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Go Back to School with the Best Cars for Sale in Brookings

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Fall is a time of transition for many South Dakota families. From sunshine and summer vacation, to cooler temperatures and back to school activities. 

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As we head into a busy season for most everyone in Brookings, you’ll want to make sure you have the right vehicle to equip you with school drop offs, outdoor projects, and weekend fall getaways. 

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Thinking about upgrading your current vehicle? We’re highlighting our top three best “back to school” SUVs for sale in Brookings.

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Best Back to School Brookings SUVs

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Crossovers and SUVs continue to rise in popularity because of the versatility they offer. Need some SUV inspiration? Here are three great vehicles for fall (and every season!) you can find right now on the Einspahr lot:

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Ford Escape

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If you’re new to the SUV life, the Ford Escape is the perfect crossover vehicle for you. It offers many of the comfort and convenience features you want without the large vehicle body that can sometimes be overwhelming. 

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Cargo Capacity

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The Escape’s rear seats have the ability to fold back for a flat load surface of up to 68 cu. ft. of total cargo space. If you don’t need all of that room, you can take advantage of the 60/40 split rear seat backs that will still give you room for passengers. 

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Or, you can leave both seat backs up and still have 34 cu. ft. of cargo space. This area is perfect for fitting backpacks, groceries, and other smaller items! 

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Whichever configuration you choose to use, you can’t go wrong!

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Capability

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With a three engine lineup, the Escape gives you the extra oomf of power while boasting intelligent auto start-stop technology that can help lower fuel consumption and vehicle emissions. 

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Thinking about towing a small trailer or camper this fall? The Escape has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds when equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost® engine. 

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We all know that road conditions in South Dakota aren’t always ideal. The Escape’s intelligent 4WD system continuously monitors traction and road conditions every 16 milliseconds. 

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Other Features We Love:

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  • Hands-free, foot activated liftgate
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  • Center console with convenient media bid (perfect for all of your family’s mobile devices!)
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  • Standard rear view camera
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  • Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning
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  • FordPass™ Connect with Wi-Fi® Hotspot
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Jeep Compass

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Jeep is known for building some of the most stylish SUVs on the market, and the Jeep Compass is no exception!

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Cargo Capacity

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The innovative, adjustable cargo floor can be moved up so you can load gear easily while offering you more room. Plus, you can take advantage of the Compass’s clever compartments to help you fit odd-shaped objects (think musical instruments and school science fair boards) perfectly. 

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For extra-long cargo, utilize the 60/40 split-folding rear seats that fold flat, giving you ALL the room you need. 

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Capability

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If you love exploring new places and new terrain, the Compass will be your best friend. The Jeep Compass’s Active Drive 4×4 System features a rear axle disconnect that seamlessly switches between two and four-wheel drive to help increase efficiency. 

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And with up to 180 horsepower, 2,000 lbs of towing capacity, and an impressive 23/32 mpg city/highway, this vehicle is ready to go the distance.  

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Other Features We Love:

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  • Windshield wiper de-icer and rain-sensing wipers
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  • Available BeatsAudio™ Premium Sound System
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  • Available dual-pane panoramic sunroof
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  • Heated front seats and steering wheel
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  • Blind spot monitoring and rear cross path detection
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  • ParkView® rear back up camera
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Ford Expedition

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Never want to worry about compromising cargo space for passengers? The Ford Expedition is for you.

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Cargo Capacity

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It will be a challenge to find a full-size SUV with more cargo space than the 2019 Expedition. A full 104.6 cu. ft. behind the first row of seating, 63.6 cu. ft. behind the second row, and 20.9 cu. ft. behind the third.

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The available advanced cargo manager also helps you organize luggage, bags, equipment, and almost anything else you need to fit in your Expedition!

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Capability

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Looking to take a few camping trips this fall? If you need to tow a large trailer or small camper, the Expedition’s 3.5L EcoBoost® engine delivers 375 horsepower and 470 lb. ft of torque that will offer you best-in-class towing capacity of 9,300 pounds!*

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Other Features We Love:

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  • Maximum second-row leg room and hip room
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  • Tip-and-slide seats
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  • Available leather-trimmed, heated, and ventilated multicontour seating
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  • 12-speaker sound system
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  • Available dual-headrest entertainment system
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  • Wi-Fi® hotspot and center console wireless charger
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Schedule Your Brookings SUV Test Drive

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Get ready for fall with the right SUV for sale in Brookings at Einspahr Auto. Stop in today and take your no pressure test drive!

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*When equipped with the heavy-duty trailer tow package

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