2017 Ford Expedition Platinum

The Expedition is Ford's full-size, three-row SUV, the one you cross-shop with a Tahoe or Sequoia when you need real space for people and gear. It drives big and steady, with a soft ride that soaks up highway miles and a steering feel that's easy to live with in town. Inside, the cabin is roomy and family-minded, with comfortable seats and a third row that fits adults, though the cargo area shrinks quickly when that row is up. Owners generally find the Expedition dependable, but a few have dealt with sunroof leaks and the occasional battery replacement. Stepping up to the Platinum adds leather upholstery, a premium audio system, and power-folding third-row seats that the Limited doesn't have. The 3.5L V6 makes 365 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that gives you confident traction in snow or mud. The Platinum's standard adaptive cruise control and collision warning make long highway trips noticeably less tiring.