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Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Quality: 87
Max HP: 400 at 5200
Max Torque: 480 at 3300
Oil Capacity: 5.7
Bore: 3.6
Stroke: 3.4
Displacement: 3.5
Block Type: V
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: Twin Turbo
Fuel Induction: DI
Cam Type: DOHC
Valves: 24
Valve Timing: VVT
Compression: 10.5


EcoBoost 3.5L Twin Turbo V6 400hp 480ft. lbs.

Air filtration: 
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front air conditioning zones: dual
Humidity/dewpoint sensors: 
Rear air conditioning: automatic climate control
Rear air conditioning zones: single
Rear vents: third row


Air Conditioning

Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags: dual
Side airbags: front
Side curtain airbags: front,rear,third row


Airbags

Antenna type: diversity,element
Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth,USB,iPod/iPhone
Radio: AM/FM,touch screen display,voice operated
Radio data system: 
Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Speed sensitive volume control: 
Total speakers: 6


Audio System

ABS: 4-wheel
Braking assist: 
Electronic brakeforce distribution: 
Electronic parking brake: auto off
Front brake type: ventilated disc
Power brakes: 
Rear brake type: ventilated disc


Brakes

Door sill trim: scuff plate
Floor mat material: carpet
Floor material: carpet
Floor mats: front,rear
Interior accents: veneer
Steering wheel trim: leatherette


Comfort Features

Adaptive cruise control: 
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
Assist handle: front,rear
Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering
Capless fuel filler system: 
Cargo area light: 
Center console: front console with armrest and storage
Cupholders: 15,front,rear,third row
Easy entry: manual rear seat
Memorized settings: liftgate
Multi-function remote: keyless entry,panic alarm,trunk release
One-touch windows: 4
Overhead console: front
Power outlet(s): USB front,USB-C front
Power steering: electric,variable/speed-proportional
Power windows: lockout button
Push-button start: 
Reading lights: front,rear,third row
Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
Remote engine start/cabin preconditioning: 
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel mounted controls: audio,cruise control,multi-function,phone,voice control
Storage: accessory hook,bin,cargo tie-down anchors and hooks,door pockets,dual level cargo area,front seatback,sunglasses holder
Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating


Convenience Features

4WD selector: electronic hi-lo
4WD type: part time w/ on demand setting
Drive mode selector: 


Drivetrain

Alternator: 150 amps
Auto start/stop: 
Battery: maintenance-free
Battery rating: 650 CCA
Battery saver: 


Engine

Active grille shutters: 
Door handle color: body-color
Front bumper color: body-color
Grille color: black
Headlight bezel color: black
Mirror color: black
Rear bumper color: body-color
Rear spoiler: roofline
Rear spoiler color: body-color
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated,split liftgate
Running board color: black
Running boards: 
Window trim: stainless steel


Exterior Features

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa,Google POIs,Google search,app marketplace integration
Infotainment: Ford Digital Experience
Infotainment screen size: 13.2 in.
Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto,wireless Apple CarPlay


In Car Entertainment

Clock: 
Compass: 
Customizable instrument cluster: 
Digital odometer: 
External temperature display: 
Fuel economy display: MPG,range
Gauge: oil pressure,tachometer
Instrument cluster screen size: 24 in.
Multi-function display: 
Trip odometer: 
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning,low fuel level,low oil level,low oil pressure,low washer fluid,maintenance due


Instrumentation

Daytime running lights: LED
Exterior entry lights: approach lamps,puddle lamps
Headlights: LED,auto delay off,auto high beam dimmer,auto on/off,wiper activated
Taillights: LED


Lights

Side mirror adjustments: manual folding,power
Side mirrors: heated


Mirrors

Roof

Automatic emergency braking: front,front pedestrian,rear
Automatic hazard warning lights: 
Blind spot safety: sensor/alert,trailer coverage
Camera system: surround view
Camera system washer: front,rear
Check rear seat reminder: 
Child safety door locks: 
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Cross traffic alert: rear
Crumple zones: front
Driver attention alert system: 
Impact sensor: alert system,door unlock,post-collision safety system
Lane deviation sensors: 
Lane keeping assist: 
Parking sensors: front,rear
Pre-collision warning system: audible warning,pedestrian detection,visual warning
Programmable safety key: 
Rearview monitor: in dash
Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting


Safety

Emergency locking retractors: front,rear,third row
Front seatbelts: 3-point
Rear seatbelts: 3-point
Seatbelt force limiters: front,rear
Seatbelt pretensioners: front,rear
Seatbelt warning sensor: front
Third row seatbelts: 3-point


Seatbelts

Driver seat power adjustments: 10,height,lumbar,reclining
Front headrests: 2,adjustable
Front seat type: bucket
Passenger seat power adjustments: 8,height,lumbar,reclining
Rear headrests: 3,fixed
Rear seat: sliding
Rear seat folding: flat,split
Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining
Rear seat type: 40-20-40 split bench
Third row headrests: 3,adjustable
Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor,power,split
Third row seat type: 40-60 split bench
Upholstery: cloth


Seats

Anti-theft system: alarm,perimeter alarm,vehicle immobilizer
Power door locks: auto-locking


Security

Hill holder control: 
Off-road driving assist: hill descent
Roll stability control: 
Stability control: 
Traction control: 
Trailer stability control: 


Stability and Traction

Front shock type: gas
Front spring type: coil
Front stabilizer bar: diameter 36 mm
Front struts: 
Front suspension classification: independent
Front suspension type: short and long arm
Rear shock type: gas
Rear spring type: coil
Rear stabilizer bar: 
Rear struts: 
Rear suspension classification: independent
Rear suspension type: multi-link


Suspension

Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated,with read function
Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
Navigation data: real time traffic
Navigation system: touch screen display,voice operated
Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa,Ford App
Smart device app function: engine start/cabin preconditioning,horn/light operation,lock operation,maintenance status,security event/collision alert,vehicle location
Wi-Fi: hotspot
Wireless data link: Bluetooth


Telematics

Spare tire mount location: underbody
Spare tire size: full-size
Spare wheel type: steel
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 
Wheels: painted aluminum alloy


Tires and Rims

Automated trailer backup steering: straight line and turning
Tow/Haul mode: 
Trailer brake controller: 
Trailer hitch: Class IV
Trailer wiring: 4-pin,7-pin


Towing and Hauling

Front wipers: variable intermittent
Liftgate window: fixed
Power windows: safety reverse
Rear privacy glass: 
Rear wiper: intermittent,with washer
Solar-tinted glass: 
Window defogger: rear


Windows

Armrests: rear outboard seats
Cargo area floor mat: reversible carpet and rubber/vinyl,rubber/vinyl
Floor mat material: rubber/vinyl
Floor mats: third row
Heated steering wheel: 


ADAS profile helper: hands-free driving for highway
Autonomous lane guidance: lane changing
Easy entry: power rear seat
Memorized settings: 3 driver,driver seat,side mirrors,steering wheel
Multi-function remote: proximity entry system
Picnic table: 
Power outlet(s): 115V cargo area,115V front,USB-C third row
Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Storage: lockbox,organizer
Sunshade: windshield


License plate bracket: front
Paint: metallic,premium
Skid plate(s): front,rear


Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping,one-touch open/close,power panoramic,power sunshade,tilt/slide


Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction cross,intersection/junction turn
First aid kit: 
Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction cross,intersection/junction turn


Driver seat: heated
Passenger seat: heated
Rear headrests: 2
Rear seat folding: power
Rear seat power adjustments: reclining
Rear seat type: captains chairs
Seat cover: rear seatback protector
Third row seat type: 40-20-40 split bench
Third row seat upholstery: vinyl
Upholstery: leatherette


Front Tire Construction: R
Front Tire Prefix: P
Front Tire Profile: 60
Front Tire Section Width: 275
Front Wheel Diameter: 20.0
Rear Tire Construction: R
Rear Tire Prefix: P
Rear Tire Profile: 60
Rear Tire Section Width: 275
Rear Wheel Diameter: 20.0
Wheel locks: front and rear


Front wipers: rain sensing
Laminated glass: front side


Front Brake Diameter: 13.8
Rear Brake Diameter: 13.2


4WD HUB Type: Pushbutton Hubs
Axle Ratio: 3.73


Wheelbase: 122.5
Height: 78.0
Ground Clearance: 8.7
Front Track Width: 68.1
Rear Track Width: 67.8
Width: 94.6
Length: 209.9


Exterior Dimensions

Cargo Volume: 21.6
Cargo Volume Third Row Down Only: 60.8
Interior Volume: 196.6
Passenger Volume: 175.0
Cargo Volume All Rear Seats Down: 108.5


Interior Dimensions

Head Room 1st Row: 41.8
Head Room 2nd Row/Rear: 40.0
Head Room 3rd Row: 37.4
Hip Room 2nd Row/Rear: 62.3
Shoulder Room 1st Row: 64.9
Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear: 64.8
Leg Room 1st Row: 43.9
Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear: 41.1
Standard Seating: 8
Max Seating: 8
Seating Rows: 3
Leg Room 3rd Row: 36.5
Hip Room 3rd Row: 51.4
Shoulder Room 3rd Row: 64.2
Hip Room 1st Row: 62.3


Seating

Max Payload: 1957
Gross Vehicle Weight Range: 7001-8000
Curb Weight: 5668
Gross Combined Weight Rating: 12300
Base Towing Capacity: 6000
Max Towing Capacity: 9200
Tonnage: 1/2
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 7625
Fuel Tank Capacity: 23.6


Weights and Capacities

Front Wheel Size: 18.0 x 8.5
Rear Wheel Size: 18.0 x 8.5
Front Wheel Diameter: 18.0
Front Wheel Width: 8.5
Rear Wheel Diameter: 18.0
Rear Wheel Width: 8.5
Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Tire Description: P265/70R18E
Rear Tire Description: P265/70R18E


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2026 Ford Expedition

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