cobalt_boater
Active Member
Hello everyone. I am new to the forum and this is my first thread. I am currently shopping for a full-size SUV for my growing family, and we have narrowed it down to a 2018 Expedition or a 2017 Navigator. We will have 3 kids in car seats and we also have a 25' Cobalt boat with a dry weight of 4,500 lbs. (not including fluids or trailer). The vehicle will be my wife's family hauler with occasional towing use, including some longer trips. Below are my requirements and nice-to-haves.
Requirements
Leather seats (or Active-X)
2nd Row Captain's Chairs
HD Tow Package
Sunroof
Nice-to-Have
"Max" or "L" model for extra cargo room
Rear seat entertainment
I am just looking for your feedback when comparing these two models. Finding an 18+ Expedition with the Captains Chairs and Tow Package has not been easy, especially if I want a Max. And to get the Expedition I want I am looking at $48-50k.
My wife and I are not crazy about the last gen Expedition (feel it looks outdated), but we actually both like the last gen Navigator. I know that it is essentially the same vehicle as the Expy, but the different front and rear ends combined with the upgraded features have us considering it as well. I believe all Navi's have the HD Tow Package, and the L's come with a 4.10 rear standard. Plus I have been able to find quite a few for sale with Captains Chairs and no center counsel. And depending on miles I am looking at $35-45k.
I really want to stay under $50k. Getting a 17 Navigator L that checks all of my boxes for around $40k is enticing. But we really like the 18+ Expedition as well. What do you think??
Requirements
Leather seats (or Active-X)
2nd Row Captain's Chairs
HD Tow Package
Sunroof
Nice-to-Have
"Max" or "L" model for extra cargo room
Rear seat entertainment
I am just looking for your feedback when comparing these two models. Finding an 18+ Expedition with the Captains Chairs and Tow Package has not been easy, especially if I want a Max. And to get the Expedition I want I am looking at $48-50k.
My wife and I are not crazy about the last gen Expedition (feel it looks outdated), but we actually both like the last gen Navigator. I know that it is essentially the same vehicle as the Expy, but the different front and rear ends combined with the upgraded features have us considering it as well. I believe all Navi's have the HD Tow Package, and the L's come with a 4.10 rear standard. Plus I have been able to find quite a few for sale with Captains Chairs and no center counsel. And depending on miles I am looking at $35-45k.
I really want to stay under $50k. Getting a 17 Navigator L that checks all of my boxes for around $40k is enticing. But we really like the 18+ Expedition as well. What do you think??
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