2025 Ford Expedition
Priced from $57,400 to $87,000 across 11 trims, the 2025 Ford Expedition is a SUV that we have evaluated using data from six independent sources: EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, RepairPal, AAA, and the manufacturer. What follows is every verifiable data point we could find.
Among 137 premium SUVs, the 2025 Ford Expedition earns a D for fuel cost. NHTSA rates it at 5 stars. RepairPal gives it 3.5 out of 5 for reliability. NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on file, more than the 1.8 average for SUVs.
What the published data indicates
Compared with similar SUVs in our dataset, the clearest positive signals for the 2025 Ford Expedition are high published crash-test results, but the recall history needs a closer look.
- safety
Strongest published signals
- Safety: 5-star NHTSA. Safest SUVs 2025 →
Limits and cautions
- There are 5 recalls on file, which is above the current SUVs average. Zero-recall cars 2025 →
- Fuel cost is a real drawback here: Above-average fuel cost among gas SUVs. Cheapest SUVs to fuel 2025 →
- Best estimated five-year cost in the lineup still lands about $4,982 above the similar-vehicle average.
Comparable models
- Starting MSRP
- $57,400 - $87,000
- EPA Combined MPG
- 18-19 MPG
- NHTSA Safety Rating
- 5-Star (Highest)
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $2,300 - $2,450/yr
- Recalls on File
- 5 recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- $3,750 more over 5 yrs
- Owner Complaints
- 14 on file
- Brand Origin
- United States
How Safe Is the 2025 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA awarded the 2025 Ford Expedition a 5-star overall rating, the highest available. This places it among the 82% of SUVs that earned top marks in frontal, side, and rollover crash tests. Source: NHTSA.
Overall Safety
82% of SUVs share this top rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | |
| Side Crash | |
| Rollover |
Rollover Risk: 20.4%
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Crash Imminent Braking | Standard |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
NHTSA evaluates frontal, side, and rollover performance. IIHS adds small overlap and roof strength tests. Both sets of results are shown here.
How Did the 2025 Ford Expedition Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?
IIHS has tested the 2025 Ford Expedition but did not award a Top Safety Pick designation. Individual test ratings are shown below. IIHS tests complement NHTSA ratings by evaluating different crash scenarios. Source: IIHS.
| Test | Rating |
|---|---|
| Small Overlap Front | M Marginal |
| Moderate Overlap Front | M Marginal |
| Side | G Good |
| Seat Belt Reminders | G Good |
IIHS vehicle class: Large SUVs
Crash tests measure how a vehicle performs in a collision. Recall data reveals whether the manufacturer or NHTSA has found safety defects requiring correction.
Does the 2025 Ford Expedition Have Any Recalls?
With 5 recall campaigns on file, the 2025 Ford Expedition exceeds the 1.8 average for SUVs. Affected components include AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. Note that more recalls can indicate more proactive defect identification. All recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA.
5 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA.
Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Most recent: February 2026
Units affected: 36,310,747
Owner-Reported Problems
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Ford Expedition. This is below the average of 29 complaints for 2025 SUVs. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.
6 in the last 90 days · most recent filed 2026-02-13
Safety-relevant complaints: At least one complaint includes crash reported, injury reported. Review individual reports on NHTSA.gov for details.
Most-reported problem areas
- ADAS / Safety Tech5
- Interior4
- Brakes3
- Structure2
- Steering2
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-03-07.
Safety data covered, the next consideration is what this vehicle costs to run. Fuel economy is where most owners feel the difference between trims.
What Is the 2025 Ford Expedition Fuel Economy?
The 2025 Ford Expedition achieves up to 19 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,300. That is $219 more per year than the $2,081 average for premium SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).
Ranges from 18 to 19 combined MPG depending on trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL Fleet 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| MAX XL Fleet 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| Active RWD GAS | 19 MPG | 16 | 24 | $2,300/yr |
| MAX Active RWD GAS | 19 MPG | 16 | 24 | $2,300/yr |
| Active 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| MAX Active 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| Platinum 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| MAX Platinum 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| Tremor 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| King Ranch 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
| MAX King Ranch 4WD GAS | 18 MPG | 15 | 22 | $2,450/yr |
Fuel costs are predictable from EPA data. The less visible costs, insurance, maintenance, and depreciation, are estimated by AAA for this vehicle class.
What Does the 2025 Ford Expedition Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2025 Ford Expedition ranges from $117,720 to $167,170 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,817/yr |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,873/yr |
| Depreciation | $5,074/yr |
| Registration & Taxes | $862/yr |
| Financing | $1,815/yr |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $13,584/yr |
| Cost per mile | $0.84/mi |
With 11 trims available, the cost and equipment differences are worth examining. The comparison below shows how price, fuel economy, and features vary.
How Do the 2025 Ford Expedition Trims Compare?
With 11 trims priced from $57,400 to $87,000, the 2025 Ford Expedition offers a range of equipment levels. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Drive Type | Horsepower | Est. 5-Year Cost | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL Fleet 4WD GAS | $57,400 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $137,570 | |||||||
| MAX XL Fleet 4WD GAS | $61,525 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $141,695 | |||||||
| Active RWD GAS | $62,400 | 19 MPG | $2,300/yr | RWD | 400 hp | $117,720 | |||||||
| MAX Active RWD GAS | $65,400 | 19 MPG | $2,300/yr | RWD | 400 hp | $120,720 | |||||||
| Active 4WD GAS | $65,400 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $145,570 | |||||||
| MAX Active 4WD GAS | $68,400 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $148,570 | |||||||
| Platinum 4WD GAS | $74,850 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $155,020 | |||||||
| MAX Platinum 4WD GAS | $77,850 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $158,020 | |||||||
| Tremor 4WD GAS | $81,350 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 440 hp | $161,520 | |||||||
| King Ranch 4WD GAS | $84,000 | 18 MPG | $2,450/yr | 4WD | 400 hp | $164,170 | |||||||
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The Ford Expedition lineup has contracted from 23 trims in 2024 to 11 trims in 2025. The entry price has increased $2,295 since 2024.
New trims since 2024
- Active RWD GAS (added 2025)
- MAX Active RWD GAS (added 2025)
- Active 4WD GAS (added 2025)
- MAX Active 4WD GAS (added 2025)
- Tremor 4WD GAS (added 2025)
Trims no longer available
- XL Fleet RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- XL STX RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX XL Fleet RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- XL STX 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- XLT RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX XLT RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- XLT 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX XLT 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- Limited RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX Limited RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- Limited 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- Timberline 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX Limited 4WD GAS (last available 2024)
- King Ranch RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- Platinum RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX King Ranch RWD GAS (last available 2024)
- MAX Platinum RWD GAS (last available 2024)
Price changes since 2024
- Platinum 4WD GAS $84,545 (2024) → $74,850 (2025) -$9,695
- MAX Platinum 4WD GAS $87,545 (2024) → $77,850 (2025) -$9,695
- King Ranch 4WD GAS $82,315 (2024) → $84,000 (2025) +$1,685
- MAX King Ranch 4WD GAS $85,315 (2024) → $87,000 (2025) +$1,685
- XL Fleet 4WD GAS $58,405 (2024) → $57,400 (2025) -$1,005
- MAX XL Fleet 4WD GAS $62,405 (2024) → $61,525 (2025) -$880
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL Fleet RWD GAS | $55,105 19 MPG | — | — |
| XL STX RWD GAS | $56,075 19 MPG | — | — |
| XL Fleet 4WD GAS | $58,405 18 MPG | $57,400 18 MPG | $57,700 19 MPG |
| MAX XL Fleet RWD GAS | $59,105 19 MPG | — | — |
| XL STX 4WD GAS | $59,375 18 MPG | — | — |
| XLT RWD GAS | $60,140 19 MPG | — | — |
| MAX XL Fleet 4WD GAS | $62,405 18 MPG | $61,525 18 MPG | $61,825 19 MPG |
| MAX XLT RWD GAS | $63,140 19 MPG | — | — |
| XLT 4WD GAS | $63,440 18 MPG | — | — |
| MAX XLT 4WD GAS | $66,440 18 MPG | — | — |
| Limited RWD GAS | $68,960 19 MPG | — | — |
| MAX Limited RWD GAS | $71,960 19 MPG | — | — |
| Limited 4WD GAS | $72,260 18 MPG | — | — |
| Timberline 4WD GAS | $72,550 17 MPG | — | — |
| MAX Limited 4WD GAS | $75,260 18 MPG | — | — |
| King Ranch RWD GAS | $79,015 19 MPG | — | — |
| Platinum RWD GAS | $81,245 19 MPG | — | — |
| MAX King Ranch RWD GAS | $82,015 19 MPG | — | — |
| King Ranch 4WD GAS | $82,315 18 MPG | $84,000 18 MPG | $84,360 19 MPG |
| MAX Platinum RWD GAS | $84,245 19 MPG | — | — |
| Platinum 4WD GAS | $84,545 18 MPG | $74,850 18 MPG | $74,250 19 MPG |
| MAX King Ranch 4WD GAS | $85,315 18 MPG | $87,000 18 MPG | $87,360 19 MPG |
| MAX Platinum 4WD GAS | $87,545 18 MPG | $77,850 18 MPG | $77,250 19 MPG |
| Active RWD GAS | — | $62,400 19 MPG | $62,700 19 MPG |
| MAX Active RWD GAS | — | $65,400 19 MPG | $65,700 19 MPG |
| Active 4WD GAS | — | $65,400 18 MPG | $65,700 19 MPG |
| MAX Active 4WD GAS | — | $68,400 18 MPG | $68,700 19 MPG |
| Tremor 4WD GAS | — | $81,350 18 MPG | $81,700 19 MPG |
Compare Trim Costs
Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.
Your driving & financing
Beyond the purchase decision, the next question is long-term dependability. Here is the reliability rating currently available for this vehicle.
How Reliable Is the 2025 Ford Expedition?
RepairPal rates the 2025 Ford Expedition at 3.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for premium SUVs. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.
Ford backs this vehicle with the following warranty terms. Coverage begins from the original purchase date.
What Warranty Does the 2025 Ford Expedition Come With?
Ford provides the following warranty coverage for the 2025 Expedition. Warranty terms are published by the manufacturer and apply to all trims. Coverage begins from the date of original purchase. Warranty terms shown here reflect the most recently published manufacturer data.
| Basic Warranty | 3yr/36k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 5yr/60k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 5yr/unlimited |
| Roadside Assistance | 5yr/60k |
What Are the 2025 Ford Expedition Specs?
Detailed specifications for the 2025 Ford Expedition as reported by the manufacturer. Specifications may vary by trim, market, and production date. Source: manufacturer-reported data.
| Engine | 3.5L V6 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 - 440 hp |
| Torque | 480 - 510 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Drive Type | Four-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Length | 209.9 - 221.7 in |
|---|---|
| Height | 77.9 - 78.9 in |
What Changed for the 2025 Ford Expedition?
- Number of available trims changed
- Pricing changed across one or more trims
- EPA fuel economy ratings changed
- Recall status changed
This page reflects the most recently published data from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references for the 2025 Ford Expedition. When source agencies release updates, this page regenerates automatically. Our methodology page explains how data is collected, verified, and presented.
2025 Ford Expedition FAQ
How does the 2025 Ford Expedition compare to other suvs?
Based on published data, the 2025 Ford Expedition has a safety grade of B, a fuel cost grade of D, and a RepairPal reliability score of 3.5/5. These grades compare it against similar suvs in its price range. No single metric tells the whole story, so we recommend reviewing each section on this page. See our Safest SUVs 2025 list.
Which 2025 Ford Expedition trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 11 available trims, the Active RWD GAS has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $117,720, starting at $62,400 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $167,170. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much does 2025 Ford Expedition insurance cost?
AAA estimates the annual insurance cost for the Medium SUV class at $1,873 per year, or about $156 per month. This is a class-level average, not specific to the 2025 Ford Expedition. Your actual premium will depend on your driving history, location, and coverage choices. Source: AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How much does 2025 Ford Expedition maintenance cost per year?
AAA estimates average annual maintenance for the Medium SUV class at $1,817 per year. This covers routine services, wear items, and unscheduled repairs. Combined with insurance ($1,873/yr) and depreciation ($5,074/yr), total non-fuel ownership costs run about $13,584 per year. These are class averages from the AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How fast does a 2025 Ford Expedition depreciate?
AAA estimates the Medium SUV class depreciates about $5,074 per year, or roughly $25,370 over five years. On a base MSRP of $57,400, that represents about 44% of the purchase price. These are class averages and actual depreciation varies by trim, condition, mileage, and market demand. Source: AAA.
How much will I spend on gas with a 2025 Ford Expedition?
The most efficient 2025 Ford Expedition trim costs an estimated $2,300 per year in fuel, or about $192 per month, based on EPA ratings and national average fuel prices. That is about $219 more than the average for similar suvs. See our Cheapest SUVs to fuel 2025 list.
What vehicles compete with the 2025 Ford Expedition?
Based on price range, body type, and segment positioning, the closest competitors to the 2025 Ford Expedition include 2025 Volvo XC90, 2025 Genesis GV80, and 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe. Each of those pages includes the same safety, fuel cost, reliability, and recall data so you can compare directly. Browse all 2025 SUVs.
What changed on the 2025 Ford Expedition from last year?
Compared to the previous model year, 5 new trims were added, 17 trims were dropped, and the entry price increased by $2,295 for the Ford Expedition lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.
How much does a 2025 Ford Expedition cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2025 Ford Expedition include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $192 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,324 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Is the 2025 Ford Expedition safe for families?
The 2025 Ford Expedition earned NHTSA's highest 5-star overall safety rating, which evaluates frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance. A 5-star rating does not guarantee safety in every situation but indicates strong performance in standardized crash tests. See our Safest SUVs 2025 list.
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