Comparison - Ford Expedition Platinum 2019 - vs - Land Rover Range Rover AUTOBIOGRAPHY 2018
General
Also called:
Expedition EL,Expedition Max,Excursion,Everest
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Expert Reviews
The 2018 Ford Expedition is finally the full-size family hauler from Ford we've been waiting for.A long-awaited redo for the spacious family hauler finally arrives this year, and the 2018 Ford Expedition gets more than a "mane and tail" makeover. The new SUV will be available in XLT, Limited, and Platinum trims in rear- or four-wheel-drive configurations. A long wheelbase Expedition will be offered and is called Expedition MAX, which is a new name for the States. Pricing hasn't yet been announced.
Pros
Boxy, upright stance
Advanced safety tech
Strong V-6 and 10-speed powertrain
Helpful terrain management system
Cons
We thought we were past the rotary shift knob
Uncertain about fuel economy
Expedition MAX?
The 2018 Ford Expedition ranked #1 in Large SUVs. Currently the Ford Expedition has a score of 9.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros
Powerful engine
Upscale cabin with plenty of features
Three rows of spacious seats
Lots of cargo space
Cons
More expensive than competitors
More powerful V6 engine and new 10-speed automatic transmission.The 2018 Expedition is fully redesigned.The first year of the fourth-generation Expedition.Updated interior with new features.
PROS
Turbo V6 engine, now with more power, pulls strong even when laden
Easy folding and sliding of rear seats increase interior flexibility
Adults will actually be comfortable in the third-row seat
Tows more than similarly sized crossover SUVs
CONS
Fuel economy still below what a typical three-row crossover achieves
Big, bulky and tricky to navigate and park in tight quarters
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover is the pinnacle of SUVs.
Pros
Astounding capability regardless of terrain
Exceptional on-road ride and handling
Impressive engine lineup
As comfortable as any vehicle anywhere
Cons
Dual touchscreens’ learning curve
Eye-watering price
Design is beginning to show its age
Great off-road, but so rare to see a dirty one
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover ranked #4 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Range Rover has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros
Legendary off-road ability
Cushioned ride
Roomy, posh cabin
Powerful engines
Cons
Cumbersome infotainment system
Less cargo space than competitors
High price
For 2018, a number of minor design tweaks have been made to the exterior and interior. Most notably the interior ditches a lot of knobs and buttons in favor of a second touchscreen. New, top-of-the-line seats are available, and the SVAutobiography Dynamic trim gets a slight bump in horsepower.
PROS
Excellent balance of off-road ability and luxury
A wealth of interior and exterior options for customizing
Long-wheelbase variant provides additional rear legroom
Available with a diesel engine
CONS
Standard engine's modest power may disappoint
Capability means compromise, and highway steering may be too heavy for some
Large wheels can bring vibration and noise into the cabin at highway speeds
