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It sounds like my best plan is to buy a V10 and use the money saved vs the 7.3 to buy a small commuter
With the Jeep Cherokees, it's common to try to park next to another one if given the chance. I think with an Excursion, it'll be hard to pass up an opportunity to park next to a Prius (Or the Nissan Leaf, which we have a TON of mostly due to Nissan HQ being nearby).
Sounds like you really want one, so go for it!! I wasnt sure based on your first post, but now I see the fire burning. Welcome to the club, its great to have another future owner among us.
Please keep us updated on your search. We will help you out, too, with advice and such. Well, you probaly know the drill by now.