Overview & Reviews

Ford's replacement for the aging Bronco is the all-new Expedition. Based on the 1997 F-150 platform, this full-size sport-utility vehicle is poised to do battle with the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon.

• Great big truck that can seat up to nine passengers and still fit inside a regular garage. Interior ergonomics are outstanding, and a nice standard equipment list make it competitive with other full-size utes.

• Engine could use a bit more oomph
• Upshifts are rather abrupt and downshifts should happen a bit quicker.
• Even the optional 5.4-liter has difficulty accelerating beyond speeds of 70 mph. The transmission could also use some refinement

User Reviews:

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  Great 4WD - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By Reno, NV - May 31 - 2:00 am

  Almost has 100K and Ive only had to replace the Alternator. Still have original battery. Also, I just did the 100K service, sprark plugs were pretty bad, it took me more than four hours to change. I would highly recommend this vehicle to any one looking at one.

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  Sturdy truck for travelling back roads - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By dbigfella - May 31 - 2:00 am

  This car has been several thousand miles into Mexicos highways and back roads and has never given me a problem. If you can stomach the gas mileage and you need a 4WD and/or big car, I highly recommend it. Another word of caution. It can be intimidating in tight corners and parking in major cities. But once you know your truck youll be fine almost anywhere.

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  tran.sensors - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By Mugs - May 29 - 2:00 am

  factory tires lasted 28000 miles. Check engine light at 32K miles, had to replace transmission sensor pack ($350) although testing indicated nothing wrong with transmission. Check engine light again at 37K .... test indicates "smoke tube" needs replacing.

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  id buy one - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By bud in a ford - April 1 - 2:00 am

  the only problem i have is that i cant change my own spark plugs and do some other typically "simple" services to this vehicle that i can do to some of my other older cars.

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  Love My Expedition - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By Jason Myers - March 22 - 7:45 pm

  I bought mine back in 97 when they 1st came out and from the time I took it home I feel in love, it very reliable NEVER got stuck out in the cold I have drove to Detriot,MI 3 times and with 12 of snow on the ground and this SUV took it like a pro. I like how roomy it is with lost of head room and extra space for friends or cargo I also like how versitile it is when you want to make changes to the exterior all I can say is this is a one of a kind suv.

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  Cant wait for the 2003 model! - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By cobbed,man - March 19 - 2:00 am

  This has been a good family vehicle.

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  GREAT SUV - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By KWY - March 11 - 6:05 pm

  Lots of power, very reliable, Nicely designed

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  First time happy with a Ford - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By woman suv driver - March 10 - 4:18 pm

  I have not had one problem with my Expedition. I have had all the recalls done. After changing the tires it feels alot better on the road. I am selling it to a woman today and it is like leaving an old friend. I never thought I would get attached to a vehicle. Never had in the past. Im glad she is going to another woman... Only complaint is they need to consider the size of some women when they design the vehicle like this.

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  Best Ever! - 1997 Ford Expedition
  By Ex281 - March 5 - 9:35 pm

  This is the most functional, reliable, roomy, comfortable vehicle Ive ever owned in 36 years of new car purchases.