Expedition Limited vs Platinum

[twernst]

So how much better does the track ride w the CCD



And how much better was the ride with CCD on the Platinum vs the LTD it didn’t have the open. In the video he compares it to air suspension. Worth paying for if opting to the LTD?

The LTD I drove had the CCD, just less power. It was the actual seat that I couldn't get comfortable not he ride

 

[twernst]

Not me man... Im walking into that dealership, gonna tell them ‘aggiegrad05’ committed corporate espionage and forwarded the ‘Official Ford Expedition upgrade list’ against the wishes of the now exiled brochure producers. We will share this w the world!

WISH THERE WAS A LOVE IT BUTTON!!!!!!!

 

[twernst]

I went with the Limited w/302A over the Platinum for one reason, the Limited’s ebony interior carried the color up into the pillar trim and headliner and that was more important than the massage seats and all the other little aesthetically pleasing differences. I loved the massage seats in my previous vehicles and that is the one thing I wish it had that it doesn’t but I’d still buy the Limited again without reservation.

I never noticed that until you just said it and then I went straight to Ford's website and WHAM its right there. I like open air feeling do you still get that in your LTD?

 

[rcompart]

The interior is pretty expansive regardless and I didn’t notice a difference between my Limited and the Platinum. Plus, with the panoramic roof shade retracted, there isn’t much to be seen over head.

 

[bkanic]

bkanic - Going back to your first post here - CCD is not air suspension - it uses the magnetic shocks like GM does. I have it on my 16 and it gives you SPORT. NORMAL, and COMFORT settings. I use NORMAL 90% of the time. Sport tightens it up a bit but is best on smooth roads. Comfort gives you a bit more "cush" in the ride. A bit too floaty for me, especially at highway speeds over small rises and dips in the pavement. Good luck with your decision - I was about to pull the trigger on a new Denali but the towing capacity and better ride pushed me to the Ford. Not to mention about $12K less money!!

I think the sunroof is a game changer. I want that huge double panel. Denali is single pane, we will see but leanin towards ford

 

[bkanic]

I'm so glad I went with the Limited Max w/302A vs Platinum, sight-unseen.

I like less exterior chrome, I would have gone with the XLT FX4 if I could have added the 302A electronics. For the same reason I like the Limited grill better than the Platinum with its less shiny inner grill.

I have also never liked the wood grain trim look, going all the way back to when I was a kid and my dad bought a Ford Country Squire station wagon. After taking deliver, I really like the grayish grain trim panels. I also like the gray trim on the steering wheel vs the chrome.

Dennis

Now I have to double check the grill too! This thread is Hot!

 

[Artie]

I think the sunroof is a game changer. I want that huge double panel. Denali is single pane, we will see but leanin towards ford

Double panel sunroof is so awesome.

 

[deweysmith]

I'm not looking forward to the auto show next week specifically because it will make me hate my 2012.

 

[edizzle]

I'm so glad I went with the Limited Max w/302A vs Platinum, sight-unseen.

I like less exterior chrome, I would have gone with the XLT FX4 if I could have added the 302A electronics. For the same reason I like the Limited grill better than the Platinum with its less shiny inner grill.

I have also never liked the wood grain trim look, going all the way back to when I was a kid and my dad bought a Ford Country Squire station wagon. After taking deliver, I really like the grayish grain trim panels. I also like the gray trim on the steering wheel vs the chrome.

Dennis

The XLT and Platinum have the exact same amount of chrome on their front ends! Actually the XLT has more. It has 5 strips in the grille as the platinum only has four. The actual grille itself is much better looking on the platinum IMO. The “waffle” shape is much more refined.

 

[JExpedition07]

I'm not looking forward to the auto show next week specifically because it will make me hate my 2012.

I’ve seen em and still love my 07, if anything I appreciate it more, ours are the last of the big American, big motor, heavy steel truck like SUV kind that has been the embodiment of our auto spirit for decades.

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

I'm not looking forward to the auto show next week specifically because it will make me hate my 2012.

That's why the have them.

 

[edizzle]

I'm so glad I went with the Limited Max w/302A vs Platinum, sight-unseen.

I like less exterior chrome, I would have gone with the XLT FX4 if I could have added the 302A electronics. For the same reason I like the Limited grill better than the Platinum with its less shiny inner grill.

I have also never liked the wood grain trim look, going all the way back to when I was a kid and my dad bought a Ford Country Squire station wagon. After taking deliver, I really like the grayish grain trim panels. I also like the gray trim on the steering wheel vs the chrome.

Dennis

There is no chrome on the platinum steering wheel

 

[edizzle]

Saw this tonight at Asheville ford. Didn’t have a trim label on it and had no window sticker. It was very basic. Vinyl floor. Etc. It was the only one we saw there.

 

[deweysmith]

the big American, big motor, heavy steel truck like SUV kind that has been the embodiment of our auto spirit for decades.

And the bane of my wallet’s existence

 

[bkanic]

Something I just noticed on this LTD model. There are 4 x 4 options missing. The Platinum has 4H And 4L as well as 2H and 4A
I remember seeing it at the dealership and talking about that. Why are they different?

Here's something I put together when I was shopping...perhaps it is helpful. I think (I did this several months ago) this reflects what is available on that trim level, not what is standard. For instance on the Ltd, you have to select the Driver Assistance Package to get the adaptive cruise, lane keep, etc.

Although I do note that the CCD (and I think the 360 camera and Park Assist) are available on the Ltd and my little chart doesn't reflect that.

View attachment 23377

 

[bkanic]

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Something I just noticed on this LTD model. There are 4 x 4 options missing. The Platinum has 4H And 4L as well as 2H and 4A
I remember seeing it at the dealership and talking about that. Why are they different?

Well. Is this getting interesting. Just found a Limited with all 4 options

 

[bkanic]

Here is Limited w all four options?
Does his have something to do w the towing package?

 

[twernst]

View attachment 23407
Something I just noticed on this LTD model. There are 4 x 4 options missing. The Platinum has 4H And 4L as well as 2H and 4A
I remember seeing it at the dealership and talking about that. Why are they different?

The 4L comes with the max towing or FX4 packages only. Otherwise it is 2H and 4H modes only.

 

[dlcorbett]

If you get the hd towing pkg, you get the two speed transfer case and lsd as well. If you want the 4l/4h option, you gotta get the tow option or the fx4 option.

 

[bkanic]

Here is Limited w all four options?
Does his have something to do w the towing package?

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If you get the hd towing pkg, you get the two speed transfer case and lsd as well. If you want the 4l/4h option, you gotta get the tow option or the fx4 option.

Sorry the image w the brown trim was the platinum. The image w the grey was the Limted.
Platinum get all four options under what condition? Thx