Ford is one of the most popular and preferred brands in the American market. From the Mustang to its SUV line up which includes the Expedition and Explorer all the way to the famed F-150 pickup truck, the brand offers a diverse array of vehicles that can suit any preference and requirement. Ford does a great job of living up to the expectations from consumers with refreshed models topping the one before them across the board.
The 2022 Ford Expedition in Austin is a prime example. With a refreshed look for this model year that includes new styling, two new variants and a lot of tech, the vehicle appeals to its target market extensively. It stands in a strong position against its main rivals from Chevy and Jeep. Here, we take a detailed look at what’s new for the 2022 model and the upgrades that a buyer is looking at if they decide to buy this comfy SUV.
What’s New in the 2022 Ford Expedition for Austin
Two additional trims, which are at opposing ends of the scale, are available for the 2022 Expedition. The Stealth Performance Package brings a blackened appearance which feels sportier as it moves. This is where sizeable SUVs like this spend a majority of their time. The Expedition Timberline offers more rugged looks and much improved off-road capability.
The Ford Expedition Timberline ranks highly amongst a range of capable off-road vehicles the company has ever produced. Unsurprisingly, some visual indicators draw attention to this improved performance, but they are subtle. Here, every optical enhancement has been done with finesse. The grille is distinctive, and there are some snazzy orange elements up front, just as on the Explorer Timberline, which is smaller in size.
The 2022 Ford Expedition Timberline in Austin now has a broader track and is mounted on a set of tough all-terrain tires with 18-inch wheels that are black to improve the overall aesthetic. The interior features a cabin that is dark green and contrasted by orange stitching and trim pieces. The main improvements here though are less visible.
Elevated Performance
The 2022 Ford Expedition in Austin has a powerhouse under the hood that gets this truck moving and fast. Acceleration shouldn’t be a problem. It comes with a EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 with an engine capacity of 3.5-liters and a 10-speed automated transmission.
This engine produces 375 hp and 470 lb.-ft. of torque in normal tuning, which are both outstanding numbers. However, a variant with higher output that delivers 440 hp and 510 lb.-ft. of torque is available for the Timberline trim and models equipped with the Stealth Performance Package. That is more than either a Chevy Tahoe or Jeep Wagoneer offers.
With substantial towing equipment installed, the 2022 Expedition can pull more than 9,000 pounds. That is far more than the Chevrolet can manage, but relatively lower than the Jeep.
This modern SUV also comes with an air dam that is active to save a little gas at higher speeds. It is said to increase aerodynamics by 4% at highway speeds and comes into action at speeds higher than 40 miles an hour.
The Upgrades Continue on the Inside
Even while the 2022 Ford Expedition in Austin and its cabin isn’t fully new, there are still lots of noteworthy features inside. Standard features include a massive 12-inch screen with the Ford’s Sync 4 infotainment system. However, you have a choice to pick an even larger 15.5-inch portrait display running the Sync 4A multimedia system, just like in the Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV and the future F-150 Lightning pickup truck.
In either case, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported by both infotainment systems for wireless mirroring of your smartphone. In addition, a 12.4-inch instrument cluster that is digital, featuring visuals unique to the Expedition, is available.
The Blue Cruise hands-free driving from Ford comes as standard in the Platinum model thanks to a revamped electrical system, making long highway drives less taxing. For the time being, that is the only trim that this sophisticated option will be available on. Ford may provide Blue Cruise on additional cars in the upcoming years. This set-up permits seamless driving on thousands of miles of roads in North America, similar to GM’s innovative Super Cruise technology.
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While most people never had any complaints with the older Ford Expedition models, pressure from competitors was growing through their advanced features and swanky tech. The 2022 Ford Expedition in Austin had to step up its game and it did, in a big way! The latest iteration for the much-loved SUV is now a complete package of stylish aesthetics, sophisticated technology, comfort, safety and reliability from a brand that has become a household name across America.
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