2023 Ford Expedition MAX Platinum

The 2023 Expedition MAX is Ford's longest three-row SUV, stretching the standard Expedition to prioritize passenger and cargo space. It squares off against the Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL, and Jeep Wagoneer L in the full-size SUV segment. The turbo V6 pulls strongly and the ten-speed automatic shifts smoothly, making this big SUV feel more agile than its size suggests. The ride is composed on the highway, though the MAX's longer wheelbase and firm suspension can transmit sharp bumps into the cabin. The MAX adds roughly a foot of length over the standard Expedition, with generous third-row legroom and a cavernous cargo area behind it. Stepping up to the Platinum brings the full luxury treatment over the King Ranch, with upgraded leather, a 22-speaker B&O sound system, and a panoramic sunroof. The 3.5L V6 makes 400 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque, routed through a ten-speed automatic to the rear wheels, and returns 19 mpg combined. The Platinum's standard adaptive dampers smooth out highway miles, though the MAX's long wheelbase still transmits sharp impacts into the cabin.