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2007-2017 Ford Expedition MPG & Fuel Cost
11 model years · 13–18 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2017 Ford Expedition at a glance
The 2007-2017 Ford Expedition covers 11 model years in the EPA database (26 configurations in all), rated 13–18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $3,720 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD (18 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. The best combined rating in the generation, 18 MPG, was reached in 2015, 2016 and 2017.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2017 Ford Expedition by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,720–$3,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,620–$3,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,620–$3,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,090–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,090–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 13–16 MPG | $4,080–$5,060 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 16 MPG | $4,080 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 14 MPG | $4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 15 MPG | $4,360 | First year |
What the 2017 Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$310
$3,720 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.20
Per 100 miles
$24.80
Five years
$18,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$50less a year
Class median $3,770 a year, MY2017
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Ford Expedition MPG
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,620 to $3,720, $100 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 21 | 18 | $3,720 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,940 |
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,940 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $3,990 |
2016 Ford Expedition MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,620–$3,990/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,620.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,620 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,870 |
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,940 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $3,990 |
2015 Ford Expedition MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,620–$3,990/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 18 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $4,090 to $3,620, $470 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,620 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
| Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,940 |
| EL 3.5L 6-cyl turbo 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $3,990 |
2014 Ford Expedition MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,090–$4,460/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,080 to $4,090, $10 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,090 |
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,460 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2013 Ford Expedition MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,460/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,090 to $4,080, $10 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,460 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2012 Ford Expedition MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,090–$4,460/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,080 to $4,090, $10 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,090 |
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,460 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2011 Ford Expedition MPG
13–16 MPG · $4,080–$5,060/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,470 |
| Limo. FFV | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,060 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2010 Ford Expedition MPG
14–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,670/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| FFV 5.4L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2009 Ford Expedition MPG
16 MPG · $4,080/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 14 to 16 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $4,670 to $4,080, $590 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2008 Ford Expedition MPG
14 MPG · $4,670/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 15 to 14 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,360 to $4,670, $310 more.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,670 |
2007 Ford Expedition MPG
15 MPG · $4,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition (Most efficient) | 5.4L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD: $5,070 in California and $3,250 in Texas, a $1,820 difference.
- California $5,070
- Washington $4,690
- New York $3,730
- Florida $3,520
- Texas $3,250
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2017 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2002 (1st gen)
- 2003-2006 (2nd gen)
- 2007-2017 (3rd gen)
- 2018-2024 (4th gen)
- 2025-2027* (5th gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2017 Ford Expedition get?
EPA rates the 2007-2017 Ford Expedition at 13–18 MPG combined across 26 configurations and 11 model years. The most efficient version, the 2017 Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 21 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2017 Ford Expedition?
The Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 18 MPG, in 2015, 2016 and 2017. The lowest top rating, 14 MPG, was in 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2017 Ford Expedition?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
How does the 2007-2017 Ford Expedition compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2003-2006 Ford Expedition) is rated 13–15 MPG combined and costs $4,360–$5,030 a year to fuel; the 2007-2017 model is rated 13–18 MPG and costs $3,620–$5,060 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Ford Expedition per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,720 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,720–$3,990 a year. That is a $270 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Ford Expedition 100 miles?
About $24.80 per 100 miles for the Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $24.80 and $26.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2017 Ford Expedition more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD is rated 15 city and 21 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2017 Ford Expedition compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Expedition 3.5L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,720 a year to fuel, $50 less than the class median of $3,770, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 143 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2017 Ford Expedition different from the 2016 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,620 to $3,720, $100 more. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2017 against 4 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Ford Expedition for that year.