Comparison - Ford Explorer ST-Line 2022 - vs - Ford Expedition XL STX 2021

General

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Also called:

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Also called:

Expedition EL,Expedition Max,Excursion,Everest

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
46,600
Updated: 
21 Aug 2021
$
49,995
Updated: 
06 Jan 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2022
2021
Total Seating: 
6
5
Transmission: 
10-speed Automatic
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.90gals
23.30gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Stone Blue Metallic
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Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
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Atlas Blue Metallic
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Iconic Silver Metallic
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Carbonized Gray Metallic
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Agate Black Metallic
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Forged Green Metallic
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Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
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Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Ford's Co-Pilot360 Assist—a bundle of advanced driver-assistance features—is now available as an option on the XLT model for 2021. And the Expedition receives new wheel designs on all of its trims. The lineup also introduces a two-row-only XL STX base model that starts at $51,690. Based on spy photos, we expect the 2022 Expedition to undergo a mid-cycle refresh that brings a giant, vertical touchscreen infotainment system (likely a 15.5-inch display inherited from the Ford Mustang Mach-E EV) as well as a more rugged trim level, possibly called Timberline.

Pros
Spacious cabin,
turbo V-6 makes plenty of power,
stout towing capacity.

Cons
Plasticky interior trimmings,
feels exactly as large as it is from behind the wheel,
expensive upper trims.

By: 
caranddriver.com

New XL base trim, available only with a five-seat configuration and in non-Max form.Co-Pilot360 Assist suite of safety features now optional on XLT trim.

Pros
Cavernous interior with plenty of passenger and cargo space
Quick acceleration from strong V6 engine
Comfortable front seats
Tows more than similarly sized SUVs

Cons
Disappointing real-world fuel economy
Large size and slow steering make it cumbersome to drive

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Ford Expedition's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Large SUVs category. Currently the Ford Expedition has a score of 8.5 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Brawny engine
Great towing capacity and gas mileage for class
Straightforward infotainment controls
Spacious cabin

Cons
Stiff ride with 22-inch wheels
Some hard plastics in cabin

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
27.00mpg
24.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.30L
3.50L
Torque: 
310ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
470ft-lbs
at 2 250rpm
Horsepower: 
300hp
at 5 500rpm
375hp
at 5 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
no
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Adaptive Cruise Control
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Rear Parking Sensors
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Hill Start Assist
Hill Descent Control
Auto Stop-Start Technology
Remote Start System
Front Overhead Console Mounted Map Lights
Center Console-Armrest and Large Storage Bin with Lid
Overhead console with sunglass holder and conversation mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
198.80in
210.00in
Width: 
78.90in
79.90in
Height: 
69.90in
76.40in
Ground Clearance: 
7.90in
9.80in
Front Track: 
67.60in
Rear Track: 
67.20in
Wheel Base: 
119.10in
122.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.70
42.00
Rear Head Room: 
40.50
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
43.00in
43.90in
Rear leg room: 
39.00in
41.50in
Front Hip Room: 
59.20in
62.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.80in
64.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
59.10in
62.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
61.90in
64.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
87.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5300lbs
9200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
21.00degrees
23.30degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.00degrees
21.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
5623.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
no
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Windows, Power-Front One-Touch Up/Down
Windows, Second Row Power-One-Touch Up/Down
Power adjustable heated mirrors with security approach lamps

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Leatherette
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8-way Power Driver Seat (Power Lumbar and Manual Recline)
4-way Manual Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Second-row 40/20/40 split bench manual reclining fold-flat seat

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Multilink Independent Rear suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
Cabin Particulate Air Filter
Sliding Sun Visors with Illuminated vanity Mirrors
Rear Cargo Area Light

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
1 Subwoofer(S)
12 Total Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers
USB Connection
USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
USB Ports
6 Speakers
Speed-Compensated Volume
4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
Enhanced Voice Recognition Communications and Entertainment System

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 In.
18 In.
Wheels more: 
Painted Alloy Wheels
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
All Season Tires
All-Terrain Tires
Underbody-mounted full-size spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Emergency Braking Preparation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
Passive Anti-Theft System
Perimeter Alarm
Personal Safety System
Lane-Keeping System
Pre-Collision Assist With Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Options

Packages: 
Equipment Group 250A
Outfitters Bike – FrontLoader
Outfitters Cargo – MegaWarrior
Outfitters Cargo – SkyBox
Class IV Trailer Tow Package
Smoker's Package
Exterior Options: 
License Plate Bracket
Dual Panel Moonroof
Splash Guards
Wheel Lock Kit
Roof-Rail Crossbars
Roof Rails
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats
Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System
Cargo Area Management System
2nd Row Bench
Cooler Bag W/Adjustable Carrying Strap
Cargo Organizer - Large
Cargo Mat
Cargo Organizer - Standard
Carpeted floor
Carpeted first- and second-row floor mats
Cargo Management System
Cargo Protector
Cargo Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber
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