Used Ford Expedition for Sale nearSanta Cruz, CA

How much does the Ford Expedition cost in today's market?

Used Ford Expedition prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Expedition's current nationwide average price is $38,065, and its lowest point over the past year was $36,669. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Expedition a good car?

Yes — the Ford Expedition is a strong choice if you want a spacious, comfortable, and capable full-size SUV. The all-generations owner rating is 4.56/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Expedition for its roomy cabin, comfortable ride, and strong performance. Across the model years, shoppers also repeatedly highlight family-friendly practicality, towing ability, and useful technology.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2018 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in recent expert reviews are thirsty engines, tech that requires an additional subscription, and the size-related challenge of driving and parking such a large SUV.

33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Expedition models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Expedition’s spaciousness, comfort, and strong performance as core strengths. The model also earns repeated praise for family-friendly usefulness and long-distance comfort.

• Owners rate the Ford Expedition between 4.29 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most worth watching on older, higher-mileage examples, so a careful history check and inspection matter most on earlier model years.

What should I look for when buying a used Ford Expedition?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Ford’s Pro-Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro-Trailer Backup Assist
• Infotainment: 13.2-inch touchscreen display with built-in Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play store
• Fuel efficiency: EPA rating 2WD models at 16 mpg city, 24 highway, and 18 in combined driving. 4WD models are worse, at 15/22/18, and in our test–which included a long stretch of highway driving–we saw 13.8 mpg from a 4WD King Ranch model.

Which Ford Expedition trim should I buy?

The 2025 Ford Expedition offers these trims:

• Active: The entry trim comes standard with tri-zone automatic climate control, power-folding rear seats, and a 24-inch panoramic driver information display, making it the best-value starting point for shoppers who want a well-equipped Expedition.
• Platinum: This trim adds the high-output version of the twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, bringing 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque.
• Tremor: This off-road-focused trim adds the high-output engine, 4WD, 33-inch all-terrain tires, skid plates, an electronic locking rear axle, and increased ground clearance.
• King Ranch: This trim adds more upscale materials and Del Rio leather seating for shoppers who want the most luxurious feel in the lineup.

What Ford Expedition do most buyers choose?

The Ford Expedition years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and equipment mix. They also usually reflect the model years that shoppers are actively cross-shopping.

What is the Ford Expedition's resale value?

Most Expedition model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The steepest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older model years are changing more slowly. That mix suggests there are still opportunities to find value across the lineup, especially if you’re flexible on model year and equipment.

The 2016, 2015, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Expedition safe?

• 2025: 8/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2018: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Expedition now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −16.66% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −5.55%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 34.2% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 34.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $46,467. The Ford Expedition offers a spacious, comfortable cabin with strong family-hauling character.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Every 2025 Ford Expedition comes with a twin-turbocharged “EcoBoost” 3.5-liter V6 engine. The standard engine churns out 400 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque, but the new Tremor trim comes standard with a high-output version of this engine, boosting it to 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The 24-inch driver information display includes a Google Maps projection and a selectable widget, and the 13.2-inch touchscreen display features built-in Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play store.
• Safety: BlueCruise 1.4 is available, with the hardware equipped on the Active, Platinum, Tremor, and King Ranch trim levels.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.