It looks like Ford is bringing an old name back: the 2023 Ford Excursion. This SUV has been out of commission for quite a while. It was last produced in 2002, and we aren’t sure why it was discontinued. Its replacement was the Ford Expedition. The interesting thing about the Excursion is that it was completely based on the F-250 truck. Not too many SUVs are made like that. Mostly because the architecture and platform are incompatible with the requirements of both types of vehicles. No official statements have been made yet. But this would surely be a good move by the Big Blue Oval. It would also give them more stock in the SUV category of vehicles.
It was dubbed the largest SUV in the world, and that wasn’t an overestimation. So, it would be interesting to see if Ford is about to bring it back the same way it looked before. It could again be based on the F-250 line of trucks. Perhaps they will start with a brand-new platform. The latter would make more sense, as everyone is trying to electrify their vehicles. So, starting fresh is a good opportunity to implement a new platform and architecture that will accommodate those components. Let’s take a look at how the new Expedition will look.
Ford Excursion Interior Features
The interior of the 2023 Ford Excursion is going to be massive. There will almost certainly be the third row, so expect 8 people to fit inside. Cargo space is also huge; keep in mind that both back rows are foldable, so it can be increased. Technology will probably be borrowed from other SUVs in Ford’s lineup. We will probably get BLIS. This is short for a blind spot information system. This can help you when towing a trailer. It will give out warnings in the blind spot.
Exterior Design
The exterior of the 2023 Ford Excursion is massive. This gargantuan SUV is supposed to look like its predecessors. But, hopefully, with some improvements. Huge 20-inch wheel rims are available, with the opportunity to go even bigger. prominent bumpers to make it look more aggressive. Numerous exterior color choices are not yet known. We are also expecting some different trims. such as King Ranch or Texas Edition.
This will surely increase the price a bit as well. The front fascia is redesigned, with a big mesh with the Ford logo on it. Hook and winch capabilities are present. The ride height is increased for some ground clearance. You won’t get anything stuck under you, for sure. Running boards are there to make getting in and out much easier.
Engine Specs
The powertrain lineup for the 2023 Ford Excursion is still a mystery. This will obviously heavily depend on the source of inspiration and components for the upcoming SUV. There may be a resemblance to the F-250 once more. This shouldn’t come as a surprise, as it is a great pickup. Also, it would allow designers to build a monstrous SUV, which we are sure everyone would like. So, if that happens, we can expect the powertrain lineup to transfer as well. First up, we have a 6.8-liter V8 engine. This will take the place of the old and obsolete 6.2-liter Boss engine. It should be able to achieve 385 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.
This might look like overkill, but keep in mind the size of the SUV. Next up is the 7.3-liter V8, whose output should be 430 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. But it was also rumored that Ford was working on rebuilding this engine. This would probably result in more power and torque and perhaps even better fuel economy. We are happy to see that Big Blue Oval will use a diesel engine with the new Excursion. It is the 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel. This has a maximum output of 475 horsepower and 1050 pound-feet of torque. The extra torque will surely come in handy when you are using the SUV off the paved road. All of these engines are supposed to come with a 10-speed automatic transmission. We are not happy to see the lack of hybrid and electric variants of the SUV.
If you are following trends in that category, most of the SUVs that are coming out now are electric. This is understandable given that emission regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. The manufacturers have to abide by those since heavily polluting vehicles won’t have a place on the road. So, starting off with a blank slate would be a good time to implement a new platform to support the electric powertrain. Ford has already made an electric pickup. So, it shouldn’t be too much of a problem to use the same technology on the SUV. It would be good if the battery wasn’t smaller than 150 kWh. mainly because of the sheer size of the excursion. Also, it has to match the outputs of the traditional powertrains and give them a good range. No less than 300 is preferred, and fast charging is a must.
Fuel Economy
These numbers will also vary based on the powertrain. But the 2023 Ford Excursion should be able to get 13 mpg in combined driving if they use the F-250 engine lineup. The diesel engine is believed to be able to get 20 mpg in combined driving, which is a huge difference
2023 Ford Excursion Price and Release Date
The refreshed 2023 Ford Excursion will be priced at around $50,000. This is a lot more than your everyday SUV. But then again, it is the biggest SUV in the world. The release date is scheduled for early 2024.