Best Ford SUVs for Fall Family Travel | Compare vs. Competitors

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Which SUV Is Best for Fall Family Travel? Ford vs. the CompetitionĀ 

Fall Is Prime Time for Road Trips in Missouri

October in St. Louis means colorful drives, weekend adventures, and scenic family getaways…

1. Ford Explorer vs. Toyota Highlander

FeatureFord ExplorerToyota Highlander
Standard Engine2.3L EcoBoost (300 hp)2.4L Turbo (265 hp)
Max Towing5,600 lbs5,000 lbs
Drive TypeRWD or AWDFWD or AWD
Legroom (2nd row)39.0 in38.4 in
Hybrid OptionAvailableAvailable

2. Ford Expedition vs. Chevy Tahoe

  • Seating: Up to 8 with reclining 3rd row
  • Cargo Space: Best-in-class behind the 3rd row
  • Max Towing: Up to 9,300 lbs
  • Control TracĀ® 4WD: Excellent for gravel roads and trails

3. Ford Edge vs. Honda Passport

FeatureFord EdgeHonda Passport
Standard AWDYesNo
Touchscreen12.0 in8.0 in
Fuel Economy21 / 28 mpg19 / 24 mpg
Horsepower250–335 hp280 hp

Why Ford SUVs Stand Out for Fall Travel

  • Available AWD & towing in every SUV class
  • Smart tech like Ford Co-Pilot360 and FordPass
  • More second- and third-row legroom than many rivals
  • Hybrid options in Escape, Explorer, and Maverick

St. Louis Area Events Worth the Drive This Fall

  • Grafton Oktoberfest: River Road drives + fall foliage + bratwurst
  • St. Louis Renaissance Festival in Wentzville
  • Hermann Wurstfest & Oktoberfest — every weekend in October
  • Pumpkin patches: Rombach Farms, Brookdale Farms, Eckert’s Millstadt
  • Fall color tours: Shaw Nature Reserve, Pere Marquette State Park

Why Buy at Dave Sinclair Ford?

  • Huge inventory of 2023 Ford SUVs
  • Flexible finance options for family budgets
  • Top trade-in values for minivans and older SUVs
  • Locally owned and trusted in St. Louis for 50+ years

Plan Your Fall in a New Ford SUV

Ready to upgrade for the season? Visit Dave Sinclair Ford in South County to test drive a 2023 Explorer, Edge, or Expedition today…

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