Ford Cars that Can Take on the Cincinnati Cold

As Cincinnati natives, we understand just how serious the cold weather can be for your driving experience. Apart from the severe temperatures, rigorous weather conditions, and unexpected frozen patches of pavement can all play a huge role in the safety of your drive. Fortunately, some vehicles are better prepared for the winter weather than others, and at Kings Ford, we can set you up with one of these rugged winter-ready cars. We pride ourselves in being one of the leading providers of used cars in Cincinnati. Not only do we offer a wide selection of vehicles, but we also provide top-notch professional services that are intended to satisfy your every automotive need. To us, a car should do more than just cart you from point A to point B; it should be able to offer you peace of mind behind the wheel, no matter what the weather is.

What To Look for in a Winter-Ready Car

Cincinnati winters can be quite brutal with temperatures dropping well below freezing. While the Ohio River hasn’t frozen over since 1977, the weather in Cincinnati through the winter season is no joke and can put a lot of wear and tear on your vehicle. Not only that, winter in Cincinnati can bring less than favorable weather that can dramatically affect the safety of your drive. As a result, we always recommend that Cincinnati drivers get behind the wheel of a vehicle that is ready to handle the worst of the worst and still offer complete peace of mind behind the wheel.

But what kind of vehicle should you invest in? Well, there are a variety of Ford brand vehicles that would be up to the task of taking on a rough Cincinnati winter. We also offer a wide selection of these rugged, winter-proof vehicles, and are passionate about helping our customers find the perfect fit. That said, there are certain characteristics and aspects that you should look out for when purchasing one of our winter-proofed used cars.

For starters, you’ll likely want something that is reasonably high off the ground. While some sedans may offer a worthwhile amount of ground clearance, the kind of vehicles that truly excel in this area are SUVs and pickup trucks. While certainly larger, these vehicles tend to be lifted quite higher than a sedan or compact car might be, providing greater versatility over snow, mud, and other terrains.

We also urge our customers to purchase something with a more robust drivetrain. Your standard vehicle tends to be equipped with either rear-wheel-drive (RWD) or front-wheel-drive (FWD). These two drivetrain options come with their benefits, but when it comes to navigating over rough terrain, nothing quite compares to the alternatives. These more capable alternatives include AWD, 4×4, and 4WD drivetrains. With these more robust drivetrains, power is supplied to all four wheels. This means if you find that one wheel is stuck in a patch of snow, the others can compensate for the loss of the wheel.

Tires are another defining factor for a winter-proofed vehicle. While the typical street-tire is durable, withstanding daily bumps and bruises, however, they tend to lack the kind of capability and reliability that all-weather tires can provide. All-weather tires do a better job at providing traction, and at the same time can navigate the varying terrain that a Cincinnati winter can impose.

So, what kind of used Ford vehicle should you buy? Well, there are a lot of vehicles in the Ford family lineup that could fit the bill as a winterized vehicle. However, our team at Kings Ford are excited to share some of the vehicles we think best fit this description.

Winter-Ready Ford Brand Vehicles

As mentioned prior, we believe that the SUV and the pickup truck is the best at withstanding the unpredictability and extra strain that a Cincinnati winter can bring on. Ford offers a wide range of SUVs and pickups in their lineup, and we offer some of those vehicles at Kings Ford.

One of our favorites is the Ford Edge. The Ford Edge is a classic sports utility vehicle, offering more than enough room for five passengers, and plenty of extra cargo space. No matter what model you buy, chances are you’ll find a robust SUV that is ready to take on the worst of winter. Not only that, modern versions of the vehicle offer an AWD option, which brings in next-level versatility. Focusing in on the 2017 model, the Ford Edge sports a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine as standard, and offers plenty of fuel economy to boot, clocking in at an EPA-rated 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. With the option of installing all-weather tires, this is an SUV that is ready for practically anything.

Another winter-capable Ford brand vehicle that we offer at Kings Ford is the Ford Explorer. Since its initial release in 1990, the Ford Explorer has continued to provide an impressive and rugged driving experience. Going back to the 2017 model year again, the 2017 Ford Explorer offered a 2.3L 4-cylinder engine as standard; however, this engine could be upgraded to a roaring 3.5L V6 option which pumped out 365 horsepower and 350 lb-ft worth of torque. Unlike other SUVs at the time, the 2017 Ford Explorer promised enough room for seven passengers, with plenty of space left over for cargo. What made the 2017 Ford Explorer truly impressive was its 4WD drivetrain which brought all-terrain versatility to new heights.

While Ford has excelled in creating plenty of winter-ready SUVs, they have also been fairly intentional when designing their pickup trucks as well. In fact, the Ford pickup is famous for offering a powerful and reliable driving experience. Their flagship pickup, the Ford F-series has been tackling Cincinnati winters since 1948. With that much time under their belt, Ford has perfected the F-150 pickup, creating a vehicle that won’t ever let you down. The 2017 Ford F-150 is no exception. The standard engine was a 282 horsepower 2.7L V6 engine. This standard engine could be upgraded to a 385 horsepower 5.0L V8 engine which provided a peak towing capacity of 8,000 lbs. Like the 2017 Ford Explorer, the 2017 Ford F-150 sported a 4×4 drivetrain making this iconic pickup ready for the worst weather of the winter season.

How Kings Ford Can Get You Behind the Wheel of a Winter-Ready Car

Winter is just around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to trade in your existing vehicle for something better equipped for the season. In our opinion, no driver should have to tackle the car buying process alone. Our team at Kings Ford will go above and beyond to ensure that not only do you find a car that you love but that you purchase a vehicle that is ready for the worst that Cincinnati winter’s have to offer. Our team of auto experts will guide you through every step of the car buying process, and make a concerted effort to remove the stress, anxiety, and intimidation. If you’re looking for a place to purchase some of the best-used cars in Cincinnati, Kings Ford ought to be your first pick.