A good full-size SUV that checks all the buttons is not necessarily hard to come by, but there are so many makes and models on the market it can be tough to know which one will serve you best. Let’s take a look at two powerful rivals — the 2024 Ford Expedition and the 2024 Toyota Sequoia and see what they offer, so you can make an informed buying decision.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The 2024 Ford Expedition offers more trim options and price levels than does
- The Expedition is 210 inches from end to end and the Max lines are a foot longer!
- The Expedition and Sequoia have similarly impressive infotainment systems, but there are more upgrades and options offered in Expedition trims.
What’s New for the 2024 Ford Expedition Model?
There aren’t many changes to the Expedition this year, as its design was last revamped in 2022. But there have been some revisions made to its bumpers and it has more USB and USB-C ports. Buyers now have one additional color — Wild Green — to consider. The XLT, Limited, King Ranch, and Platinum trims with all-wheel drive (AWD) now also feature front tow hooks.
There’s also a bold new addition to the line in the Timberline trim package, which comes with higher ground clearance, protective skid plates and all-terrain tires.
Did we mention the Expedition is big? It’s a whopping 210 inches from bumper to bumper, with the Max trim adds an additional foot.
TrIm Options and Price
The Expedition wins big in trim packages and price points — it has ten levels at lower starting MSRPs.
- XL STX: $55,525
- XLT: $59,590
- XLT MAX: $62,590
- Limited: $68,410
- Limited MAX: $71,410
- Timberline: $71,700
- King Ranch: $78,465
- King Ranch MAX: $81,465
- Platinum: $80,695
- Platinum MAX: $83,695
The Sequoia has five trims at slightly higher prices.
- SRS: $61,275
- Limited: $67 675
- Platinum: $73,865
- TRD Pro: $79,110
- Capstone: $78,265
Engine Comparisons in Ford Expedition and Toyota Sequoia
The Expedition’s base model has a powerful 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine that cranks out 380-horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. A boosted output of 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque is available to limited models. The Timberline and Limited with the Stealth Performance package delivers even bigger numbers — 440 ponies and 510 pound-feet of torque.
By comparison, there’s only one option for the 2024 Sequoia — a 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine, that when paired with an electric motor and 10-speed automatic transmission, delivers
437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. While these are indeed impressive numbers, it's nice to have all the options that the Expedition offers.
The Expedition Brings Sizable Creature Comforts
While both models are roomy, the Expedition is a few inches longer and taller than the Sequoia. A few inches may not seem like much but when your family is packed in an SUV for hours on the road, that few inches will come to mean more than you realize. More headroom and more leg room are always welcome and often denote how comfortable an SUV can be. Max trims of the Expedition dwarf the Sequoia even more.
And when talking about comfort, you need to look no further than Expedition’s seats, which feature multiple lumbar support zones — should you need a massage, you even get one in the SUV higher trims. Comfort is not only reserved for the front seats — second and third row passengers are also able to ride quite comfortably and can exit and enter the vehicle easily.
The Latest in Tech and Infotainment
The Expedition offers the latest in tech and infotainment It comes with the following features:
- 12.0-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six speakers
- 12.4-inch gauge cluster display
The XLT trim includes a wireless charging pad and still higher trims offer a 15.5-inch central screen and 22-speaker Bang and Olufsen system. The Timberline trim has a lighting system that illuminates its exterior. While many of these features are present in the Sequoia, it is, once again, the many options and upgrades in trim levels that remain appealing.
Final Points
While both the Expedition and the Sequoia are powerful, well-made SUVs, it’s the sheer number of options that the Expedition offers that should seal the deal, whatever your needs may be. If you can’t decide on the trim package that’s right for you, stop by today to experience all the Lunghamer Ford has to offer in the fine vehicle!