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When it comes to finding the perfect family vehicle, Ford SUVs stand out for their spacious interiors, advanced safety features, and unmatched comfort. Whether you need room for a growing family, top-tier technology, or a reliable vehicle for road trips, Ford has the right SUV. At Bird Kultgen Ford, we are here to help you find the perfect family-friendly Ford SUV. more 1. Ford Expedition – The Ultimate Full-Size SUV Spacious and Comfortable The Ford Expedition is the go-to option for large families needing maximum space. Everyone can ride comfortably with three rows of seating and room for up to eight passengers. The available PowerFold third-row seats make it easy to adjust cargo space. Safety and Technology The Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite offers Pre-Collision Assist, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), and Adaptive Cruise Control. With the available Pro Trailer Backup Assist, towing boats or trailers is effortless. 2. Ford Explorer – A Perfect Balance of Space and Performance Family-Friendly and Versatile The Ford Explorer offers a three-row configuration, making it an excellent choice for families who need flexibility. With seating for up to seven passengers, this SUV provides plenty of legroom and comfort. The available E-Z Entry second-row seats make it easy to access the third row. Safety and Tech Innovations Features like Ford’s Intelligent 4WD, Terrain Management System™, and a 360-degree camera help ensure safety in any driving condition. The SYNC® 3 infotainment system keeps everyone connected and entertained on the road. 3. Ford Bronco – The Ultimate Family Adventure Family-Ready and Road-Ready The full-size Ford Bronco is a great choice for families thanks to its spacious interior, versatile seating, and advanced safety features. With ample room for passengers and cargo, it easily accommodates everything from school drop-offs to weekend adventures. Its rugged build and available all-wheel drive make it perfect for family road trips, while modern tech like Apple CarPlay, rear-seat USB ports, and driver-assist systems ensure everyone stays connected and safe on the go. 4. Ford Escape – Compact, Efficient, and Family-Friendly Great for City Driving If you need an efficient and compact SUV, the Ford Escape is a fantastic option. With hybrid and plug-in hybrid models available, it offers excellent fuel economy while providing ample cargo space and seating for five. Advanced Safety Features The Escape ensures safety on every trip with Pre-Collision Assist, Lane-Keeping System, and Enhanced Active Park Assist. It’s the ideal blend of technology, comfort, and affordability. 5. Ford Bronco Sport – Rugged Adventure for Families Designed for Outdoor Adventures The Ford Bronco Sport is a compact, comfortable SUV with rugged capability, smart storage, and modern tech—perfect for daily drives and weekend getaways. Its versatile interior makes room for passengers and gear, while a standard 4x4 ensures confidence on any terrain. With bold styling and a fun-to-drive feel, it’s built for those who don’t want to compromise. Why Choose Bird Kultgen Ford for Your Family SUV? At Bird Kultgen Ford, we understand that choosing the right SUV is a big family decision. That’s why we offer: A Wide Selection of New and Used Ford SUVs Competitive Financing Options Expert Sales Team to Guide You Through the Process Find Your Perfect Ford SUV Today! Ready to upgrade to a spacious, safe, and comfortable Ford SUV? Visit Bird Kultgen Ford to explore our latest inventory and find the best SUV for your family’s needs.

Elevate Your Escapes: Understanding the 2024 Ford Escape's Towing Power At Bird Kultgen Ford in Waco, Texas, we know our customers look for vehicles that blend everyday functionality with the ability to adventure. The 2024 Ford Escape stands out as a versatile SUV that offers significant towing capacity alongside its comfortable driving experience and advanced features. Whether you're planning to haul a small trailer, a boat for a weekend at the lake, or camping gear for a family getaway, the Escape is engineered to meet your needs. Let's delve into the details of the 2024 Ford Escape's towing capacity and how it opens up a world of adventure. Towing Capacity Across Engine Options more The 2024 Ford Escape provides drivers with four powertrain options, including two gas-powered engines and two hybrid versions for maximum efficiency. A 1.5-liter EcoBoost with stop/start technology is the base engine, delivering 180 horsepower. Your other gas-powered option is a 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine that creates 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. Both gas engines use an eight-speed automatic transmission to move through the gears. You can opt for the hybrid or plug-in hybrid setup for your Ford Escape if you prefer to add a little electric power under the hood. Both hybrid powertrains use the same 2.5-liter inline-four engine and two electric motors to bring you an impressive 192 horsepower for non-plug-in versions and as much as 210 horsepower for plug-in models. The hybrid Escapes have a continuously variable transmission for smooth gear changes. Towing capacity for your Ford Escape depends on which of these powertrains you choose and the features you include. With either of the hybrid engines, you can tow up to 1,500 pounds. The 1.5-liter engine can tow up to 2,000 pounds, and the 2.5-liter block has the highest tow rating at 3,500 pounds. So whether you're taking your boat to Lake Waco or your small trailer to one of Texas' beautiful state parks for a camping trip, the 2024 Escape delivers. Enhanced With the Right Package To get the best towing performance from your 2024 Escape, you'll want to equip it with the Class II Trailer Tow Package. When you have this package, you can tow your Escape with more confidence. It gives you a tow hitch receiver where you can install a ball hitch. You also get a four-pin trailer wiring harness so you can plug in your trailer brake controller for improved towing safety. A trailer sway control feature helps with braking when you're pulling a load to prevent your trailer from swaying and you from potentially losing control of the vehicle. Towing can put a lot of strain on your Escape's engine and transmission. So the tow package features an auxiliary automatic transmission oil cooler. This secondary transmission cooler helps ensure your transmission runs smoothly and that your powertrain doesn't overheat. For hilly or mountainous towing, this can be a lifesaver. Another benefit of the tow package is the lane-keeping alert, as it lets you know if you're unintentionally drifting out of your lane. Safety and Stability for Confident Towing You'll feel confident towing with your Ford Escape thanks to its plentiful safety and stability features that take the stress out of driving with a trailer hooked up. The tire pressure monitoring system lets you check the tire pressure of all four of the Escape's tires from the cabin. This feature can help prevent flats that are even more dangerous when you're towing. Some models have AdvanceTrac roll stability control to ensure you can keep your tires on the road where they belong. Torque vectoring control can divert power to help balance braking, which improves control when towing. The rearview camera system is handy when you're hitching up a trailer, as it lets you see where you need to be to line up the hitch point and the trailer. You can opt for a 360-degree camera with a split screen for an even better view of the area around the Escape when you're maneuvering to hitch up. A blind-spot monitoring system ensures you change lanes safely, and the optional head-up display puts your important driver information in your line of sight. Having the head-up display allows you to keep your eyes on the road, your trailer, and traffic. Ready for Every Adventure If you're looking for an SUV that's ready for every adventure, the 2024 Ford Escape is it. Not only can it tow a significant amount, but it also offers plenty of versatility and utility for your active family so you can enjoy life to its fullest. It has a spacious interior with seating for up to five passengers, and the available panoramic roof makes the SUV feel even larger. A center console with an armrest and the fold-down center armrest in the rear provide added comfort on long trips across Texas. The Escape's infotainment system keeps you connected and entertained. You'll have no trouble bringing all the gear you need on any trip, thanks to the cavernous cargo area and versatile seating arrangement in the Escape. The rear bench seat has a 60/40 split-fold down configuration so you can choose the best arrangement for any situation. When you fold the rear seat down entirely, you'll get a maximum cargo capacity of 65.4 cubic feet. This is enough space to fit more than 20 suitcases. Even with the seats up you get almost 40 cubic feet of space in the cargo area. Explore Further With the 2024 Ford Escape at Bird Kultgen Ford When you're ready to explore beyond Waco, the 2024 Ford Escape can take you there. At Bird Kultgen Ford, you'll find an extensive lineup of Escape models, and we encourage you to browse our inventory to find a trim level that meets your every need. Stop by and see us in person or check out our online inventory page to see what we have in stock. Then, talk to a sales representative from our team so you can take your preferred model for a test drive.

2023 Ford Escape Refreshed with a sporty and dynamic design, the 2023 Ford Escape boldly competes as one of the most powerful and flexible small SUVs on the market. Thanks to the introduction of the Bronco Sport, Ford has redesigned the 2023 Ford Escape to complement it's Off-Road sister. Gone are the familiar S, SE, SEL, and Titanium trims in favor of a new speedy lineup that now includes Active, ST-Line, and Platinum models. Featuring four distinct powertrain options, including the 1.5L EcoBoost I-3, the 2.0L EcoBoost I-4, the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle hybrid, and the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle plug-in hybrid, as well as a quality, comfortable interior, the Escape gives you a vehicle you can peacefully escape in. more Power With four Selectable Drive Modes, including Normal, Sport, Eco, and Slippery, the 2023 Ford Escape makes your drive more eco-friendly and efficient. The all-new PHEV Premium package also offers a 2.5L Atkinson-cycle plug-in hybrid engine mated to an eCVT automatic transmission, so it can operate on all-electric power with impressive range and is easily charged at home in a 120V outlet. The EcoBoost models even feature Intelligent All Wheel Drive with AWD Disconnect, which disconnects the rear driveline, using only the front wheels to propel the vehicle when AWD is not needed. Convenience Lined with Second-Row Sliding Seats, the Ford Escape makes your drive more comfortable and convenient for the entire family. An additional 5.9- inches of legroom can be added by sliding back the 60/40 split-fold seats, or folding down the seats can give your family extra cargo space. Added technology, such as Active Park Assist 2.0, simplifies parking, allowing you to squeeze into even the tightest spaces, and is all displayed on the 8-inch Center-Stack Color LCD Touchscreen for a modern and easy design. Design With three new lineup options, the Escape stands out among the crowd. Detailed with roof-rack rails and 18-inch Rock Metallic-painted aluminum wheels, the unique ST-Line modernizes the traditional SUV interior and includes eight available exterior color options, such as Atlas Blue Metallic, Cinnabar Red Metallic, and Vapor Blue Metallic. The ST-Line Select includes premium tech features such as a Remote Start System and LED fog lamps, and with rain-sensing wipers and SecuriCode Invisible Keypad, the ST-Line Elite makes your next road trip simple and easy. Questions If you have additional questions about the 2023 Ford Escape, reach out to us or head over to BK Ford, where one of our friendly sales consultants can help.