Ford has introduced the latest generation of its flagship full-size SUV, the 2025 Ford Expedition, reaffirming its longstanding role in the Middle East’s competitive utility vehicle market. Designed to balance familiar durability with updated performance and technology, the new Expedition arrives with noticeable upgrades aimed at both urban families and long-distance adventurers.
The Expedition has had a lasting presence in the region, valued for its reliability and capacity to handle demanding conditions, from daily urban driving to desert off-roading. The 2025 model builds on this reputation with updated design, improved fuel efficiency, and a broadened range of trim levels that address the evolving preferences of Middle Eastern drivers.
Powering the new Expedition is a 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost engine, delivering 400 horsepower and 651 Nm of torque as standard. For those seeking additional performance, the High Output version pushes output to 440 horsepower and 691 Nm—among the highest in its segment. A 10-speed automatic transmission has been retained and refined, aiming to optimize both responsiveness and fuel economy, particularly important for long-distance driving in challenging climates.
The latest model has been extensively tested in regional conditions, including high-temperature environments typical of the Middle Eastern summer. The result is a vehicle that continues to prioritize durability, while incorporating the expected suite of modern upgrades. These include advanced driver-assistance systems, new infotainment capabilities, and incremental improvements to ride quality and fuel management.
Stylistically, the 2025 Expedition maintains a bold, truck-like profile, but with more refinement throughout the cabin and chassis. It supports eight passengers and now comes in multiple configurations, including the more premium Platinum trim, the urban-focused Stealth edition, and the off-road-oriented Tremor. This variety underscores Ford’s intent to cater to a wide range of use cases, from family travel to specialized terrain driving.
Notably, Ford continues to emphasize its position in the large SUV category, which remains a stronghold for the brand in markets like the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The arrival of the fifth-generation Expedition is also part of Ford’s broader effort to reassert itself in the traditional utility vehicle segment by providing a balance of comfort, power, and long-term reliability.
According to Ford Middle East and North Africa President Ravi Ravichandran, the new model reflects direct feedback from regional customers and is meant to deliver practical updates rather than just cosmetic or tech-forward changes. “We’ve built a vehicle that honors Expedition’s legacy, but also meets today’s expectations for performance, safety, and comfort,” he said.
With nearly three decades of nameplate history, the Expedition remains one of Ford’s most important global vehicles. The 2025 update continues this trajectory by making incremental but meaningful enhancements that prioritize function over flash. While the segment becomes more competitive with each model year, the Expedition’s focus on durability, flexibility, and regional relevance helps it retain its place as a practical choice for large families and frequent travelers.
Whether configured for city streets or rugged terrain, the 2025 Ford Expedition delivers what many buyers in the Middle East have come to expect from the brand: a large SUV that prioritizes reliability, power, and usability over gimmicks. It’s a continuation of Ford’s slow-and-steady evolution, shaped not just by global trends but by the particular needs of one of its most loyal markets.
