Ford Expedition first generation

Ford Expedition first generation
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The Ford Expedition first generation (1997–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: UN93 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,197 mm
Width1,996 mm
Height1,887–1,991 mm
Wheelbase3,023–3,025 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

4,442 complaints for model years 1997–2002. 259 crashes · 587 fires · 280 injuries · 26 deaths

  • Engine 715
  • Electrical system 455
  • Speed control 434
  • Tyres 395
  • Suspension 162
  • Visibility and wipers 130

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Ford Expedition first generation

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United States 12 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998–2002CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA394–425 g/km
1998–2002CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14–16 MPG (14.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA345–394 g/km
2000–20020.00054, CLKUP · CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1998–2002CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA394–425 g/km
20000.00046, CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
20004.6E-R, CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
20005.4E-R, CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1998–1999CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive12–13 MPG (18.1–19.6 L/100 km) EPA425–460 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP5.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1997–2002Sport utility vehicle4.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.6–18.6 L/100 km 5-cycle359–428 g/km
1997–2002Sport utility vehicle5.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic16.6–19.3 L/100 km 5-cycle382–444 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.