And here's why:

Interior Versatility
Inside the totally new 2003 Expedition, you'll find an enhanced seating design featuring an optional exclusive PowerFold™ third-row seat, which is split 60/40. The class standard 40/20/40 second row bench seat features a class-exclusive CenterSlide™ section, which can be moved forward by nearly 11 inches for easy access from the front passenger seat. Each of the three sections folds flat to the floor for optimum convenience. Expedition's cargo space has always been best described as "cavernous"—and the 2003 Expedition offers more than 110 cubic feet of storage space without removing any seats—that's best-in-class among full-size SUVs. Now you can bring everyone along for the ride—Expedition provides the most second- and third-row leg and hip room in its class and seats up to nine passengers.

Driving Control
The totally new 2003 Expedition delivers on its promise of driving control with the addition of a double-wishbone fully Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) that delivers superb handling and a smooth on-road ride. The only full-size SUV with IRS, Expedition features a double-wishbone, coil-on-shock design with upper control arms and a stabilizer bar. The result? Expect a great ride as the system tracks uneven pavement or terrain for ride comfort and control. Need extra towing muscle? An award-winning 5.4L V8 engine gives Expedition a class-leading 8,900 pounds of towing capacity (when properly equipped). It also packs the most available torque. The 2003 Expedition has a versatile, refined four-wheel-drive system. Control Trac's® "surface detection" predictive technology anticipates and manages wheel slippage in low-traction conditions by monitoring the driver's intent. Expedition also offers the available AdvanceTrac™ electronic stability enhancement system (with a locked transfer case) that provides the right mix of engine and braking management to manage under-steer or over-steer.

Safety Leadership
Expedition is the full-size SUV safety leader. It's been designed to offer enhanced occupant protection. The foundation: Ford's Personal Safety System™. A concert of features offer occupant protection in a variety of situations. These include driver and passenger airbags*, crash severity sensor, driver seat track position sensor, safety buckle pretensioners and load-limiting retractors. Expedition is the only full-size SUV with the integrated Safety Canopy™ System. This available system uses advanced sensors to deploy a side curtain airbag in certain side-impact collisions or rollover events. The airbag stays inflated for a longer duration, providing enhanced head and shoulder protection and helping to keep occupants in the vehicle. In addition, Expedition features standard four-wheel antilock brakes, brake assist and electronic brake distribution.

Plus, 2003 Expedition boasts some striking enhancements to its exterior design, ensuring definite 21st century appeal while still maintaining that classic Expedition leadership stance. You'll find exciting new details, like redesigned bumper fascias and exterior mirrors that are the largest in their class.
*Always wear your safety belt and secure children in the rear seat.

2003 Expedition also offers these Class Exclusive features:
Fold flat-to-load-floor 2nd- and 3rd-row seats
Optional PowerFold™ Flat 3rd-row seat
2nd-row CenterSlide™ seat
Reverse sensing system that uses both radar and sonar
Optional heated/cooled driver and front passenger seats
Optional navigation system
Double wishbone, fully independent rear suspension
Dual integrated 4- and 7-pin trailer tow connectors
Available AdvanceTrac™ electronic stability enhancement system (with a locked transfer case)
Available integrated Safety Canopy™ System with rollover sensing
Ford Personal Safety System™
Driver's door-mounted keyless entry keypad
Power adjustable brake/accelerator pedals
Available tire pressure monitoring system
Best-in-Class (Full-Size SUV):
Full-size SUV safety leader
Cleanest emissions**
Largest towing capacity (8,900 lbs. when properly equipped)
Largest cargo volume as measured without removing seats (110 cubic feet)
Most 1st-, 2nd- and 3rd-row hip room
Most 2nd- and 3rd-row leg room
Most rear cargo width at wheelhouse
Most available torque in its class
Largest available rear axle
Largest front center console
Widest front and rear track width
Largest exterior mirrors
2003 Expedition will be available in late spring of 2002.
**Based on ozone-forming potential per "California Cleanest Vehicle" methodology. Competitive comparisons based on publicly available information and Ford certification data at time of printing.

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