2003 Ford Expedition Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.29/5 Average
309 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Ford's full-size SUV sports changes inside and out. Outside, the Expedition looks bigger and bolder. Some of its new styling cues, such as the egg-crate grille and raised hood, are from its little brother, the Explorer. Inside you'll find fold-flat second- and third-row seats, with a power-folding option for the third row. The second row is split-40/20/40 enabling the middle section to slide forward. The Eddie Bauer package has an in-dash six-disc changer (optional on the XLT) and steering wheel-mounted stereo and climate controls, as well as an optional DVD player, navigation system and heated-cooled seats.

But the big changes are the ones you can't readily see. Underneath the skin a double-wishbone independent rear suspension system and a rack and pinion steering configuration improve road handling. AdvanceTrac stability control, along with ControlTrac four-wheel-drive system and an increased width of 1.7 inches should help keep the rubber down and the shiny side up.

Pros:
  • Excellent interior design and comfort, wide-ranging versatility, impressive hauling capabilities, improved handling abilities, great crash test scores.
Cons:
  • Slow when loaded down, drives as big as it looks, stability control only available on high-line models.

User Reviews:

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  • Chevy man turns Ford - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Been a rabid Chevy fan for 25 years of driving. The last few years Chevy prices keep going up and quality keeps fallin. Test drove a 2003 Expedition and was IMPRESSED! I think the Expy looks classy an expensive compared to the 2003 Tahoe/Yukon. The Expy it drop dead quite, rides very nice for an SUV and handles WAY better in turns than a Tahoe. It also cost less and has more torque and towing ability than the Tahoe. If this Expy is reliable (unlike my Tahoe) Ill be a Ford man for life. Thats saying a lot for me since Ive been a Chevy fanatic 25 years.

  • Ford nailed it on the new EXPY! - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Ford really got it right. This thing looks great and thrashes the Yukon I traded on ALL fronts. It has more leg room in the third row than the YUK. It handles much better and has no "roll" when taking turns. It handles more like a import sedan than an SUV. They say the YUK has more "punch". Well I cant tell it. This EXPY is just as quick and has much more torque than the Vortec.

  • This is a big step up... By Bobby C - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    This truck is a lot better than its predecessor. The improved styling is really nice. The interior comfort has really been increased and it is a lot more functional.

  • NOT ON THE ROAD - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    TRUCK HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR A WEEK

  • My SUV - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Overall this vehicle is outstanding! Although compared to the Toyota like vehicles the fuel milage for the Expidition is not near a good. This is being compared to the same size engine and similar weight vehicle.

  • runs like a ford - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    first suv ive ever owned with no defects found at all. runs and handles excellent in all buffalo,n.y. weather. fuel ecomoney is the only negetive ive found

  • Expethrilledition - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Our $33.5 Eddie Bauer 5.4L 2WD model offers plenty of power and handles very much like a car, little hint of the 5,600 pounds around you. I considered the 4.6L but recommend the bigger V8. The $700 extra and 1 MPG sacrifice are worth if for all but a few drivers. MPG over 8K miles has been 14-17, averaging 16 C/H. Ergonomically correct for this 62" driver throughout, this is one of Fords best ever, drive it and youll agree (I dont work for them).

  • Had to get rid of! - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Hated to do it, but after numerous problems with the 4wheel drive not disengaging, I had to get rid of my vehicle. I loved that SUV, and had owned the first 1996, absolutely loved it, too. Very disappointed in Fords "focus" on correcting my problem after my trying to resolve the situation since 2 weeks after I purchased. Only kept vehilce for 2 1/2 months! Regret the problems, and regret having to go to a GM product! Could not stand the brake dust all over wheels, and down side of truck...espcially a white one!

  • BEST ONE YET - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    THIS IS MY 3RD EXPLORER SINCE 1991, AND THE 2002 EDDIE B IS THE BEST. THE RIDE THE QUALITY, EVERYTHING ABOUT THE VEHICLE IS EXCELLANT. LOOKED AT THE TRAILBLAZER, DROVE IT AND DECIDED TO STAY WITH EXPLORER.

  • Some cheese with that whine? - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Rear end whines between 50-60 MPH, excessive wind noise, passenger side window. All other aspects are great, e- mail me if you have the same problem and lets get Ford to fix.

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