2015 Ford Expedition

The 2015 Ford Expedition is on its way! Ford is getting set to rival General Motors’ 2015 Suburban and Tahoe dominance of the full-size SUVs segment as it prepares for the introduction of an Expedition model for the 2015 model year. Our spy photographer took some snap shots of the updated Ford Expedition testing in southeast Michigan, and we were able to pick out some visual changes under its camouflage.

 2015 Expedition Exterior and Interior

The American auto maker took some designing inspirations from the Ford F-150 and Ford F-Series Super Duty when constructing the new Expedition. The 2015 Expedition SUV has a big and boxy appearance. Other similarities with the F-150 and F-Series Super Duty can be found at the front end. Unlike the current model, this upcoming full-size SUV will feature a more upright front fascia and a taller and wider chrome grille. At the rear end, the vehicle features a straight exhaust with a large tip, while the current model’s exhaust makes a 90-degree turn and exit on the passenger side of the vehicle.

As for the interior design, Ford is going in a different direction from what General Motors did to the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and the GMC Yukon; instead of basing the interior design of the new Expedition on a pre-existing model that had a complete redesign, Ford Expedition 2015 will have no ties with the 2015 F-150′s interior (aside from the similar steering wheel design and the pushbutton start).

Just like its predecessor, this upcoming Expedition 2015 SUV will have three rows of seats. The interior will be modern and more advance. It will be offered with many cutting-edge elements. From the snap shots, we could see an interior with a redesigned passenger interface and a new infotainment system. The interior still looks so much like the current model but some notable changes were made on the center stack. The center stack features some old-fashioned knobs and buttons which were used in place of the touch-sensitive controls that came with other Ford products. A new HVAC control, along with new navigation and radio controls, and a larger touch-screen display with MyFord Touch are some of the other notable additions to the interior.

Just like the current Ford Expedition, the eight-passenger Expedition 2015 has storage space on top of its dash, with huge silver-finished panels lining the center stack. Buyers will also appreciate the updated steering wheel and a newer instrument cluster design. To cap it all, the vehicle will feature an engine stop-start system which suggested that the new car may offer hands-free keyless entry.

Under the Hood- Ford Expedition 2015 Engine

Two distinct power units are expected to come with the 2015 Expedition. We have heard rumors that a 3.5L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 power unit that can deliver around 365 horsepower will be offered as the standard power unit, we have also heard of a 3.7L V6 engine. There are also speculations that a new 5.0L Coyote V8 unit featuring flex fuel capability and variable camshaft timing will be offered as an upgrade (this power unit will be able to haul up to ten thousand pounds). A ten-speed automatic gearbox may be the only transmission offered.

With a light aluminum body and the enhanced EcoBoost engines, the Ford Expedition 2015 is expected to have better fuel efficiency ratings than the current model. The stop/start technology will also improve the city mileage by automatically shutting down parts of the engine whenever the driver applies the brake. The EPA of the current model is estimated at 14 city / 20 hwy mpg with rear-wheel drive and 13 mpg city/18 hwy with AWD.

Release Date and Price of 2015 Ford Expedition

Ford Company has not disclosed the release date and price of the 2015 Ford Expedition, but we expect the vehicle to get to the market before the end of 2014. With the introduction of some new features and EcoBoost engines, the vehicle will not be cheaper that the current models which is sold between $40,605 and $51,355.