Does the 2026 Ford Expedition need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Active 4x2.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $379 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active 4x2 | 3.5L | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Active 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Max Active 4x2 | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Max Active 4x4 | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Platinum 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Max Platinum 4x4 | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| King Ranch 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Max King Ranch 4x4 | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Expedition | Active 4x2 | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe | LS RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Suburban | LS RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | Active RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota Sequoia | SR5 RWD | Regular |
| 2026 GMC Yukon | Elevation RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Lincoln Navigator | Premiere 4WD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree