I'm trying to figure out exactly which option packages I want to add to a new Expedition and I have a couple questions on the FX4 package vs. Heavy Duty Towing.
99% road driving, 50/50 city/highway.
Obviously, towing is a requirement. I am more than capable of putting a boat in the water on the first try, but my wife - not so much.
When I compare the features of each package, it seems like the key features (diff/4wd/radiator) are included in both packages. The tow package adds the backup assist (which *may* be good for the wife), and the integrated brake controller, but I'm not sure those two features are worth the extra $1200.
I like everything about the FX4 package except the wheels - I prefer the look of the 20" wheels and for most of my driving (basically zero "real off road") 20" would probably be better for fuel economy and handling. Does anyone know what the "premium off road shocks" bring to the table?
In a perfect world, I would get the towing package with skid plates, 20" wheels, and the chrome running boards.
Wanting the skid plates appears to lock you in to the XLT as well - I don't see a way to add skid plates to the Limited. The closest thing is maybe the Special Edition package, but no skid plates there.
XLT Package Comparison:
Towing Package:
• 3.73 electronic limited-slip differential
• Two-speed automatic 4WD (4x4 only) with neutral towing capability
• Heavy-duty radiator
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• Integrated trailer brake controller
FX4 package:
• 3.73 electronic limited-slip differential
• Two-speed automatic 4WD (4x4 only) with neutral towing capability
• Heavy-duty radiator
• Premium off-road front and rear shocks
• Fuel tank underbody protection
• Skid plates
• 275/65R18 all-terrain (A/T) OWL (outline-white-letter) tires
• 18-inch magnetic metallic-painted cast-aluminum wheels
• Chrome-plated platform running boards
• Front- and second-row floor liners
• FX4 badge
Thoughts?
99% road driving, 50/50 city/highway.
Obviously, towing is a requirement. I am more than capable of putting a boat in the water on the first try, but my wife - not so much.
When I compare the features of each package, it seems like the key features (diff/4wd/radiator) are included in both packages. The tow package adds the backup assist (which *may* be good for the wife), and the integrated brake controller, but I'm not sure those two features are worth the extra $1200.
I like everything about the FX4 package except the wheels - I prefer the look of the 20" wheels and for most of my driving (basically zero "real off road") 20" would probably be better for fuel economy and handling. Does anyone know what the "premium off road shocks" bring to the table?
In a perfect world, I would get the towing package with skid plates, 20" wheels, and the chrome running boards.
Wanting the skid plates appears to lock you in to the XLT as well - I don't see a way to add skid plates to the Limited. The closest thing is maybe the Special Edition package, but no skid plates there.
XLT Package Comparison:
Towing Package:
• 3.73 electronic limited-slip differential
• Two-speed automatic 4WD (4x4 only) with neutral towing capability
• Heavy-duty radiator
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• Integrated trailer brake controller
FX4 package:
• 3.73 electronic limited-slip differential
• Two-speed automatic 4WD (4x4 only) with neutral towing capability
• Heavy-duty radiator
• Premium off-road front and rear shocks
• Fuel tank underbody protection
• Skid plates
• 275/65R18 all-terrain (A/T) OWL (outline-white-letter) tires
• 18-inch magnetic metallic-painted cast-aluminum wheels
• Chrome-plated platform running boards
• Front- and second-row floor liners
• FX4 badge
Thoughts?