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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  • Nice 4 wheel drive SUV - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Ford has come a long way since the days of the Bronco, which is the last 4 wheel drive I had. This expedition handles extremely well with the rack and pinion steering and is very comfortable.

  • Red Expy - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Very nice truck. Beats our 98 Explorer we replaced all to heck. Cant believe how nice it drives!

  • Life with my new expedition - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    So far I have found the ride and handeling to be exceptional, especially for a vehicle of this size. The one issue was a very slight vibration intermittently in the steering wheel. My dealer provided me with a rental car and is replacing the steering gear after a series of tests to rule out tire balance etc. The fit and finish are very good.

  • 2003 EXPY EB Comfort - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    This is a different kind EXPY, I had model EB 2002. Ride smooth, powerful w/ 5.4l. With independent suspension, when sitting a third row, you do not have bumping feeling with rear axles. Roomy for legs (3rd row). Flipping down 2nd row is quiet and easy for women.

  • Me @ My EX - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Top notch SUV I love it.

  • review - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    I love my new car. I like the handling much better than the 2000 Expedition that I traded for this new SUV. Handles more like a car than previous models. I also love the rear seat, folding level with the floor.

  • Navigation not so good. - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Problems with navigation system. The hardware is exceptional, the software package is poor. There are large gaps in its maps, for WY in NAV sys only covers one city completely. I say that tongue and cheek because there are probably black holes with that location as well. The neighborhood I live in has been around for over 25 years but there are parts the software considers us off roading. There are other software packages with complete maps, eg LEXUS. Also, most dealerships dont load the software until you pay for the vehicle so you cannot see the gaps. In its defense: software works great for maps it has but who whats to be lost with a clueless NAV sys.

  • Definately! - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    Had the thing for near five years; its only a lease so weve got to turn it in in a few months. Love it, the nice firm seats are a plus but it would be nice to have a soft passenger seat. Only for short drives, that is. Great power, roomy interior. Great buy. The new ones dont have th same spacy feel. These trucks can go over everything. When I first acquired this I ran over every curb. I have a son who loved me flooring it so I did on a strait. Its got power, but lacks accelleration

  • Best of 2003 - 2003 Ford Expedition
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    When I first saw this suv , I knew I would love this car. Everything is great on this car. I wouldnt trade it for the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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