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2009 Ford Expedition Features Review

July 9, 2009

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a button
Kelley Blue Book

New standard features for 2009 include keypad keyless entry
Cars.com

Cabin has up-to-date electronics and a generally modern feel
Edmunds

The 2009 Ford Expedition offers a great set of features through and through. Buyers will be pleased with standard and optional features.

The standard features list on the 2009 Ford Expedition is impressive, even in XLT trim. Edmunds reports that the "well-equipped XLT" offers "automatic headlights, running boards, a Class III trailer hitch, air-conditioning (with rear controls)" and "a six-speaker CD stereo with auxiliary input jack," along with "cruise control and full power accessories." For 2009, a few new additions have joined the list of standard features, including an alarm system, rain-sensing wipers, capless refueling, and second-row heated seats.

Moving up to the Eddie Bauer edition of the Ford Expedition 2009, ConsumerGuide finds that "dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, 10-way power driver seat, 6-way power passenger seat," and "Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer" are all included as standard features.

On the even more luxurious Ford Expedition Limited trim, J.D. Power says to expect a "rear parking sensor" and "wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel" to go along with the "perforated leather seats" that come standard. Finally, the 2009 Ford Expedition King Ranch incorporates all of the Limited trim's standard features and adds "upgraded leather upholstery, [and] unique interior and exterior trim," according to ConsumerGuide. Edmunds also notes that "exclusive to the Eddie Bauer, Limited and King Ranch are a navigation system, power liftgate and a rearview backup camera." For 2009, top trims include the Sync phone/media interface.

In lesser trims, many of the Limited's features can be added as stand-alone options. Across the line, options include a "DVD entertainment system," "iPod integration," and "satellite radio," according to ConsumerGuide. Kelley Blue Book notes that a "340-watt audio system" and "PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a button" are also available on the Ford Expedition 2009. The available navigation system includes Sirius Travel Link for 2009.

Conclusion

The 2009 Ford Expedition has scads of technological goodies, which should be enough to satisfy the vast majority of drivers.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a buttonKelley Blue BookNew standard features for 2009 include keypad keyless entryCars.comCabin has up-to-date electronics and a generally modern feelEdmunds The 2009 Ford Expedition offers a great set of features through and through. Buyers will be pleased with standard and optional features. The standard features list on the 2009 Ford Expedition is impressive, even in XLT trim. Edmunds reports that the "well-equipped XLT" offers "automatic headlights, running boards, a Class III trailer hitch, air-conditioning (with rear controls)" and "a six-speaker CD stereo with auxiliary input jack," along with "cruise control and full power accessories." For 2009, a few new additions have joined the list of standard features, including an alarm system, rain-sensing wipers, capless refueling, and second-row heated seats. Moving up to the Eddie Bauer edition of the Ford Expedition 2009, ConsumerGuide finds that "dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, 10-way power driver seat, 6-way power passenger seat," and "Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer" are all included as standard features. On the even more luxurious Ford Expedition Limited trim, J.D. Power says to expect a "rear parking sensor" and "wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel" to go along with the "perforated leather seats" that come standard. Finally, the 2009 Ford Expedition King Ranch incorporates all of the Limited trim's standard features and adds "upgraded leather upholstery, [and] unique interior and exterior trim," according to ConsumerGuide. Edmunds also notes that "exclusive to the Eddie Bauer, Limited and King Ranch are a navigation system, power liftgate and a rearview backup camera." For 2009, top trims include the Sync phone/media interface. In lesser trims, many of the Limited's features can be added as stand-alone options. Across the line, options include a "DVD entertainment system," "iPod integration," and "satellite radio," according to ConsumerGuide. Kelley Blue Book notes that a "340-watt audio system" and "PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a button" are also available on the Ford Expedition 2009. The available navigation system includes Sirius Travel Link for 2009. ConclusionThe 2009 Ford Expedition has scads of technological goodies, which should be enough to satisfy the vast majority of drivers. 2009 FORD EXPEDITION STYLING | [8 out of 10] Motor Trend: "the instrument panel, with its mix of round and rectangular gauges and chrome, plastic, and wood trim, appears retro for the sake of being retro and at the expense of good function" Kelley Blue Book: " Ford's now-signature ...

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Other Choices:

If you're interested in the 2009 Ford Expedition, also consider the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, Toyota Sequoia, and Nissan Armada. The Chevrolet Tahoe is equal in size to the GMC Yukon and its ritzier Denali edition. The Chevrolet Suburban is a longer Tahoe, and the GMC guys call that a Yukon XL or Denali XL. Regardless of which one you get, this quartet from General Motors has a slight edge in interior quality, but the Ford wins with better room in the third row. Plus, the Ford offers a power-folding third-row option, and with that, the seat automatically folds flat into the floor. This is a big plus over the GMs. However, the GMs strike back with more engine choices (including a hybrid) and a more supple-riding suspension, but the Ford offers what some consider more responsive handling. Then again, we're discussing a vehicle that weighs almost three tons, so regardless of its responsiveness, we're not talking Corvette- or Mustang-type handling here. A properly equipped 2009 Ford Expedition can tow four and a half tons, besting the Toyota Sequoia and Nissan Armada in this important category by a bunch. Both the Toyota and Nissan are offered in one size—larger than the standard Expedition but not quite as enormous as the long-wheelbase Expedition EL.

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