Ford gave its Expedition a big overhaul in 2025 and that is expected to carry over with the 2026 model with some refinements in appearance and technology upgraded.
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Expedition is expected to carry on with the overhaul it received last year with only some exterior and interior refinements adding to it.
- 2026 will have the same great power and off-roading capabilities as 2025.
- Fuel economy and towing capabilities will continue to be above average in 2026.
- The Expedition looks strong on the outside, is comfortable on the inside, and has the latest up-to-date technology to give you what you need at your fingertips.
- Several safety and driver-assist features come standard and available in the Expedition, including Ford’s Blue Cruise hands-free technology.
2026 will likely see refinement to the big overhaul the Expedition got in 2025.
Ford gave the Expedition a big overhaul in 2025 and we expect those new changes to carry on in 2026. But we do expect to see some nice refinements, especially to the exterior appearance around the front grill and lights, but more exciting is the interior upgrades.
There will be new premium materials inside as well as a new larger tech display. The center screen will be a 13.2-inch touchscreen, but what’s even more impressive is the 24-inch display atop the dash. The dash display shows traditional information gauges as well as information from the center infotainment screen, which makes things much easier for the driver to see.
A big SUV means big power.
When your SUV is almost 6,000 pounds, you need a lot of power to move it along and the Expedition delivers. It comes with a twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 partnered with a responsive ten-speed automatic transmission and either rear- or four-wheel drive. You’ll get 400 horsepower with the standard engine, but if you want a little more, there is an available higher-output version to get you an additional 40 horses.
If you have a hankering to take that power on an interesting adventure, the off-road ready trim, the Tremor (which replaced the Timberland), will have a Rock Crawl driving mode to get you off the beaten path. Other off-road features include underbody skid plates, specialized tires, and a slightly raised suspension system. And like all Expeditions it has an independent rear suspension.
Full-size SUVs are expected to get less fuel economy than a little sportster, but they make up for that by being able to haul a whole lot of weight.
No one expects a large SUV to get amazing fuel-economy; though, for its size, it is better than expected. In 2025, the EPA rated the Expedition to get 16 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. The 2026 version will likely get about the same. When using four-wheel drive, those numbers lower to 15mpg city and 22 highway.
As you’d imagine, the fuel economy will probably be lower when towing as well. The Expedition is capable of towing a lot! It is rated to tow up to 9,600 pounds. The cargo space also, will likely be similar to the 2025 edition, which had 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 69.9 cubic feet behind the second row, and an impressive 108.5 cubic feet behind the first row.
Inside the Expedition you’ll find roomy comfort and up-to-date technology.
The roomy interior of the Expedition makes for a comfortable ride for everyone, even those people back in the third row, which is a full-size bench seat. The second row is also a bench seat, but can be swapped for two captains chairs. You’ll be able to travel with seven or eight people depending on your seating configuration.
Your Expedition will be loaded with the latest technology as well as being a wi-fi hotspot for up to ten devices. Its system is built on Google software, so you will be able to access all of your Google apps as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You’ll even be able to access games and movies while parked.
The Expedition has a variety of safety and driver-assist features.
The 2026 Expedition is expected to carry on with the same safety and driver-assist features found in the 2025 version. It has standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking as well as available lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist and available adaptive cruise control. It will also offer a hands-free driving system called Blue Cruise.
Summary
The 2026 Ford Expedition is expected to be a strong and comfortable full-size SUV with the power, comfort, and technology to fulfill all of your family’s daily needs as well as tackle those jobs and adventures that come up from time to time. It will have a starting price ranging from $64,000 to $86,000, depending on which trim and options you choose. Contact Jarrett Ford of Dade City today to find the perfect 2026 Expedition to suit all your needs.