The 2003 Ford Expedition comes with fresh design styles and also gains more powerful engine. The notable features in the model are its visibility, trailer towing capability and passenger and cargo room. On the negative side, it has low fuel economy rates.
2003 Ford Expedition
For 2003, the Ford Expedition is offered in three trim versions, the base model XLT, new FX4 and Eddie Bauer. Major competitors to the 2003 Ford Expedition model include Toyota Sequoia and GMC Yukon.
Engine & Mileage
The standard engine to the 2003 Ford Expedition model include 4.6 liter V8 version that delivers 232 hp of power at 4750 rpm and torque of 291 lb ft at 3450 rpm, while it offers 5.4 liter V8 engine as optional. The optional engine can generate power up to 260 hp and torque of 350 lb ft. Only transmission available to both the engines include 4-speed automatic. With the V8 engine, the full-sized SUV model can achieve fuel economy of 14 mpg in the city premises and 18 mpg on the highway roads.
Standard Features
The standard features on all the models include head protecting curtain side air bags, 17 inch wheels and four wheel antilock braking system. Newly optional are tire pressure monitoring system and Ford’s advance Trac traction control system.
