Overview & Reviews

Alloy wheels replace chrome steel wheels on XLS models, and the front fascia appearance has been slightly revised.

• Substantial passenger and cargo capacity, impressive towing ability, diesel engine option.

• Unwieldy size, trucklike driving characteristics, poor fuel economy, high sticker price.

User Reviews:

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  Not just for men - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Sherry Hensley - June 2 - 6:19 pm

  Me husband bought a 2005 Ford Excursion for me around 9yrs ago. We have 5 kids, and Moms know that wherever Mom goes, so do the younguns. This truck is spacious, and any trips you take is so much better without everyone sitting on top of one another. So ladies, this truck is the cool Mom SUV. If you purchase one, you wont regret it!

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  Love my excursion - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Sherry Hensley - June 2 - 6:03 pm

  My husband bought this truck for me around 7-8yrs ago. We have a big family, 5 kids, and Moms know that wherever Mom goes, so do the younguns. I loved this truck! Its huge, but it gets me and my family wherever we need to go plus we can tow a race car to go racing. To all the ladies out there who think of it as a mans truck, think again! Plenty of space for you and your kids, and lots of room for groceries! Trips to my mom and dads, 3 1/2 hrs, is a cinch. This is one truck that you wont be disappointed with!

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  Bigger and Better - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Beowulf - June 28 - 6:31 pm

  As with another reviewer, this is my second Ex (also had an 01). Replaced after transmission had repeated problems ending in new transmission (fortunately it was still under warranty). I actually liked the 7.0 engine better, but this one does have better mileage and I can carry my entire extended family and tow a boat when we go on vacation. Towing and carrying full load, can cross Snoqualmie Pass in worst winter conditions with just winter tires, no problems. I love this car and am glad I got one of the last ones - will care for it and probably replace the engine if it ever fails. Oh, and by the way - runs great on Biodiesel - Ive had it up to B100 but B5-B20 is best for coldest winter weather.

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  Awesome Truck BEFORE - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By AAP - March 9 - 8:55 am

  I had a 2001 Excursion and loved it. I have kids, parents,horses, etc. and it has always worked well. Love the vehicle but have had a lot of problems with the 2005 model. Wish they would go back to old engine. A lot of problems with exhaust. It is in the shop now and I am torn, keep fixing problems or buy Suburban. Hate that idea. Miss old Excursion, lets rebuild that one and get back on track!

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  Happy Excursion Owner - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Bruce Gary - January 19 - 2:46 pm

  I like the Excursion because it is comfortable to drive and it allows you to see over most other traffic. With the 6.0 Diesel it is an excellent tow vehicle. I only wish it got much better mileage. So far it has never let me down or stranded me somewhere. The A/C and the DVD system are two of its most used items. The 4 wheel drive comes in very handy on bi-annual shooting trips to the desert areas of Southern California. I sold a 1 year old Crown Vic Sport to purchase this Excursion and have been very happy everyday since. In the past I have usually purchased either Chevys or Dodges, but I am very glad I gave Ford a second look in 2006 and 2007.

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  Excursion - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Eddie - October 31 - 8:21 pm

  Enjoy this truck a lot. Plenty of space and power for towing and love the big tank!

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  Love my Excursion - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By EXCMama - July 30 - 12:40 am

  I lifted mine 3", added extra leafs, and 36" tires. It is very fun to drive once you have owned it a while. If you are used to a smaller car, and only drive it once, you will find it difficult to park. I live in the mountains, and the only thing I dont like is the power going up the mountain passes. Im down to about 35mph by the time I hit the Eisenhower tunnel with my horse trailer ... but thats my fault for not going with the turbo diesel. This is definitely the most comfortable SUV to ride in on long trips. (We also own a Denali).

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  Diesel is the only option - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By JimM - July 19 - 1:43 am

  My diesel Excursion gets better mileage than my neighbors Grand Cherokee and my other neighbors Blazer and frankly, they are dumbfounded. They cant even begin to comprehend what it is like to be able to travel 800+ miles on a single tank of fuel. The idea of being able to tow their boat up to their lake home without having to stop for gas doesnt seem possible to them, because it isnt. One of the big 3 needs to continue producing a full-sized, diesel- powered SUV. Buy one of these trucks while you still can and make sure you buy a diesel. Will a diesel hold its value? Try even finding a used diesel Excursion that has less than 100,000 miles on it and see how much the owner is asking.

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  Great Vehicle - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Tim - June 10 - 10:03 am

  Has a lot of power will last a long time. resale good.

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  Very disappointed - 2005 Ford Excursion
  By Cheryl - March 24 - 5:46 pm

  Ive been through two of them. One returned for the lemon law and now Im on the second one. Ive had it 10 months and the transmission went out. Im very upset about this.