The 2020 Ford Expedition shows its presence on the road with its power, style, and class. The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe is another contender in its class and offers some style of its own, but the Expedition delivers just enough more to make it your choice. Come take a ride at Brighton Ford.
Design, Cargo and Towing Specs
The Ford Expedition features an upscale interior with ample room for passengers and cargo. It has comfortable space for up to eight with standard third-row power-reclining seats and available second-row tip-and slide seats – all designed to give your passengers plenty of legroom. The Expedition boasts a high-end, modern cabin with plenty of premium materials. Upper trims have upgraded leather upholstery, aluminum and wood trim pieces, and a lot of leather-wrapped surfaces. With its standard body length you get 20.9 cubic feet of space behind the third row. Folding those seats down, you can get a spacious 104.6 cubic feet. With the longer wheelbase, you will get a maximum of 121.4 cubic feet of cargo space. Not only can you travel in style and bring your gear, you can also tow your favorite recreation toys. The Expedition features four trims: XLT, Limited, King Ranch, and Platinum.
The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe is a spacious full-size SUV that is essentially a shorter version of the Chevrolet Suburban. It’s a solid build, with upscale materials throughout its cabin. The Tahoe offers three rows of seats, with seating options for up to nine people, and plenty of cargo room. It has 51.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and 15.3 cubic feet when the third row is up. When all of the seats are folded down, you will get 94.7 cubic feet of cargo space. Cloth upholstery, a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a heated steering wheel, and power-adjustable pedals come standard. Available convenience options include leather upholstery, heated first- and second-row seats, power-release and folding second-row bucket seats, with a power-folding third row. The Tahoe can tow up to 8,600 when properly equipped. It offers three trims: LS, LT, and the Premier.
Safety and Tech Features
If you are looking for a great infotainment package, every Expedition comes standard with a user-friendly SYNC 3 infotainment system, which includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with an easy to use 8-inch touch screen. Other standard features include satellite radio, voice recognition, four USB ports, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. Now standard in all models for your peace of mind, is the Ford Co-Pilot360 with Blind Spot Information System, Pre-collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, and Adaptive Cruise with Stop-and-Go.
The Chevrolet infotainment system is standard on the Tahoe with Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. A Wi-Fi hot spot, up to seven USB ports and six power outlets, six-speaker audio system, satellite radio, HD radio, and Bluetooth are also standard. Safety features included on the LT and Premier trims are forward collision warning and low-speed automatic emergency braking. Standard safety features include rear parking sensors, a rearview camera and the Teen Driver System. Other available safety features include a safety alert seat, front parking sensors, a head-up display, automatic high-beam headlights, forward collision warning, and blind spot monitoring.
Fuel and Pricing and Power
Starting price for the 2020 Ford Expedition is $52,810 for the XLT and ranges to $76,965 for the Platinum Max edition, with an estimated 17/23 mpg city and highway. Its 3.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged V6 engine puts out 375 hp and 470 pound-feet of torque, and it can rival most competitors. If you choose the Platinum trim, you will get 400 hp and 480 pound-feet of torque. When fully equipped, the Expedition has an impressive 9,300 pounds of towing capacity.
Engine choices on the Tahoe include a 335 hp 5.3-liter or a 420 hp 6.2-liter V-8. Both come with cylinder deactivation to help save fuel when full power isn’t needed. The 5.3-liter V-8 pairs with a six-speed automatic, while the 6.2-liter V-8 gets a 10-speed automatic. It offers a tow/haul mode for the six-speed transmission; and rear- or four-wheel-drive models are also offered. It has considerable ground clearance and towing capabilities of up to 8,600 pounds. The Tahoe estimates 15/22 mpg in the city and on the highway; and is average for a full-size SUV. The Tahoe has a starting price of $48,000 for the LS trim and ranges to $62,700 for the Tahoe Premier.
Overview
The 2020 Ford Expedition delivers nearly all of what you want in a large SUV. It ranks high in the large SUV class, has the option for a longer wheel-base and has class leading cargo and towing capabilities with its powerful turbocharged V6 engine. Come take a ride and your choice will be clear.