The 2026 Ford Expedition will continue to be Ford's flagship full-size SUV, with tough capability, advanced tech, and premium comfort. After the big refresh for the 2025 model year, the latest Expedition will refine and add to those updates. As Ford looks to maintain its position in the competitive full-size SUV market, the 2026 Expedition will likely get improvements in design, performance, interior tech, and safety to appeal to a wide range of customers, from families to outdoor enthusiasts.
Exterior Design and Features
The 2026 Ford Expedition carries over the bold design from the 2025 model, with modern styling cues and functional updates. The full-size SUV still has a muscular stance, with a wider grille, updated headlights and sculpted bodywork that's both looks good and functional.
• Front End and Lighting: One of the standout features is the dual-stacked headlights, a signature element that integrates seamlessly into the Expedition's grille. A full-width LED light bar adds a futuristic touch and improves visibility and road presence.
• Rear Enhancements: Ford introduces a split tailgate, a practical feature that offers more versatility for cargo and outdoor use. The lower tailgate section folds out to become a flat surface that can hold up to 500 pounds, perfect for tailgating, camping, or loading heavy gear.
• Wheel and Trim-Specific Details: The 2026 Expedition will likely offer 18-22 inch wheels and trim-specific details like all-terrain tires for the Tremor and chrome accents for the Platinum.* Infotainment and Digital Displays: The centerpiece of the interior is a 24-inch floating display, with a digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. This high-res screen has customizable layouts, real-time navigation updates, and wireless smartphone integration. There's also a separate touchscreen in the center stack for more functionality and ease of use.
• Seating and Cargo Flexibility: The Expedition still has a three-row seating configuration, with independent folding seats in both the second and third rows. This allows owners to customize the interior layout, whether it's to seat more passengers or more cargo.
• Luxury and Comfort Features: The higher trims of the 2026 Ford Expedition will have heated and ventilated leather seats, sunroofs, and ambient lighting for a more refined and comfortable driving environment.
Performance, Engines, and Towing
Ford will still use its proven EcoBoost twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine across the Expedition lineup, for power and efficiency. The SUV is one of the most capable full-size SUVs for towing and off-road capability.
• Engine Output: The base engine produces 400 horsepower, while higher-output variants will get 440 horsepower, in Tremor and Platinum trims.
• Towing and Payload: With 7,000 pounds towing capacity, the Expedition can handle a variety of trailers and boats. The Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, that increases to 9,600 pounds, making it one of the strongest SUVs in its class.
• Drivetrain and Off-Road: The 2026 Expedition will still have rear-wheel drive (RWD) as standard, with four-wheel drive (4WD) as an option. The Tremor model will have more ground clearance, underbody skid plates, and an upgraded suspension for better off-road capability.
Trim Levels and Prices
The 2026 Ford Expedition lineup will likely be the same as the 2025 model year, with a range of trims to fit different budgets and tastes:* Active: The base model, for buyers who want a full-size SUV without luxury extras.
• King Ranch: With premium leather seats, Western-themed styling, and wood-grain interior trim.
• Platinum: A luxury trim with advanced driver assistance features, Bang & Olufsen sound system, and exclusive design elements.
• Tremor: For off-road performance, with all-terrain tires, upgraded suspension and skid plates.
Pricing for the 2026 Expedition has not been announced, but the 2025 started at $63,695, so an incremental increase is expected. The King Ranch trim will likely be around $85,000, the Tremor model in the $83,000 range.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Ford is prioritizing driver safety and advanced assistance technology, with the 2026 Expedition featuring cutting-edge systems for safety and convenience:
• BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving: Available on higher trims, this allows semi-autonomous driving on highways, using cameras and sensors for lane positioning and automated braking and acceleration.
• Ford Co-Pilot360: Standard on all trims, this includes blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking.
• Advanced Connectivity: The optional Google Play connectivity package has embedded Google Maps, Wi-Fi, and seamless smartphone integration, so passengers stay connected on long trips.
Market Position and Competition
The 2026 Ford Expedition competes with the biggest names in full-size SUVs, including the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Toyota Sequoia. Each has its own unique features, but the Expedition's tech, performance and practicality makes it a top choice for buyers in this segment.
• The Chevrolet Tahoe has V8 engine options but lacks some of the Expedition's advanced driver assistance features.* The GMC Yukon has a Denali trim but trails the Expedition in towing capacity.
• The Toyota Sequoia, redesigned in recent years, has a hybrid powertrain but doesn't match the Expedition's cargo space and seating flexibility.
As Ford keeps honing the Expedition's design, tech and capability, it remains the most complete full-size SUV out there. With the 2026 model, Ford is going to build on the Expedition's reputation as a powerful, versatile and tech-savvy SUV for today's drivers.