The 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum is a surprisingly rugged SUV with a luxurious feel. With a strong frame and more than enough power, this full-size SUV allows for plenty of enjoyable time on the trail, but it also equally enhances your everyday driving experience with premium comfort, quality materials and an incredible range of high-tech features. Let’s break it down!
Key Takeaways:
- It may not be a luxury nameplate in its own right, but the Expedition Platinum Expedition is every bit as elegant as its more expensive competitors.
- The Expedition is a massive SUV—210 inches from end to end.
- Only a few changes have been made in 2024 from the previous year.
- The Platinum’s starting MSRP is $80,695.
What is New to the 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum?
The Expedition was last significantly revamped in 2022, and this year saw a few minor changes. Trims have more charging ports than they did and the Expedition’s front bumpers have seen a small redesign. One color—Wild Green—has been added to its palette.
Front tow hooks are now featured in the Platinum trim with all-wheel drive (AWD).
What Luxury Features Are Seen From the 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum?
The Platinum definitely has a luxury feel, and this model treats you to the high life with a standard panoramic moonroof, soft leather seating, and a premium sound system! But it’s not all comfort—the Platinum is built for work and is ready to help you as your daily driver. Let’s break this trim’s features down inside and out.
Standard features on its exterior include:
- Chrome roof-rack side rails
- LED fog lamps and signature lighting
- LED power liftgate with manual liftglass
- Panoramic vista roof
- Power-deployable running boards
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Zone lighting
Inside, the Expedition Platinum proves comfort is the name of the game.
- Ambient interior lighting
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Driver’s seat memory settings and power-adjustable pedals
- Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats with Active Motion massage
- Leather seats and leather-wrapped, heated and power-adjustable steering wheel
- Power-reclining third-row seats
- Remote start system
- Second-row captain’s chairs
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
Ford doesn’t skimp on safety and the Expedition Platinum is no exception, with its impressive list of standard driving aids:
- Active Park Assist 2.0 System with Parallel Parking, Park Out Assist, and Reverse Perpendicular Parking
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert
- BlueCruise 1.0
- Lane-Keeping System (including Lane-Keeping Alert, Lane-Keeping Aid, and Driver Alert)
- Pre-Collision Assist with Emergency Braking (including Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, and Dynamic Brake Support)
The Platinum is nearly fully loaded, but should you want options, they are available and include:
- 360-degree camera with Split View
- BLIS with Trailer Coverage (requires Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package)
- Dual-headrest rear seat entertainment system with Amazon FireTV
- Roof-rail crossbars
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
What Engine Is Under the Hood of the 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum?
Compared to lesser trims, the Platinum is a road-worthy juggernaut with a Turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine generating 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque.
This full-size SUV is also the answer to family fun, as it can tow the family boat or camper to all your favorite outdoor spots with ease! A properly equipped Expedition can tow up to 9,300 pounds with rear-wheel drive; the four-wheel drive version reduces capacity every so slightly, to 9,200 pounds.
What Size Infotainment Center Is Offered in the 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum?
The Expedition Platinum features all the latest in tech starting with its 15.5-inch infotainment touchscreen system, featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 12.4-inch gauge cluster display and wireless charging pad. Should you need a driving soundtrack to get you to your destination, there’s a 22-speaker Bang and Olufsen system for real surround sound to accompany you as you go!
Is the 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum Worth the Money?
The 2024 Ford Expedition Platinum is a powerful, well-made truck that is the right mix of luxury and practicality. If you’re still not sure that this is the SUV for you, swing by our showroom to see its many bells and whistles for yourself! You’ll be glad you did!