Used 2005 Ford Excursion
Pros & Cons
- Substantial passenger and cargo capacity, impressive towing ability, diesel engine option.
- Unwieldy size, trucklike driving characteristics, poor fuel economy, high sticker price.
Edmunds' Expert Review
Unless you really need the Excursion's towing ability and huge interior, you're better off with the smaller Expedition or GM's Suburban/Yukon XL twins.
2005 Highlights
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Most helpful consumer reviews
My experience with the Excursion is that it is extremely reliable. The only negative thing that I have to say about it is the interior design, whereby the spare tire is inside. I'm sure it could have been placed outside like most other vehicles. That would enable us to utilize that "dead space" which is created by having a tire inside of the vehicle. As for fuel economy, I've never seen a rating, but we average anywhere between 18-21 mph on the highway, and 16-18 in the city! I think that is awesome for a vehicle of its size. Thanks for your time.
My 2004 is the second Excursion we have owned. We tow a 10,000 lb. trailer and it has no problem handling the trailer. We get 21 mpg on the interstate when not towing, and 11 mpg when towing. Factoring what we tow, 6 adults, and gear, we are getting fantastic mileage. Hope Ford continues to build this great truck.
I had wanted an Excursion since they first arived on the showroom floor. I finally got one nine years later, as a replacement for two vehicles. It now takes the place of my Lincoln Town Car and a 4wd 15 passenger van, which was a hard thing to do. I wanted all the luxury inside an suv just like my Lincoln Cartier, the room, rugedness,and 4wd go anywhere of my van. It has replaced them both with flying colors, and made me very happy. It is very comfortable and ride hieght is excelent. I use this vehicle for work, family and play.
Unlike the Towncars little or no road and wind noise. Most miles are annual trips between Florida and New Jersey. Loaded to the roof, it has more than adequate power. At 14,062 every aspect of it is dependable and holding up better than any other car I have owned.
Features & Specs
| XLS Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | N/A city / N/A hwy |
| Seats 9 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 310 hp @ 4250 rpm |
| Limited Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | N/A city / N/A hwy |
| Seats 8 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 310 hp @ 4250 rpm |
| XLS Rwd 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | N/A city / N/A hwy |
| Seats 9 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 255 hp @ 4500 rpm |
| XLT Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | N/A city / N/A hwy |
| Seats 8 | |
| 4-speed automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 310 hp @ 4250 rpm |
FAQ
Is the Ford Excursion a good car?
Is the Ford Excursion reliable?
Is the 2005 Ford Excursion a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2005 Ford Excursion?
The least-expensive 2005 Ford Excursion is the 2005 Ford Excursion XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $38,035.
Other versions include:
- XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $38,625
- Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $44,095
- XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $38,035
- XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $39,625
- Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $42,750
- XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $43,565
- Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $42,155
- XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $41,330
- Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $43,500
- XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $42,330
- XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $39,035
- XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) which starts at $42,330
- Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $50,230
- Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $49,030
- XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $41,330
- XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $47,265
- Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $45,295
- Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A) which starts at $46,640
- XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $44,565
- Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $51,570
- Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $47,690
- XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A) which starts at $46,570
What are the different models of Ford Excursion?
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Used 2005 Ford Excursion Overview
The Used 2005 Ford Excursion is offered in the following submodels: Excursion SUV, Excursion Diesel. Available styles include XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), XLS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A), Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A), XLT Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A), and XLS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A).
What do people think of the 2005 Ford Excursion?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2005 Ford Excursion and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2005 Excursion 4.8 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2005 Excursion.
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Should I lease or buy a 2005 Ford Excursion?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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