Town & Country Ford | Quinnesec, Michigan
Compare Ford SUVs for Upper Peninsula family driving. Choose a two-row Escape or Bronco Sport for a smaller footprint, step up to the three-row Explorer for seating for up to seven, or consider Expedition when eight-passenger capacity, cargo room and heavy towing matter more.
Need three rows?
Explorer keeps a more manageable midsize footprint while offering three rows, seating for up to seven and up to 5,000 pounds of towing when properly equipped.
Expedition is the larger option, with seating for up to eight, significantly more cargo capacity and a maximum available towing rating of up to 9,600 pounds when properly equipped.
Prefer two rows?
Escape focuses on flexible everyday driving with gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid choices, plus available all-wheel drive and up to 65.4 cubic feet of maximum cargo room on EcoBoost models.
Bronco Sport emphasizes all-weather and outdoor capability with standard 4x4, compact dimensions and up to 65.2 cubic feet of maximum cargo space on applicable 1.5-liter configurations.
Compare Ford family SUVs
Inventory and model-year mix can change, so use the live inventory page for current vehicles at Town & Country Ford.
Flexible daily-family SUV with gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain choices.
Smaller SUV with standard 4x4 and available off-road equipment.
Three-row family SUV balancing passenger space, towing and available four-wheel drive.
Full-size family SUV for buyers who prioritize passenger room, cargo space and substantial towing capability.
Family-first features
Think about passenger count, winter traction, cargo, towing, parking and the type of trips your family takes most often.
Two-row SUVs seat five. Explorer expands to three rows with up to seven seats, while Expedition can seat up to eight.
Compare how often you carry strollers, sports equipment, pets, luggage or bulky outdoor gear with all needed seats occupied.
Available AWD, Intelligent 4WD or standard 4x4 can help with changing Upper Peninsula road conditions, depending on model.
Escape, Explorer and Expedition cover very different towing ranges, so trailer weight and passengers should be considered together.
Escape offers hybrid and plug-in hybrid choices, while other Ford SUVs use EcoBoost gas engines and model-specific drivetrains.
A smaller SUV can be easier to park and maneuver, while a larger three-row SUV gives more room for passengers and cargo.
Ford SUV family guide
Use these manufacturer-published figures as a starting point, then verify the specific trim and vehicle before purchase.
| Family-SUV Consideration | Escape | Bronco Sport | Explorer | Expedition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 | 5 | Up to 7 | Up to 8 |
| Rows | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Traction | Available AWD | Standard 4x4 | Available Intelligent 4WD | 4x2 or 4x4 depending on configuration |
| Maximum cargo | Up to 65.4 cu. ft. | Up to 65.2 cu. ft. | Varies by trim and seating configuration | 108.5 cu. ft. standard-length; MAX offers more |
| Maximum towing | Up to 3,500 lbs. | Check vehicle-specific rating | Up to 5,000 lbs. | Up to 9,600 lbs. |
Towing, cargo and drivetrain ratings depend on configuration, equipment, passengers and model year.
Upper Peninsula family driving
Families around Quinnesec, Iron Mountain and Kingsford often need one SUV to handle school runs, winter weather, highway travel, outdoor gear and weekend trips across the U.P.
Town & Country Ford of Quinnesec
Town & Country Ford is located at W7600 US Highway 2 in Quinnesec and serves shoppers from Quinnesec, Iron Mountain, Kingsford, Escanaba, Marquette and surrounding Upper Peninsula communities.
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Frequently asked questions
The right Ford SUV depends on how many people and how much gear you carry. Escape and Bronco Sport are two-row, five-passenger choices. Explorer adds a third row with seating for up to seven, while Expedition offers three rows with seating for up to eight and substantially more towing and cargo capability.
Ford Explorer and Ford Expedition are the primary current Ford three-row SUV choices. Explorer offers seating for up to seven, while Expedition offers seating for up to eight depending on configuration.
Current Ford Explorer models offer three-row seating for up to seven passengers. Some configurations use second-row captain's chairs and seat six, while available second-row bench seating can increase capacity to seven.
Ford Expedition offers seating for up to eight passengers. Seating layout and equipment vary by trim and configuration.
The 2026 Ford Escape offers hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains in addition to EcoBoost gasoline engines. Hybrid drivetrain availability varies by model and trim.
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport comes with standard 4x4 across its current lineup. The Badlands model uses advanced 4x4, while other models can add additional off-road equipment through available packages.
Several Ford SUVs offer traction-focused drivetrains for winter conditions. Bronco Sport includes standard 4x4, Explorer offers Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive, Escape offers available all-wheel drive, and Expedition offers 4x4 configurations. Winter tires, safe speeds, and adequate stopping distance remain important.
Maximum towing varies by model and configuration. Ford lists up to 3,500 pounds for a properly equipped 2026 Escape with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost and Class II Trailer Tow Package, up to 5,000 pounds for a properly equipped 2026 Explorer, and up to 9,600 pounds for a properly equipped 2026 Expedition 4x4.
Town & Country Ford of Quinnesec is located at W7600 US Highway 2 in Quinnesec, MI 49876, near Iron Mountain and Kingsford. The sales department can be reached at 906-771-8169.
