subject: Ford's 2010 Expedition Expands Its Engine Options [print this page] Ford has equipped the latest edition of the popular Expedition XLT EL sport utility vehicle with a flex fuel engine for 2010. This 5.4 liter Triton V8 has the ability to burn unleaded regular gasoline or E85 fuel or any combination of the two. E85 fuel is 85% ethanol and 15% regular gasoline.
The 5.4L V8 has three valves per cylinder to give extra breathing capability and expanded horsepower. At 310 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque, the Expedition has towing capacity that many SUV drivers desire. Paired with the smooth shifting six-speed automatic, this vehicle promises ride and towing power.
Experts reviewing the 2010 Expedition were not overwhelmed by the acceleration provided by this engine. Heavily loaded inside or with a heavy load behind, the acceleration rated a 7 out of 10, but all of the reviewers still found it a useful towing vehicle overall.
Fuel economy is not a subject SUV drivers find a lot to brag about, but a 14 estimated city miles per gallon and 20 miles per gallon highway is better than most in the class. For example, the Escalade 6.2 L rates a 13 mpg in the city and Toyota's 5.7 L Sequoia rates an 18 mpg on the highway. Add to that the reduction in miles per gallon any E85 burner experiences and one can see that this vehicle is a work horse, not a gas saver.
Given the fact the SUV drivers often find themselves in the country, possibly away from sources of E85, flex fuel is a must. The V8 engine that can run on any blend of fuel is useful wherever the hunter, fisherman or camper roams. Enjoying its extended length bed, sport enthusiasts will find the Expedition XLT EL with its 5.4L V8 engine a useful, comfortable working vehicle.
