A Look at Some of Ford’s Award-Winning SUVs

If you live in Monroe and are looking for an excellent SUV for your family, Loganville Ford should be the first place you look. As your local Monroe Ford dealer, we’re uniquely qualified to show you why Ford is revered for its SUVs. Ford has this market segment cornered with incredible models that have been best-sellers and award-winners for over two decades after having first popularized this automotive class in the 1990s. Ford’s current SUV lineup exhibits incredible capabilities and powerful engines, along with comfortable interiors, convenient technology, and an array of trims ranging from off-road-ready to luxury options.

Because Monroe is so densely populated with families, our clientele is often looking for that perfect vehicle for busy carpool mornings, errand runs, and extracurricular or weekend excursions. Perhaps you’re also looking for an ideal SUV to facilitate creating memories on road trips; fortunately, Ford has done an impeccable job at creating an outstanding SUV of every size to meet the needs of large and small families alike.

Ford is a name you can trust, and we here at Loganville Ford would love to help you pick out your next SUV under the Blue Oval banner. To get you acclimated to this lineup in-depth, we’ll highlight some contemporary award-winning SUVs that have really wowed buyers and tastemakers…

The Ford Bronco Sport

Let’s start with the Ford Bronco Sport—ideal for small, active families. The recent 2023 model of this subcompact SUV was named the Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS); furthermore, this is a vehicle that boasts a lot of value for its reasonable price tag and is a ton of fun to drive. The Bronco Sport has a surprisingly spacious cabin for being a subcompact SUV. It also comes in several specialty trims, each appealing in its own right; these include the trail-ready Outer Banks and the upscale nostalgic Heritage Limited.

The Bronco Sport might be a subcompact, but it packs loads of family-friendly and convenient features into its streamlined dimensions. You’ll get tons of configurable cargo space, including a cargo management system that makes it easy to organize your gear and a camping table that essentially creates a top shelf for items; this means you can stack up groceries without fear that bottom-row items will get smashed. It’s also got a second row of seats with a 60/40-split that folds flat when needed.

Families on a budget will love the fuel efficiency of this SUV. The EPA estimates this four-wheel drive beauty to get 25 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway, with a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG; that should mean some nice savings on gas for those who regularly commute into Atlanta.

The Ford Explorer

The Explorer is always a reliable go-to for those who have a larger family and need three rows of seating. The 2023 model was also named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS and is a vehicle parents can feel proud to drive. This SUV is ready for busy crews; it has available multi-contour front-row seats with Active Motion mechanics that can fight body fatigue on long drives with their five massage functions. However, what really excites us about the Explorer is that it’s now available with a hybrid powertrain.

While three-row SUVs are conventionally less-than-stellar when it comes to fuel efficiency, the hybrid Explorer gives you the best of all worlds—tons of space, loads of power, and great fuel economy. RWD models will get an EPA-estimated 27 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway, while AWD models will get 23 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Plus, every model can tow at least 5,000 lbs, so if you and the kids love to take a camper out to the woods, you can do so with the Explorer.

The Explorer can instantly adapt to the roads you’re traveling with just the twist of a dial; on RWD and Intelligent 4WD models, you’ll have the standard Terrain Management System with up to seven selectable drive modes, including Normal, Trail, Slippery, Sport, Tow/Haul, Eco, and—for 4WD models only—Deep Snow/Sand. That means you’ll get the ideal balance of traction and power you need for almost any situation.

Family-friendly as always, the Explorer also has a smart cargo management system with side pockets for smaller items, as well as a hidden cargo area beneath the floor. Plus, if you know you’ll be stashing muddy soccer cleats or letting a sandy dog into the trunk, you can flip the cargo floor to reveal easy-to-clean plastic bedding.

The Ford Expedition

When you need the most seating available in a Ford, you need the full-size Expedition. Kelley Blue Book gave the 2023 edition of this armored carriage its prestigious Best Buy Award, and their rationale needs no explanation. The Expedition is a living room on wheels. It can seat up to eight but has many configurability options to allow for less seating and more room to stretch out if you so choose.

In fact, the second row tilts and slides forward, making it easier for third-row passengers to clamber in. With the second and third rows of seats folded, you get an outstanding 104.6 cu.ft. of storage space, so you can load up tons of gear, groceries, equipment—you name it. For those who have a serious need for extra space, seek out the MAX, the extended-length Expedition, which gets you an unrivaled 121.5 cu.ft. for cargo.

This SUV has excellent driver assistance technology to help you stay in command when utilizing the Expedition’s impressive towing abilities (which are rated for up to 9,300 lbs). Pro Trailer Backup Assist helps you monitor your rearward progression as you’re towing in reverse, and a 360-degree camera gives you a complete view of your surroundings. You’ll feel confident in the Expedition, even when you have a big boat in tow.

An absolutely massive 15.5-inch touchscreen means you’ll never struggle to see the next turn in the navigation or have to take your eyes off the road to fine-tune your finger placement. We also love that Ford created trims with significant luxury accommodations for those parents looking for an upscale feel. From leather-trimmed seats to stunning interior materials, there are some seriously-gorgeous Expedition trims worth exploring.

Find Your Perfect SUV at Loganville Ford Today

When you’re ready to see the Ford SUV lineup in person, visit us at Loganville Ford. We’re just a short drive away via US-78, and we have a friendly, knowledgeable team ready to serve you.

We carry new and used Ford SUVs, and you can check out the newest models and their exciting technology on your own unguided tour; nevertheless, our team is always happy to walk you through the advanced functionalities. You can also check out our extensive selection of pre-owned models, where you’ll find incredible deals on durable, reliable Ford SUVs. We’re always refreshing our inventory and offering competitive prices.

We love the diversity in the Ford SUV lineup. Every model has been designed with care and an eye on maximizing value. With sizes ranging from subcompact to full-size, there’s a Ford SUV that’ll satisfy anyone, whether you’re a solo rider or have a whole soccer team living under your roof.