Ford Expedition

The current Ford Expedition makes a leap forward, shedding weight while adding comfort, convenience, and safety features.

The Expedition comes in two lengths. The longer version, called MAX, is about a foot longer than the standard Expedition and competes directly against the Chevrolet Suburban. That extra size allows for significant cargo space behind the adult-friendly third-row seat, but it also makes parking a real challenge.

The 375-hp, 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 engine catapults this coach easily. Maximum towing capacity is a competitive 9,300 pounds, which is enough to pull a large trailer. Overall fuel economy is up 2 mpg to 16, typical for this thirsty class.