Ford Expedition trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The redesigned 2025 Expedition comes in XL, Active, Platinum, Tremor and King Ranch, with long-wheelbase MAX versions of Active, Platinum and King Ranch. Every trim uses the 3.5L EcoBoost V6; Tremor gets the 440-hp high-output version, which is optional on Platinum. Active to Platinum is the luxury step that matters most.

Current Expedition trim levels: 5th generation (2025–present)

Redesigned for 2025 with a new trim ladder; Expedition MAX is the long-wheelbase body, offered in Active, Platinum and King Ranch.[1][2]

Ford Expedition 5th generation (2025–present) trims in ladder order with 2025 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2025, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
XL—$57,400 (4x4) per Cars.com; 4x2 price not listed
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 400 hp (std)
  • Entry trim, listed in 4x4 form
[1]
Active$62,4002025 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 400 hp (std)
  • Main retail entry trim
  • Also offered as Expedition MAX
[1][2]
Platinum—$74,850 (4x4) per Cars.com; 4x2 price not listed
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 400 hp (std)
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 High-Output, 440 hp
  • Luxury trim with available high-output V6
  • Also offered as Expedition MAX
[1][2]
Tremor—$81,350 (4x4) per Cars.com
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 High-Output, 440 hp (std)
  • Off-road trim with standard high-output V6
  • 4x4 only
[1][2]
King Ranch—$84,000 (4x4) per Cars.com
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Western-themed luxury trim
  • Also offered as Expedition MAX
[1][2]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Ford or press pricing source.

Previous Expedition trim levels: 4th generation (2018–2024)

Aluminum-body Expedition with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 across the lineup; King Ranch and the off-road Timberline joined the original XL, XLT, Limited and Platinum ladder later in the run.[3][4]

Ford Expedition 4th generation (2018–2024) trims in ladder order with 2022 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2022, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
XL$52,4052022 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Entry trim
[3][4]
XLT$57,4402022 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Volume retail trim
[3][4]
Limited$67,0552022 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Upscale trim above XLT
[3][4]
Timberline$70,4502022 MY 4x4 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Off-road trim, 4x4 only
[3]
King Ranch$77,1102022 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (std)
  • Western-themed luxury trim
[3]
Platinum$79,5602022 MY 4x2 starting MSRP as listed by Cars.com; destination basis not stated
  • 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 400 hp (std)
  • Top trim with a 400-hp tune of the V6
[3][4]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Ford or press pricing source.

2027 Expedition towing capacity by configuration

Ford’s published maximums from its current Expedition model page (2027 model year); ratings vary by configuration and equipment.

2027 Ford Expedition maximum towing (lb) by configuration, Ford-published
ConfigurationMax towing (lb)Notes
Select 4x4 models, Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package9,600[2]
Expedition 4x26,000[2]
Expedition MAX Active 4x26,300[2]

Ratings depend on engine, cab, bed, axle ratio, drivetrain and packages; the exact figure for one truck is in Ford’s official RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Use the towing capacity by VIN tool to match a specific truck.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the 2025 Ford Expedition trim levels?

The 2025 Expedition is offered in XL, Active, Platinum, Tremor and King Ranch. The long-wheelbase Expedition MAX comes in Active, Platinum and King Ranch.

What is the difference between the Expedition and Expedition MAX?

MAX is the longer-wheelbase body. On the current generation Ford offers it in Active, Platinum and King Ranch, but not Tremor.

Which Expedition has the 440-hp engine?

On the current Expedition the 440-hp high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is standard on Tremor and available on Platinum. The other trims use the 400-hp version.

How much can a Ford Expedition tow?

Ford says select 4x4 Expedition models tow up to 9,600 lbs with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package. Ford lists up to 6,000 lbs for 4x2 Expeditions when properly equipped.

What replaced the Expedition XLT and Limited?

With the 2025 redesign, Active became the main retail entry trim and XLT, Limited and Timberline left the lineup, with Tremor taking over the off-road role.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Ford for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its window sticker or build sheet.

  1. 2025 Ford Expedition trims — Cars.com
  2. Ford Expedition and Expedition MAX models — Ford Motor Company
  3. 2022 Ford Expedition trims — Cars.com
  4. 2018 Ford Expedition trims — Cars.com

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