Ford Expedition MAX MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Ford Expedition MAX model year from 1984 to 2021 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Expedition MAX has been offered with 3.5L 6-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1988 (up to 28 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Ford Expedition MAX fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 18–19 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $34,999 | 72 listings |
| 2020 | 18–19 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $29,242 | 62 listings |
| 2019 | 18–19 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $25,995 | 65 listings |
| 2018 | 18–19 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $21,499 | 48 listings |
| 1988 | 24–28 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 25–28 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 22–26 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 24–26 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 23–25 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
2021 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 2021 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $34,999 on VehiSales (72 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition MAX 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Expedition MAX 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2020 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 2020 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $29,242 on VehiSales (62 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition MAX 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Expedition MAX 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2019 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 2019 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $25,995 on VehiSales (65 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition MAX 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Expedition MAX 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2018 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 2018 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $21,499 on VehiSales (48 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition MAX 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Expedition MAX 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
1988 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 1988 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
1987 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 1987 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
1986 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 1986 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| EXP | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1985 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 1985 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 31 | 24 MPG |
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
1984 Ford Expedition MAX: engines & MPG
The 1984 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| EXP | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Ford Expedition MAX get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Expedition MAX range from 19 to 28 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1988 model year.
What engines does the 2021 Ford Expedition MAX have?
The 2021 Expedition MAX was EPA-rated with 3.5L 6-cyl engines — see the 2021 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Ford Expedition MAX require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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