The Ford Expedition EL is a longer bodied version of the regular Expedition. When equipped with four-wheel drive, the Expedition EL will get you there whether the road is dry, wet, snowy, or even when there's hardly any road at all.
2012 Ford Expedition EL XLT 4X4
The Expedition EL adds more cargo-carrying capacity with a long 131-inch wheelbase. For 2011 the Expedition EL is available in four trims: XL, XLT, Limited, and King Ranch. It is powered by a SOHC 5.4-liter V-8 that is rated at 310 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard equipment. It is available with either rear-wheel drive or electronically engaged four-wheel drive. A Class IV trailer hitch and trailer sway control are standard. The Expedition EL offers towing capacities in the 9000-pound range. Safety equipment includes front and side-impact air bags, three-row head-protection curtain air bags, anti-lock braking, and electronic stability control with anti-rollover technology.
2012 Ford Expedition EL XLT 4X4
MSRP: $44,750
Invoice: $41,723
Technical Specs
Engine
Standard Engine: 5.4L V8
Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 8
Horsepower @RPM: 310@5100
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 13/18
Combined Fuel Economy: 15
EPA Class: Four Wheel Drive SUV
Number of Valves: 24
Torque @RPM: N/A
Fuel Type System: Flexible Fuel Vehicle / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): No
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: N/A
Compression: 9.8:1
Displacement: 5408/330
Bore X Stroke: 3.55×4.17
Cruising Range: 502.5 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: N/A
Final Drive Ratio: No
Valves Configuration: Single Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A
Electric Torque RPM: N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A
Standard Features
Anti-Theft & Locks
Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
Power Liftgate Lock/Unlock
Selective Locking/Unlocking
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, SecuriLock(R) Engine Immobilizer and Exterior Monitoring
Braking & Traction
Selectable 4-Wheel Drive
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
AdvanceTrac(R) With Roll Stability Control (TM) (RSC(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System
Traction Control
Transfer Case
Brake Assistance
Front Power 343-mm X 34-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 335-mm X 22-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
Automatic Locking Hubs
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Electrical
Cigarette Lighter
Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring
Battery Saver
Cargo Area Power Outlet
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Battery
Delayed Power Retention
2 Front Power Outlets, 1 Integrated With Cigarette Lighter
Engines & Emissions
Roadside Assistance Warranty For 60000-Miles, 60-Months
ULEV II Emissions
Extended Service Interval For Tune-Up
Emergency Reduced Engine Power
Flexible Fuel 5.4-Liter Triton(R), V8, 24-Valve, SOHC, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 310@5100, Torque Of 365@3600, Cast Iron Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads; Runs On Ethanol/Gas Mixture With Up To 85 Percent Ethanol (2WD Primary Fuel Economy With 100% Gasoline Is 14-City, 20-Highway and 16-Combined; Secondary Fuel Economy With 85% Ethanol Is 10-City, 14-Highway and 12-Combined; 4WD Primary Fuel Economy With 100% Gasoline Is 13-City, 18-Highway and 15-Combined; Secondary Fuel Economy With 85% Ethanol Is 9-City, 13-Highway and 11-Combined)
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Second Row Sound Controls For Audio
Radio Data System
SYNC(R) Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
In-Glass Radio Antenna
SYNC(R) Telematics Includes Automatic Collision Notification, 911 Assist(TM) Emergency Response, Navigation, Traffic Information, Vehicle Diagnostics and Vehicle Service Reminders (Requires Paired Wireless Enabled Phone; 3-Year Subscription Included For Traffic, Directions and Information Services and Is Subject To Late Availability)
AM/FM Radio With Speed Sensitive Volume, Premium Sound System and 6 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 6-Month Subscription)
Exterior Lighting
Twin Complex Surface Halogen Headlights
Automatic Headlights
Perimeter Lighting Located On Exterior Mirrors
Windshield Wiper Activated Headlights
Front Foglights
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Rear Step Up Bumper
Chrome Exhaust Pipe
Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
Front Air Dam
Metallic Paint (If Selected)
Body Color Body Side Cladding and Wheel Lip
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Rear Seat Heating and Air Conditioning Controls
Rear Heating and Air Conditioning Ducts
Manual Air Conditioning
Instrumentation
SYNC(R) Voice Activated Controls For Navigation System, Phone, Audio and Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
Tire Pressure Monitor
Cruise Control
Digital Clock
Trip Computer With Trip Odometer
Tachometer
Battery Gauge
Compass
Oil Pressure Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control
Maintenance Interval Indicator
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Audible Warnings Include Beltminder(R) Seatbelts Unfastened
Interior Lighting
Interior Load Area Light
Delayed Courtesy Light
Illuminated Entry
Front Map Lights
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Second Row Carpeted Floor Mats
Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Leather Steering Wheel
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Panic Alarm
Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Illuminated Entry, Panic Alarm and Perimeter Lighting
Universal Garage Door Opener
Keyless Entry Operated Via SecuriCode(TM) Door Keypad and Key Fob
Safety
Personal Safety System(R) Includes Pretensioners With Force Limiters, Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Driver Seat Position Sensor and Crash Sensor
Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Second Row and Third Row 3-Point Center Seatbelt
MyKey(TM) Vehicle Speed and Audio Volume Limiter
SOS Post Crash Alert System(TM) Crash Sensor Unlocks Doors, Turns On Flashers and Sounds Horn
SYNC(R) Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal (Requires Paired Wireless Enabled Phone)
Pretensioners With Force Limiters
L A T C H
Front and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
Safety Canopy(TM) Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Rear Electronic Parking Aid With Ultrasonic Sensors
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Front, Second Row and Third Row 3-Point Seatbelts
Side Guard Door Beams
Crumple Zones
Rollover Sensor
Seats
Driver Manual Lumbar Support
Third Row 60/40 Split Folding Hideaway Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests
Cloth Seats
Easy Entry Seat
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total
Second Row 40/20/40 Split Folding Reclining Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and CenterSlide(R) Feature
Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats, Driver Side Manually Adjusts 2-Ways Total, Passenger Side Manually Adjusts 4-Ways Total With Driver Adjustable Seat Height, Adjustable Headrests and Armrest
Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Storage
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Glovebox
Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage
Coinholder
Black Roof Rack
Overhead Console Storage
Cargo Organizer
4 Front, 2 Second Row and 3 Third Row; 9 Cupholders Total
Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Suspension
36-mm Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
Towing/Trailering & Payload
7608-Lb Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Class IV Tow Hitch Receiver
Tow Hooks
Towing Prep Package Includes Wiring Provisions
Transmission
6-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive, Floor Mounted Shifter and Tow/Haul Mode
Wheels & Tires
SBRP275/65R18 OWL All-Terrain Tires
Underbody Tire Carrier
Full-Size Spare Tire
Machined Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8.5-In
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Rear Window Defroster
Power Windows With Driver One-Touch Up and One-Touch Down
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Flip-Up Liftgate Window
Power Side Vent Windows
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Rear Window Intermittent Wiper/Washer
Rear and Side Privacy Glass
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Power Window Lockout
Front Dual Sunvisors
Front Tinted Glass
Front Dual Black Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors
Interior Conversation Mirror
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The Ford Expedition is one of the highest safety-oriented cars, and it always performs well on crash tests. That means if you prioritize your family’s safety on the road, this is probably one of the best choices. One reason is because it is a “truck-based SUV” and naturally has a bigger body compared to other models. The Expedition EL’s longer cargo capability also improves its already-highly-ranked convenience grade.
ERWIN CALVERLEY
Unlike other utility vehicles that have evolved to be less truck-like, the Ford Expedition has managed to stay true to its guns, which delivers the same solid truck capability that it always has. Making it a great choice for those who need to haul heavy loads. You can even tow a boat using the it!
Nicole Vickers
There are a lot of things to like about this car. Aside from the heated second-row seats they added, it is properly equipped to make it capable of towing upgrades too. My brother owns a Ford Expedition and when he let me drove it, I thought that it was up to par.
Ivo Beutler
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