Best Ford for Your Family 

With so many Ford models to choose from, how do you choose the best one for your family? Just think who your loved ones are and what they like to do around Red Wing, MN. Then take a look at our suggestions.

For the Starter Family: 2020 EcoSport

If you’re starting your family with just the two of you, or have a young child, you want something that’s easy on the budget. The 2020 Ford EcoSport is the manufacturer’s most affordable offering. This compact SUV also saves you money at the fuel pump with an EPA-estimated 29 MPG on the highway and 23 MPG in the city.

You’ll get plenty of safety features, such as a Rear-View Camera and the Blind Spot Information System, which tells you when another vehicle has entered your blind zone. And it doesn’t skimp on comfort with room for five until you fold down the 60/40-split rear seatback. Then, you get 50 cubic feet of cargo volume. The car also satisfies your high-tech needs with a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and a Bang & Olufsen audio system with 10 speakers.

Executive Leanings: 2020 Ford Fusion

Now that you’ve been promoted to the executive suite, you want to take your family to office functions in a sedan that impresses with a mature outlook. The 2020 Ford Fusion updates your lifestyle while going easy on the environment with up to 43 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway from the hybrid option.

Find your away around using the available voice-activated touchscreen Navigation System. By using the Ford+Alexa app, you can continuing speaking commands to get traffic information, control supported smart devices at home, or manage options on the available SYNC® 3 infotainment system.

You and your loved ones can relax on the spacious seats that keep everyone cozy with available built-in heating and cooling. On cold winter days, you’ll the warmth of the available heated leather-wrapped steering wheel. On fair-weather days, open up the available Power Moonroof to bring fresh air and sunshine into the cabin.

For Large Families: 2020 Ford Expedition

Does your large family like to take vacations together? Then the 2020 Ford Expedition keeps everybody in one vehicle. The largest SUV from the manufacturer seats up to eight people on three rows with those in the last row getting power reclines. When you fold down back rows in the MAX versions, you get up to 121.5 cubic feet for carrying school projects or garage sale treasures.

The 3.5-liter EcoBoost® generates up to 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. With the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, towing power approaches 9,300 pounds, which is more than enough to pull your favorite trailer or water toys.

Your road trips are protected by Ford Co-Pilot360™, a suite of driver-assist technologies. They include Pre-Collision Assist that warns when you’re about to hit a car or pedestrian in front of you. If you don’t take appropriate action, Automatic Emergency Braking can stop your vehicle to prevent an accident. The Lane-Keeping System alerts you if you drift across the highway. And Adaptive Cruise Control puts you at a safe distance from other vehicles by automatically adjusting your speed.

For the Adventurous: 2021 Ford Bronco

If your family’s idea of weekend fun is exploring nature on off-road excursions, then the 2021 Ford Bronco encourages that sense of adventure. This four-wheeled voyager is available in multiple trims to fit your needs. Examples include the Base engages with the absolute essentials, the Black Diamond™ for riding the trails, and the First Edition for a fully-loaded return to the wild.

All these models share a 4×4 drive with either part-time selectable or automatic on-demand engagement. Engine choices include a 2.3-liter EcoBoost® with a seven-speed manual transmission or a 2.7-liter EcoBoost with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Options include a ground clearance of 11.6 inches to rise above obstacles and water-fording at up to 33.5 inches.

You can also define your drive experience with one of five standard drive modes: Normal, Sport, Eco, Slippery, and Sand. The Badlands trim adds Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawls while changing Sport to Baja. Activate Trail Control™ to automatically manage throttle and braking so you can concentrate on navigating over rough terrain.

What to Do Next

If you want to take a look at any of these Ford vehicles in person or want to see what else is available for family transportation, then bring all your loved ones to House Ford. Our friendly sales agents will be happy to take answer your questions while taking you and yours for a test drive.

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