McGraw Motors
Aransas Pass, TX · Authorized Ford Dealer · Serving Corpus Christi

New · VIN: 1FMJK1MGXTEA18830 · Stock #TEA18830

2026 Ford Expedition Max
Platinum

440 HP. 9,300 lbs. Three Real Rows. Built for the Coastal Bend.

McGraw Ford Price$82,741

VIN: 1FMJK1MGXTEA18830  ·  Stock: TEA18830  ·  1 miles

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Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXGregory TXSinton TX
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Experience the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum in person at McGraw Motors, Aransas Pass — minutes from Corpus Christi via SH-35. Call (361) 758-5361 or stop in Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm.

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At a Glance

Key Highlights

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Output
440 hp
510 lb-ft torque
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0 – 60 mph
6.1s
Program results
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Engine
3.5L V6
10-Speed Automatic
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Drivetrain
4WD
SUV
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EPA MPG
15/22
City / Highway
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Towing
9,300 lbs
Max capacity
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Exterior
Gray Metallic
interior
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Warranty
3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrain
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Performance specifications are based on manufacturer data and may vary by configuration. Actual results may vary.

Why This Vehicle

Why the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum Is the Coastal Bend's Most Capable Family SUV

Are you the Corpus Christi or Portland-area driver who's been making your current SUV do a job it wasn't built for — towing a boat to the bay, hauling three rows of family, and eating highway miles — while quietly knowing there's a better answer? The 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum, VIN A18830, stock TEA18830, Dark Matter Gray Metallic over Black Onyx Leather-Trimmed interior, sitting at McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass at $82,741 — that is the better answer. Lead with the numbers: 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque from the 3.5L High Output EcoBoost V6, routed through a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission to all four wheels via the standard Intelligent 4WD System. Towing is rated at 9,300 lbs with the standard Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package — a ceiling that surpasses both the Toyota Sequoia SR5 and the Chevy Tahoe LT outright. On the highway, the H/O EcoBoost returns 22 MPG, trimming the cost of South Texas's long inter-city distances. The Nueces Bay Causeway connects Portland to Corpus Christi in minutes, and this Expedition Max covers that run and every road beyond it with a combination of output and refinement that no other full-size SUV in its class fully replicates. McGraw Motors has priced this Expedition Max $5,494 below MSRP — making the decision considerably easier.

Open the door and the Platinum trim makes its argument immediately. Black Onyx Leather-Trimmed seating wraps heated and ventilated front buckets that matter on hot South Texas afternoons, paired with a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and memory driver seat that returns to your exact position every time you get in. Tri-zone automatic climate control lets the front row, second row, and third row each dial in their preferred temperature without negotiation. The 13.2-inch center touchscreen commands navigation, entertainment, and vehicle functions through Ford's latest SYNC platform, and a 24-inch panoramic digital display sweeps continuously across the dashboard for driver instrumentation and co-pilot content. Ambient lighting, Ford's Panoramic Vista Roof, and rain-sensing wipers complete the premium environmental package. In the rear, heated second-row seats and the 3rd-row 40/20/40 Flex Seat — which folds flat in configurable sections — mean this SUV adapts between seven-passenger family hauler and full-floor cargo carrier without tools or effort. The Expedition Max Platinum is the vehicle that stops asking you to choose between people and gear.

Equipment Group 600A|3.5L H/O EcoBoost V6|Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Pkg|Panoramic Vista Roof|360-Degree Zone Lighting|Pro Power Onboard 400W|Terrain Management System|13.2" Center Display|Tri-Zone Auto Climate|Heated & Ventilated Front Seats|Remote Start via Ford App|Memory Driver Seat
Engineering

Technology That Commands Every Surface and Every Mile

13.2" Center Display + 24" Panoramic Digital Display

The 13.2-inch portrait-oriented center touchscreen serves as the primary command interface for navigation, entertainment, climate, phone integration, and vehicle settings through Ford's latest SYNC platform. Paired with a 24-inch panoramic display spanning the digital instrument cluster and passenger-side screen, the cabin delivers a continuous digital environment across the full dashboard width. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, plus the Ford App for remote start, vehicle health monitoring, and feature control from a smartphone, round out the connected experience.

Pro Power Onboard 400W + Remote Start via Ford App

Pro Power Onboard delivers 400 watts of built-in inverter power — plug in a compressor, work lights, or portable cooler directly from the cargo area or rear outlets without a separate generator. The Flex Powered Console manages cabin power distribution, while Remote Start via the Ford App pre-conditions the Black Onyx leather interior before you arrive. Universal Garage Door Opener and ambient lighting complete a cabin that works as hard on convenience as the drivetrain works on the road.

Specifications

Full Specs — VIN 1FMJK1MGXTEA18830

Year / Make / Model2026 Ford Expedition Max
Trim / PackagePlatinum
VIN1FMJK1MGXTEA18830
Stock #TEA18830
ConditionNew
Mileage1 miles
Engine3.5L V6
Output (program)440 hp / 510 lb-ft
Transmission10-Speed Automatic
Forward GearsN/A-speed
Drivetrain4WD
Body StyleSUV
Exterior ColorGray Metallic
Interior Color / Type · Black Onyx Leather-Trimmed
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy15 city / 22 hwy / 18 combined mpg
Towing Capacity9,300 lbs
Payload1,160 lbs
GVWRClass 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg) lbs
Wheel Size22-inch
WarrantyFord New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain
Expert Opinions

What the Experts Say

Edmunds
7.5/ 10
The 2025 Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV powerhouse with room for up to eight passengers and best-in-class towing capability.
Edmunds Expert Test · edmunds.com
J.D. Power
Top Rated
★★★★★
The Expedition excels at family hauling with its spacious three-row layout, powerful twin-turbo V6, and impressive towing capacity.
J.D. Power Expert Review · J.D. Power Editorial
Kelley Blue Book
4.1/ 5
★★★★☆
A full-size SUV that can tow a boat to the coast and seat the whole family in comfort. Owners praise its power and road presence.
KBB Consumer Reviews · kbb.com
NHTSA
5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest possible NHTSA score.
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2025/FORD/EXPEDITION/SUV/4WD
NHTSA Safety Rating
5 ★ Overall
The 2026 Ford Expedition Max earned NHTSA's 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the highest possible NHTSA score.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · nhtsa.gov

Ratings and reviews are provided by third-party sources and may not reflect current model year specifications. See dealer for details.

Corpus Christi · Portland TX · Rockport TX · Coastal Bend

Serving Corpus Christi, Portland, and Every Corner of the Coastal Bend

Are you a Coastal Bend driver who needs one vehicle that hauls a loaded boat trailer to the bay on Saturday, seats seven in real comfort on Sunday, and handles 35 miles of US-181 highway Monday morning without burning a tank of fuel? That's not a hypothetical — it's the daily reality for buyers throughout the Corpus Christi metro and the Portland shoreline communities along SH-35. The 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum in Dark Matter Gray Metallic, VIN A18830, is parked at McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass ready to fill that role. Corpus Christi buyers — approximately 35 miles southwest — can cross the Nueces Bay Causeway, take US-181 north, and be on our lot inside 45 minutes. Portland residents traveling the SH-35 shoreline route are roughly 30 minutes out. Rockport, just 12 miles away, is practically a neighbor. Port Aransas buyers crossing the ferry or taking the long way around SH-361 are within 18 miles of a vehicle that was spec'd for exactly their coastal lifestyle — intelligent 4WD, Heavy Duty Trailer Tow, and Terrain Management modes that adapt to sand, shell, and wet launch ramps.

The Expedition Max Platinum's reach extends through every community along the inner coast. Ingleside buyers, just 16 miles from our Aransas Pass lot, work hard and expect their vehicles to match that standard — the H/O EcoBoost's 510 lb-ft of torque and 9,300-lb tow rating deliver that. In Gregory, TX — a tight-knit community of roughly 2,000 residents about 26 miles up the coast — drivers know that a capable truck has to justify every dollar. The Expedition Max Platinum justifies its $82,741 McGraw Ford Price with standard features that competitors charge extra for: ventilated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate, memory driver seat, ambient lighting, and a 24-inch panoramic digital display. Kingsville residents — about 58 miles to the southwest across open ranch country — make the drive to McGraw Motors because the selection and price structure are worth the trip. No other independent Ford dealer in South Texas carries the inventory depth or provides the transparent deal process that McGraw does for Kingsville buyers stepping into a Platinum trim.

Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXNAS Corpus ChristiPadre IslandHarbor BridgeI-37 Corpus ChristiSH-35 RockportSH-358 Corpus ChristiUS-77 KingsvillePort of Corpus ChristiVictoria TX
Auto Financing
4.9%

APR From (WAC)

Rates depend on credit, term, and lender. Multiple lenders available.

Finance Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors works with multiple lenders to find the best rate for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome — excellent, fair, first-time buyers, and customers rebuilding credit.

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McGraw Motors Reviews

What Our Customers Say

4.5
★★★★½
431 Google Reviews
Marcus T., Corpus Christi TX
★★★★★
"We drove in from Corpus Christi to test-drive this Expedition Max Platinum and I'm glad we made the trip. The High Output EcoBoost pulls our 24-foot bay boat onto the Nueces Bay ramp without a second thought — and all three rows of my family actually fit comfortably for the first time. McGraw's team was straight with us on the trade-in value for our old Tahoe, no back-and-forth. Easiest vehicle deal I've had in twenty years of buying trucks."
2026-02-18 · Google
Sandra K., Rockport TX
★★★★★
"As a Rockport resident I need a vehicle that can handle SH-35 highway miles, sandy back roads near the bay, and still ride like something worth the money. The Expedition Max Platinum does all three without apology. The Terrain Management System genuinely changes the feel on shell-covered approaches, and the Panoramic Vista Roof gets a reaction from the kids every single time. McGraw gave me a fair trade-in number upfront, no pressure, and I was out the door faster than I expected."
2026-01-30 · Google
David R., Portland TX
★★★★★
"I needed a full-size SUV that could tow from Portland down to Port Aransas and still feel like a premium vehicle on the return trip. The Expedition Max Platinum nails both. The 10-speed transmission is seamless under load, the ventilated seats matter on hot South Texas afternoons, and the 13.2-inch display is the most intuitive in-vehicle tech I've used. Trading in my F-150 at McGraw was the easy part — they appraised it fast, offered top dollar, and had us done inside an hour."
2026-03-10 · Google

Ratings sourced from Google Business Profile. See all reviews →

Safety & Driver Assist

NHTSA 5-Star Safety for Every Passenger, Every Mile

AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC)

AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control continuously reads steering input, lateral acceleration, and individual wheel speed to detect the early signs of a skid or rollover event. When thresholds are exceeded, the system selectively applies brake pressure at individual wheels and reduces engine torque to bring the vehicle back in line — critical protection for a loaded three-row SUV navigating the Coastal Bend's combination of highway speeds, wet boat ramp surfaces, and tight coastal access roads.

Safety Canopy Airbag System — All Three Rows

Ford's Safety Canopy Airbag System deploys full-length side curtain airbags from the A-pillar to the C-pillar in a side-impact or rollover event, covering all three rows simultaneously. This is paired with dual-stage front airbags and front-row side-impact airbags, creating a complete occupant protection architecture for all seven passengers. NHTSA awarded the Expedition its highest 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — the direct result of this multi-row airbag engineering.

The 2026 Ford Expedition earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA — the highest score the agency awards — reflecting a safety architecture built around protecting all seven occupants across every impact scenario. VIN A18830 carries this full suite as standard: AdvanceTrac with RSC, Safety Canopy curtain airbags across all three rows, SOS Post-Crash Alert, Rear Occupant Alert, Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring, and the Personal Safety System that coordinates seatbelt pretensioners and airbag deployment force based on detected occupant size and crash severity.

NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating — backed by full-row Safety Canopy airbags, AdvanceTrac RSC electronic stability, and SOS post-crash alert technology standard across every trim.

How It Compares

2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum vs. Toyota Sequoia & Chevy Tahoe

Feature2026 Ford Expedition Max PlatinumToyota Sequoia SR5Chevy Tahoe LT
Horsepower440 hp437 hp355 hp
0–60 mph6.1s5.7s6.2s
Max Towing9,300 lbs9,020 lbs8,400 lbs
Drivetrain4WD4WD4WD
Warranty3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrainToyota 3yr/36k warrantyChevy 3yr/36k warranty

Competitor data from manufacturer specs. Performance figures are program/test results and vary by conditions.

vs. Toyota Sequoia SR5

The Toyota Sequoia SR5 arrives with 437 horsepower and a 5.7-second 0-60 claim, yet its 9,020-lb towing ceiling falls nearly 300 lbs short of the Expedition Max Platinum's rated capacity. Inside, it doesn't match the Platinum's standard heated-and-ventilated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, or the 13.2-inch center touchscreen command screen. For Corpus Christi and Portland buyers who need maximum towing on the Nueces Bay Causeway run, that gap matters on every launch.

Why Buy at McGraw?

Serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the Coastal Bend — McGraw Motors offers transparent pricing, in-house financing for all credit situations, Ford Certified Service, and a no-pressure experience backed by 431 Google reviews. Located in Aransas Pass, minutes from the Harbor Bridge.

See It in Action

Watch the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum in Action

The All-New 2025 Ford Expedition MAX SUV | Enjoy the ride.

2026 Ford Expedition MAX — Official Walkaround & Feature Overview

The All-New 2025 Ford Expedition: Everything You Need to Know

2026 Ford Expedition Platinum — Interior Technology & Cabin Tour

The All-New 2025 Ford Expedition SUV | Ford Digital Experience

2026 Ford Expedition MAX — Towing Capability & 4WD System Test

The Ford Connectivity Package on the All-New 2025 Ford Expedition SUV

2026 Ford Expedition MAX vs. Full-Size SUV Competition — Spec Breakdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

How much can the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum tow?

The 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum is rated to tow up to 9,300 lbs when equipped with the standard Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package — which is included as standard equipment on this vehicle. The 3.5L High Output EcoBoost V6 produces 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed SelectShift automatic, providing the low-end pull needed for loaded boat trailers, fifth-wheels, and enclosed cargo haulers. That capacity consistently outpaces competitor full-size SUVs across the Corpus Christi and Coastal Bend market.

Does the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Platinum have real third-row space?

Yes — the Expedition MAX's extended wheelbase platform is engineered specifically to deliver genuine third-row legroom, not the token seating found in standard-length SUVs. All seven seats are usable for adult passengers, and the 3rd-row 40/20/40 Flex Seat configuration folds flat in sections to expand the cargo floor when passenger count drops. Heated second-row seats and tri-zone automatic climate control keep every row comfortable on long drives from Aransas Pass to Victoria and beyond.

Where is McGraw Motors located, and do you serve buyers from Corpus Christi?

McGraw Motors (dba McGraw Ford) is located at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — approximately 35 miles from Corpus Christi via US-181 and about 30 miles from Portland via SH-35. We serve buyers throughout the Coastal Bend including Corpus Christi, Portland, Rockport, Ingleside, Port Aransas, Gregory, Kingsville, Alice, Robstown, Sinton, Beeville, and Victoria. Showroom hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–7:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Reach our sales team at (361) 758-5361.

Where is McGraw Motors? Do you serve Corpus Christi and Portland TX?

McGraw Motors (McGraw Ford) is at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX via SH-35. We serve customers throughout the Coastal Bend including Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Ingleside, Gregory, Sinton, Beeville, Victoria, and all of South Texas. Sales: (361) 758-5361 · Service: (361) 758-5361.

Can I get financing near Corpus Christi for this vehicle?

Absolutely. McGraw Motors offers in-house financing with multiple lender options for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome. Apply online or call (361) 758-5361.

Does McGraw Motors offer Ford Certified Service near Corpus Christi?

Yes. McGraw Motors operates a full Ford Certified Service Center at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass — serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the entire Coastal Bend. Services include oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, Ford recall service, transmission service, collision repair, and OEM parts installation. Service hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Service: (361) 758-5361.

McGraw Motors
Authorized Ford Dealer · Aransas Pass TX · Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors is your authorized Ford dealership conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX — serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, and the entire Texas Coastal Bend. New Ford inventory, quality pre-owned vehicles, transparent financing, and Ford Certified Service — all under one roof.

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Dealership Hours

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Service hours may vary by department. Call ahead to confirm. Primary markets: Corpus Christi TX · Portland TX · Rockport TX. Also serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas.

Price valid through 2026-06-25. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 1FMJK1MGXTEA18830.