Reasons Why the 2020 Ford Expedition Is Our Favorite Family SUV

The 2020 Ford Expedition is a powerful SUV that enjoys high rankings for its class. With a powerful engine, spacious seating, and a wealth of standard safety features, this is a top choice for drivers who want a powerful vehicle that can haul a lot. The upscale interior provides plenty of room for cargo and passengers alike, while the optional towing package gives this the greatest towing capacity in its class. Learn more about what makes the Ford Expedition a must-see option in the 2020 lineup.

Trim Levels

The 2020 Ford Expedition is available in several trim levels that allow you to customize this vehicle to best meet your needs. Options include the:

• XLT: Standard with 18-inch wheels and an 8-inch infotainment screen.
• Limited: Features 20-inch wheels, a 12-speaker audio system, power-adjustable pedals, and leather-trimmed seats.
• King Ranch: Provides 22-inch wheels, leather seats, and adaptive suspension.
• Platinum: Offers power-folding second- and third-row seats, upgraded leather seating, active noise control, and enhanced safety features.

All four trim levels are available as MAX trims as well, which increases the overall size of the vehicle. Cargo volume behind the first row is 104.6 cubic feet in the standard Expedition and 121.5 cubic feet in the Expedition MAX. Cargo volume behind the second row increases from 63.6 cubic feet to 79.6 cubic feet, and the volume behind the third row jumps from 20.9 cubic feet to 36.

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Safety Features

The 2020 Ford Expedition comes standard with a well-rounded suite of safety features that includes:

• Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking: Audio and visual sensors alert you to potential collisions while the brakes pre-charge and the brake assist sensitivity increases.
• Blindspot information system (BLIS) with cross-traffic alert: Detect other traffic as you’re changing lanes or backing out of a parking space more effectively with this feature. The Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package includes BLIS with trailer assist as well.
• Auto high-beam headlamps: High-beam headlamps turn on automatically in dark conditions and lower again when there’s oncoming traffic.
• Lane-keeping system: This system makes minute adjustments to help you stay in your lane and alerts you to frequent instances of drifting that indicate it’s time to take a break.
• Rear view camera: This camera activates automatically when you’re in reverse to help you back up safely.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the 2020 Ford Expedition a five-star safety rating. It received five stars in all crash tests and a three-star rollover rating with a rollover risk of 20.8%. 

Under the Hood

The XLT, Limited, and King Ranch trims have a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine with 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. The Platinum trim level provides 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque with the same engine. A 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive are standard on all Expeditions. The Expedition offers a best-in-class fuel efficiency of 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined.

Four-wheel drive is available as an upgrade and comes with hill descent control and a Terrain Management System. The Terrain Management System has seven drive modes that help the vehicle adapt to different conditions. Both 2WD and 4WD are available for all modes. The driver can make this selection independently to best suit their preferences and the current conditions. The drive modes include:

• Normal.
• Sport.
• Tow/Haul.
• Eco.
• Grass/Gravel/Snow.
• Sand.
• Mud/Ruts.

Towing and Off-Roading

The 2020 Ford Expedition is a powerful choice for towing and a top contender if you want an SUV that can pull a trailer effectively. The base model 2020 Ford Expedition has a towing capacity of 6,000 pounds. With the addition of the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, you can increase this to a stunning 9,300 pound towing capacity. This tow package can also provide:

• A hitch receiver.
• Radiator upgrade. 
• Electronic traction assist.
• Upgraded rear axle.
• Tow/haul mode.
• Trailer brake control.
• Trailer sway control.

The FX4 Off-Road Package available for the XLT and Limited trims will equip the Ford Expedition for off-road adventures. This package provides:

• Premium off-road shocks.
• Heavy-duty radiator.
• Underbody fuel tank protection.
• Two-speed automatic 4WD.
• Skid plates.
• 3.73 electronic limited-slip differential.
• All-terrain OWL tires.

Technology

The 2020 Expedition comes standard with Ford’s SYNC 3 multimedia system. It provides a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot that’s accessible up to 50 feet from the vehicle for up to 10 devices. The Expedition also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. With FordPass Connect, you can remotely lock or unlock the doors and start or stop the engine. This app even lets you set a start schedule so your vehicle is always ready when you are. The app also tracks oil life, fuel level, mileage, and maintenance to help you stay on top of your vehicle’s needs.

The base trim comes standard with a six-speaker sound system and SiriusXM Radio. There are two USB smart-charging multimedia USB ports in the media hub and two more in the second row, for a total of four. Optional features include a wireless charging media hub, two additional USB ports in the third row, and a dual-headrest rear-seat entertainment system.

Upgrade to the Limited and above for a 12-speaker sound system by Bang & Olufsen and HD radio. Six USB charging ports and a wireless charging media hub are standard in the Limited, King Ranch, and Premium trim levels as well. 

Seating

The base trim 2020 Ford Expedition seats eight with front captain’s chairs, a 40/20/40 reclining fold-flat second row, and 60/40 fold-flat third row. Move up a trim level to the Limited, and you have the option to feature tip-and-slide captain’s chairs in the second row instead. This reduces the seating capacity to seven but makes it easier to access the third row. Second-row captain’s chairs are standard in the King Ranch trim and optional again for the Platinum edition.

If you’re interested in taking the 2020 Ford Expedition for a drive, come by Oxmoor Ford today. We can help you explore all your options for this stunning vehicle and find the right Expedition for your family’s needs.