Beau Townsend Ford at 1020 W National Rd in Vandalia carries the new Ford Explorer — a three-row midsize SUV built for families who need real space, available AWD, and the capability to handle everything Montgomery County throws at it. If you are in Dayton, Huber Heights, Kettering, Centerville, or anywhere in the Miami Valley and you need a family SUV that does not compromise, the Explorer is where to start.

Highlights: Three rows of seating for up to seven | Available intelligent AWD with terrain management | Standard Ford Co-Pilot360 safety suite | Towing capability up to 5,300 lbs | Available hybrid powertrain

Great for: Montgomery County families who need three-row space | Dayton parents running kids to school, practice, and events | Drivers who tow boats and small trailers on weekends | Anyone stepping up from a two-row crossover

Three Rows That Actually Fit People

A lot of midsize SUVs claim three rows, but the Explorer delivers usable space in all of them. The second row is comfortable for adults, the third row works for kids and shorter passengers, and when you fold both rows flat you get a cargo floor that handles everything from sports equipment to furniture. For Dayton families running between school drop-offs, soccer practice in Kettering, and weekend trips out of Montgomery County, the Explorer carries the whole crew and their gear without needing a full-size SUV.

AWD and Winter Confidence for Ohio Drivers

The Explorer offers available intelligent AWD with a terrain management system that adapts to road conditions automatically. When the snow and ice hit Montgomery County — and they will — the system distributes power between the front and rear wheels to maintain traction on slick roads, unplowed neighborhoods, and the kind of freezing conditions that make the I-75 commute between Dayton and Vandalia unpredictable. You get family SUV comfort with genuine winter capability built in.

Towing Without Stepping Up to a Truck

The Explorer tows up to 5,300 lbs when properly equipped — enough for a small boat, a pop-up camper, a jet ski trailer, or a utility trailer for weekend projects. For Dayton families who want one vehicle that handles the daily routine and still pulls a trailer to Indian Lake or Cowan Lake on Saturday, the Explorer fills both roles. Trailer sway control comes standard to keep things stable on the highway.

Safety Tech That Watches the Road for You

Ford Co-Pilot360 comes standard on every Explorer — pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams. For families with new drivers, teens in the backseat, and parents who spend hours on I-75 and I-70 every week, having that full safety suite as standard equipment is a real differentiator. Available features like a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control add even more confidence in traffic.

Test Drive an Explorer at Beau Townsend Ford

Pre-qualify for financing and know your budget before you visit. Get your trade-in estimate online and see what your current vehicle is worth toward a new Explorer. When you are ready, schedule a test drive and put it through the roads you actually drive around Dayton and the Miami Valley. Have questions? Contact us or visit the finance department to explore your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I buy a new Ford Explorer in Dayton, OH?

Beau Townsend Ford in Vandalia carries new Explorers in multiple configurations including AWD and hybrid. Take I-75 north from Dayton to Exit 63 at National Road — schedule a test drive online before visiting.

Q: Is the Ford Explorer a good family SUV for Dayton drivers?

One of the best. Three rows seat up to seven, available AWD handles Montgomery County winters, and towing up to 5,300 lbs covers boats to Indian Lake and campers for weekend trips. Dayton families running carpool between Kettering, Centerville, and Huber Heights find the Explorer fits the daily routine and the weekend adventure.

Q: Does the Ford Explorer have AWD?

Yes. Available intelligent AWD with terrain management adapts to road conditions automatically. It distributes power to the wheels that need it on snow-covered Montgomery County streets, icy I-75 on-ramps, and wet highways across the Miami Valley from November through March.

Q: Ford Explorer vs Chevy Traverse — which is better?

Both are three-row midsize SUVs. The Explorer offers rear-wheel-drive-based AWD for sportier handling and higher towing capacity. The Traverse counters with more third-row space. Worth driving both at Beau Townsend Ford in Vandalia, minutes north of Dayton on I-75.

Q: How much can a Ford Explorer tow?

Up to 5,300 lbs when properly equipped. That covers boats headed to Indian Lake or Cowan Lake, pop-up campers, jet ski trailers, and utility trailers for weekend projects across Montgomery County.

Q: Is there a hybrid Ford Explorer near Dayton?

Yes. Beau Townsend Ford in Vandalia carries the Explorer with an available hybrid powertrain. For Miami Valley families putting daily miles on I-75 between Dayton, Vandalia, and Huber Heights, the hybrid cuts fuel costs without giving up three-row space or towing capability.