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 2020 Ford Expedition ranked #1 in Large SUVs. Currently the Ford Expedition has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Muscular turbocharged engine Class-leading towing capacity and fuel economy Upscale interior Ample room for passengers and cargo
Cons High base price for class Difficult to maneuver in tight spaces
The 2020 Ford Expedition comes with rear wheel drive, and four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.King Ranch model now available in regular and Max body styles.Ford Co-Pilot360, Ford's suite of driver aids, now standard on all models.Black Accent package introduced for XLT models, includes wheels, exterior trim and body all painted in black.
PROS Cavernous interior with plenty of passenger and cargo space Quick acceleration from strong V6 engine Comfortable front seats Tows more than similarly sized crossover SUVs
CONS Soft brake pedal feel diminishes driver confidence Large size and slow steering make it cumbersome to drive Not as quiet on the highway as other SUVs Maximum power output dependent on premium unleaded
The 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed automatic.Revised exterior styling, a new base trim and an optional mild hybrid engine.Improved interior materials and additional tech features.
Pros Above-average off-road and all-weather capabilities Available third-row seating Plenty of passenger and cargo space Quiet and smooth ride
Cons Seats may be too big for smaller drivers The more powerful engine upgrade is only offered on the top trim
The 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a super-competent seven-seater in a hotly contested luxury medium-SUV segment. It’s technically an update to the model that came out in 2015, one which this author actually bought and owned for some time.
Pros Seven seats, super versatile and practical, Range Rover-like interior, great packaging, much better looking than before
Cons Initial lag from drivetrain on take off, still needs some options ticked, no USB C
Land Rover promises luxurious treatment and off-road capability, and the 2020 Discovery Sport brings these qualities to the masses. The downsized Discovery is the most affordable model to wear the Land Rover badge, but it still boasts myriad features as well as a refreshed design for 2020. The updated styling helps align the Sport with bigger and ritzier Rovers such as the Discovery and the Range Rover Velar.Every Discovery Sport is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes between 246 and 286 horsepower depending on the model. However, the more powerful engine utilizes a 48-volt hybrid system that aims to improve fuel economy and aid acceleration.
