Alloy wheels replace chrome steel wheels on XLS models, and the front fascia appearance has been slightly revised.
Edmunds says
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 Ford Excursion XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A)
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.
Heavy 8,045 pounds on Truck Scales
5 out of 5 stars
Captcapo, 09/27/2018
2005 Ford Excursion XLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
I bought this 2005 vehicle new in 2004. I have driven it back and forth from FL to MA and back again hauling a trailer or a boat. The power this engine puts out is fantastic. The mileage around home is about 17mpg and over the road about 19 mpg. Pulling the trailer or boat it dropped to 12 mpg. It is comfortable to drive. The only negative I would have is that the steering circumference … is not great due to the long wheel base. It holds the road very well. You are sitting up over the roofs of most cars so you never get the boxed in feeling if you are in traffic. Since you are higher than most traffic you can foresee events happening ahead of you and take evasive action if necessary. The vehicle was built off the Ford 250 truck frame. The shift into four wheel drive on the fly serves you well in slippery conditions. Since you have a lot of steel around you and are higher up than most vehicles, I believe you are safer than the small vehicles ("vegetable makers") that the auto industry is trying to shove down our throats. If Ford still made this vehicle I would buy another one for my wife in a heart beat.
THE BIG REPLACEMENT
4.75 out of 5 stars
Rick Salinas, 07/22/2009
2005 Ford Excursion Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A)
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.
One of the best and enjoyable rides A+
4.88 out of 5 stars
ExcursionDiesel, 10/25/2008
2005 Ford Excursion Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (6.8L 10cyl 4A)
I was on the market for a truck and by luck found this beast. I have not had a more enjoyable time driving since. Comfort and security are top notch. Road Feel is A+ I drive New York to Miami 2-4 times a year and drive daily, this is comfortable, great visibility, awesome sense of security GVW 9800lb "the beast" and most importantly in todays economy i was getting awesome mileage … (leaving with a full tank a put half a tank in North Carolina and refill in Miami, cruising at 80 -85 mpg) I don't know why Ford discontinued this truck and I will still try and buy another todays market that cant give them away fast enough, with mileage like my Ford Edge I would recommend buying one and enjoying
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