station
43 by refurbishing their station. Ford is now working with both the
Cowboys and the fire station to surprise a local first responder with an
all-new Expedition to continue his unstoppable level of service and
enable new family adventures.
The all-new Expedition is available in XLT, Limited and Platinum series.
In addition, an XL version is available for fleet customers, from law
enforcement to emergency services. To help customers choose the right
amount of interior room for their families, all series are available on
the extended-length Expedition MAX.
The all-new Expedition is part of Ford’s plan to grow its SUV leadership
with five new vehicles for North America in the next four years.
The all-new Expedition arrives this fall. It is built at Kentucky Truck
Plant in Louisville, Kentucky.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford
Motor Company is a global automotive and mobility company
based in Dearborn, Michigan. With about 203,000 employees and 62 plants
worldwide, the company’s core business includes designing,
manufacturing, marketing and servicing a full line of Ford cars, trucks
and SUVs, as well as Lincoln luxury vehicles. To expand its business
model, Ford is aggressively pursuing emerging opportunities with
investments in electrification, autonomy and mobility. Ford provides
financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more
information regarding Ford and its products and services, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
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