The Ford Excursion was a heavy-duty SUV produced by Ford Motor Company from 2000 to 2005. As the longest and heaviest SUV in mass production at its debut, it marked Ford's entry into the Class 2 segment. Derived from the F-Series pickup trucks, the Excursion was the third SUV in Ford's lineup following the Bronco and Expedition, featuring a sturdier chassis and frame than the latter for enhanced durability and towing capabilities. Positioned to rival the Chevrolet Suburban, the Excursion was specifically designed to compete with the 2500-series Suburban and GMC Yukon XL. The SUV was based on the 3⁄4-ton F-250 Super Duty pickup truck, sharing its heavy-duty platform with the
