The current Ford Expedition is 209.8″ long, 79.9″ wide, on a 122.4″ wheelbase, weighing 5,624 lb. Since 1997 it has grown 3% in length and gained 16% in weight. At 17.5 feet it fits a standard garage and overhangs a street parking space.
Every Ford Expedition generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–2006 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 76.4″ | 119.3″ | 4,850 lb |
| 2007 | 214.2″ | 78.7″ | 77.6″ | 125.2″ | 5,981 lb |
| 2008–2017 | 206.7″ | 78.7″ | 77.2″ | 118.9″ | 5,805 lb |
| 2018–2026 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 76.4″ | 122.4″ | 5,624 lb |
From 1997 to today the Expedition gained 5.1″ of length (3%) and 774 lb of weight (16%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Expedition year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 30 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2025 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2024 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2023 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2022 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2021 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2020 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2019 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2018 | 209.8″ | 79.9″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2014 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2013 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2010 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2009 | 205.9″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 206.7″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 214.2″ | 78.7″ | 125.2″ | 2 | |
| 2006 | 203.9″ | 78.7″ | 117.7″ | 1 | |
| 2005 | 203.9″ | 78.7″ | 117.7″ | 1 | |
| 2004 | 203.9″ | 78.7″ | 117.7″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 203.9″ | 78.7″ | 117.7″ | 3 | |
| 2002 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 2 | |
| 2001 | 204.7″ | 78.3″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 2000 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 1999 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 119.3″ | 2 | |
| 1998 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 119.3″ | 2 | |
| 1997 | 204.7″ | 78.7″ | 119.3″ | 2 |
Will a Expedition fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep; a street parking space is about 18. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 17.5 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 17.5 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.7 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 376 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 79.9″ | 76″ | +3.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 122.4″ | 120.9″ | +1.5″ |
| Curb weight | 5,624 lb | 4,451 lb | 1,173 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. Lighter than typical for its size generally means better fuel economy and shorter stopping distances.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and a table of forty near-identical rows helps nobody. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a Ford Expedition?
209.8″ (17′ 6″) in its current generation, 79.9″ wide and 76.4″ tall.
How much does a Ford Expedition weigh?
5,624 lb at the kerb, which is 16% more than the first generation we hold from 1997.
Will a Expedition fit in a garage?
At 17.5 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet will be a squeeze.
Has the Expedition got bigger over the years?
Yes — 5.1″ longer and 774 lb heavier since 1997, across 4 generations. Weight grew 16%, far faster than length.