Model year guide

2016 Ford expedition el

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Ford expedition el is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2016 Ford expedition el — representative photo
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2016 Ford expedition el at a glance

Owner complaints181
Combined16–17 mpg
Typical price$25,553

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Ford expedition el common problems

Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Trailer Hitches
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2016 Ford expedition el MPG & running costs

Combined16–17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,075

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2016 Ford expedition el worth?

Low
$14,995
Typical price
$25,553
High
$29,995

From 5 comparable 2016 Ford expedition el listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Ford expedition el costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,750
Total$33,125
Per mile$0.44

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($25,553) with the same model 4 model-years older ($15,370), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Ford expedition el trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · XLT/King Ranch · Platinum
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 365 hp

2016 Ford expedition el vehicles on record

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Other Ford expedition el model years

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2016 Ford expedition el — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford expedition el?

Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford expedition el get?

The 2016 Ford expedition el has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2016 Ford expedition el worth?

Comparable 2016 Ford expedition el listings run roughly $14,995–$29,995, typically around $25,553 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.