Dancing Mastodon: The 2015 Ford Expedition EL [First Impression] - The Fast Lane
We first drove the 2015 Ford Expedition EL about a year ago during a Ford press event. A majority of that positive buzz came from its new 365 horsepower, 3. 5L EcoBoost V6 that makes 420 lbs-feet of torque. That power is harnessed via a six-speed automatic transmission that, like the EcoBoost V6, many Ford F-150 owners will be familiar with. The “EL” is the largest version of the Expedition. Wheelbase: 131-inches, about a foot longer than the regular version Length: 206-inches, 14. 8-inches longer than the regular model Height: 77. 7-inches Minimum ground clearance: 8. 3-inches The 2015 Ford Expedition EL 4X4 can tow 9,100 lbs. If you get the 2WD version OR the shorter Expedition, you can tow up to 9,200 lbs. Unfortunately, the EcoBoost does not help economy with a 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway and 16 mpg combined, it is not that frugal. only the Chevrolet Suburban can match the 2015 Ford Expedition EL for this much room. Ford comes up short with the interior’s design and feel. This is a leftover design component that was notable on the previous Ford F-150 as well. The Platinum model, like our tester, had terrific leather seating options and the seat size can accommodate event the largest behinds. Source: www.tfltruck.com
