2021 Ford Expedition XL

The 2021 Expedition is Ford's full-size three-row SUV, slotting above the Explorer and competing with the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon. The Expedition drives with the confident, truck-based feel you expect from a full-size SUV, and it tows well. Cabin space is generous across all three rows, and the cargo area is huge with the rear seats folded. Ford's Co-Pilot360 safety suite is standard, adding automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring. Some owners report sunroof leaks on earlier Expeditions, so it is worth checking that seal on a used example. The XL is the base Expedition, dropping the XLT's power-folding mirrors and keyless entry but keeping the same spacious cabin and strong towing capability. Its 3.5L V6 makes 310 horsepower and pairs with a ten-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, giving it confident acceleration and a 9,300-pound tow rating. The XL rides on steel wheels and has a simpler interior, so it is the practical choice if you want the Expedition's size and capability without the luxury extras.