2008 Ford Expedition XLT

The Expedition is Ford's full-size SUV, built for families who need room for seven and serious towing capability. It drives like a big truck, with a commanding view of the road and a ride that soaks up bumps without much fuss. Inside, the cabin is genuinely spacious, with a third row that adults can use and plenty of cargo space behind it. Owners love the roomy interior, the handy DVD player for kids, and the way it swallows people and gear for road trips. The XLT is the no-frills choice in the Expedition lineup, giving you the same 5.4L V8 and seating for up to eight as the Eddie Bauer and Limited, but with cloth seats and fewer convenience features. Its 5.4L V8 makes 300 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that gives you traction in snow or mud without much drama. The XLT can be had without the DVD entertainment system and power liftgate that come on higher trims, so you save money upfront and keep things simple.