DecodedCars2026 Ford Expedition
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Max 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 209.8–222 in
- Curb weight
- 5,668–5,794 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 12% below the 2026 standard SUV average of 21.7 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Ford Expedition is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,668 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), 12% worse than the 2026 standard SUV average of 21.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Expedition — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Expedition →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Louisville, Kentucky
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 Expedition configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 209.8 in | 79.9 in | 78 in | 122.4 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 5,668 lb | 50/50 |
| Max 4dr SUV | 222 in | 79.9 in | 78 in | 131.5 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 5,794 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -12% | $3,550 | 474 |
| Expedition 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -10% | $3,700 | 501 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Ford Expedition.
Similar 2026 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Expedition (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Dodge Durango | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Toyota Sequoia | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Sep 22, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V606000 · 41,748 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Expedition, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD vehicles. The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 26, 2026.
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Feb 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Not every 2026 Ford Expedition is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Expedition years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Expedition | 18 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 38 |
| 2024 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 79 |
| 2023 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 65 |
| 2022 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 116 |
| 2021 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 241 |
| 2020 Expedition | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 18 | 425 |
| 2019 Expedition | 20 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 522 |
| 2018 Expedition | 20 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 14 | 382 |
| 2017 Expedition | 18 | 205.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 357 |
| 2016 Expedition | 18 | 205.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 217 |
| 2015 Expedition | 18 | 205.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 164 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →