2000 Ford Expedition Review
Fuel Economy
13 - 15 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
One major flaw, namely twitchy steering, turns us off the Expedition. Twitchy steering is not something you want in a tall 5,000-pound vehicle.
Pros
Excellent interior and comfort, wide-ranging versatility, new safety features.
Cons
Still might be too big for some garages, lack of power, on-road comfort hurts off-road capabilities.
What's New for 2000
The Expedition receives power-adjustable foot pedals, a rear sonar system for when the vehicle is backing up, optional side airbags, a revised center console and restyled wheels.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Lost an engine at 100k miles
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT 4WD Utility
Review
Owned almost 9 yrs. except for the bottom end of the engine going out at 100k miles ($8k later) I love it. Use it for snow plow, pull 24' boat goes anywhere and has never let us down (except for the engine). Has original battery but new alternator. Lots of room and very comfortable. Handles well on wet, dry roads as wel as in ice and snow. I don't like all the cheap-looking plastic on the new Epeditions. Plus the prices are way too expensive. Get the gas mileage up to 22-25 mpg, keep the power and handling etc and I might buy another.
Favorite Features
This SUV will do it all! Hauls anything. Pulls anything and is very comfortable. Lots of room too!
Suggested Improvements
Better reliability in the engine and components. The Triton V8 is "kmown" to blow out spark plugs and burn up coils. The new engine at 100k miles cost me $8k and now I have to replace a coil in the #4 cylinder ($300). Get the gas mileage up in the 20's.
found on road dead
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT Utility
Review
I bought this car new, and a year into owning it, the 5 disk cd player broke, and wasnt covered under the warrenty. After six years, one of the coils had to be replaced, and 6 months later, another one had to be replaced. both times the repair bill was over $500. 6 months later an O ring had to be replaced and because they had to remove the gas tank to figure that out, the bill was about $600 (the o ring literally cost 25 bucks). Just last year, the transmission blew. Thankfully my mechanic felt like being creative and replaced the solenoid pack and that worked but again, over $500 in repairs. All in all, I've spent over 4000 replacing and repairing. Not worth buying.
Favorite Features
Its a shame this car was such a dud because the power and performance was amazing. The reason I held on to it for so long was because it was simply amazing to drive. Could make u turns better then some of my friends cars!!! The inside is extremely comfortable and the sound system was awsome.
Suggested Improvements
Better electonic wiring, better engine. I took exelent care of this car and it broke down more then it should have for its age and milage. Every repair was over $500.00 easily.
Good truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT Utility
Review
We bought this over the GM alternatives because of the interior design. Overall a good truck and reliable transportation. Transmission lost third gear around 120,000 miles and had it rebuilt. Other than that, no other mechanical issues. Interior cup holder in dash got stuck, some sort of grease leaked out from under the center console and stained the carpet. Otherwise solid truck. Would buy again - selling now to move to smaller car since we are out of infant seats.
Favorite Features
Keyless entry keypad on drivers door. Can lock keys in car and use keypad to get back into locked vehicle. Nice feature for running, cycling where you don't want to carry keys. Obviously do this at your own risk.
Suggested Improvements
Less body roll in corners. More durable cup holder in dash.
Awesome car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT Utility
Review
I have had this car for 8 years and it's gone about 243,000. I have only had two minor repairs, an alternatior and a thermostat, less than $500. Anything else was normal, like tires, brake pads and oil changes. I thought I should sell it 2 years ago but kept it and am so glad I did. It just keeps on going. My locks don't respond properly and the drinkholder broke but the car moves with no problem and has not let me down.
Favorite Features
The room. Third row seat for the dog, very back for the groceries and the rest for me and the kids. Fits tons of stuff on vacations.
Suggested Improvements
Better door locks and drinkholders. I also had trouble with the second row middle seat belt not working and had to buy a new seat belt.
Love my truck!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT 4WD Utility
Review
We bought this truck new off the lot. (Gas was much cheaper 8 years ago!) We opted not to buy the extended warranty and have not had any major problems within the first 6 years of its life. However, with that being said, within the past 2 years, we have had to replace the sway bar, new brakes (twice), new front end calibers, new shocks, new emergency brake (prior mechanic cut it!), and just now - a new alternator.
Favorite Features
Adjustable pedals! Lots and lots of room, with the 3rd seat removed and the 2nd layed out the rear of the truck is the size of a queen size bed - we used the truck for camping for kids to sleep in.
Suggested Improvements
Running boards are slippery in winter. How about better gas mileage! Using this for in town driving back and forth to work sucks up the gas!
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