Best SUVs For Winter Driving

Winter is just around the corner and Council Bluffs drivers need to have their emergency car kits prepared and read tips on how to drive safely in the snow. However, some Omaha drivers looking to upgrade their ride for the season may be wondering what the best SUV to drive in the snow is and Edwards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT is here with the answer! Read below to see which CDJR SUVs we recommend for winter driving, then contact us to set up a test drive! 

Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Cherokee, & Jeep Compass

The Jeep brand is well known for their legendary durability, and every Jeep vehicle is ready to take on whatever the weather can throw at it. The Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Cherokee, and the Jeep Compass offer Omaha drivers the ability to traverse winter storms fearlessly and in comfort. Each vehicle offers drivers a suite of safety features and AWD capability that gives the driver an extra set of eyes on the road and increased traction in slushy or slippery road conditions. However, unlike other SUVs, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Compass come with Jeep 4×4 capability and the Jeep Trail Rated Badge. The Trail Rated Badge designates each Jeep vehicle with advanced capability, traction, ground clearance, and water fording ability, meaning that driving through deep winter snow and slippery conditions will be a breeze. The Trail Rated Badge makes Jeep SUVs some of the best winter SUVs to drive in the snow.

Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram Vehicles That Work Well in Snow

Chrysler Pacifica 

If you’ve been paying attention to the latest car news, then you’ll know that the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica is about to take winter driving to a whole other level. Scheduled to be released in Fall of 2020, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica will feature an AWD drivetrain in addition to it’s legendary Stow ‘n Go® seating ability. Although it’s not an SUV, the Chrysler Pacifica minivan will be able to navigate tough terrain and winter storms as one of the best cars for winter driving in Council Bluffs. What’s even better, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica will offer 97 standard safety features across all of it’s trim levels – the most of any vehicle on the market. Explore the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica with Edwards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT to learn more about it’s AWD capabilities, performance, and technology.

Dodge Durango & Dodge Charger

Dodge is well known among Bellevue drivers for their formidable SRT racing vehicles like the Dodge Challenger. However, the Dodge Durango is a driver favorite as one of the best SUVs for winter driving. AWD systems and amazing Driver Assist safety features allow for advanced traction control and security while driving on snowy roads. The additional 8,700 pound towing capacity and performance engine options give drivers the best of both worlds when exploring outside of Council Bluffs, in the sun or snow. 

When you think of the best winter SUVs, the Dodge Charger won’t come to mind. However with it’s new AWD drivetrain, the Dodge Charger was recently winter weather approved by La Vista drivers. Whether you like making snow doughnuts or you’re just trying to traverse the midwestern winter terrain, the Dodge Charger offers the power you expect from a performance vehicle with the traction you need to get through the snow. Take advantage of this one-of-a-kind racing vehicle with a wheel-gripping 485 hp as you head to the ski resort, or out to the store for some much needed winter storm snack supplies. 

RAM 1500

The RAM 1500 won’t come to mind when you think of the best winter cars in Council Bluffs, however it’s raw power and performance make it a vehicle you should consider when looking for the best SUV to drive in the snow. The RAM 1500 – and it’s sister vehicles, the RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 – all boast an impressive towing ability when working on Bellevue jobsites, but all this power can easily help you get out of sticky winter driving situations. A 4×4 drive train will help you navigate seriously snowy roads with ease and the raised body will help you see further ahead in a storm. While the RAM 1500 comes with all the standard Driver Assist safety features you’ve come to love, it also comes with a high-strength steel frame, meaning that if you end up in a ditch or in an accident, you’ll be much safer than you would be in a compact vehicle. 

Get The Best Winter Cars at Edwards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT!

Whichever CDJR vehicle you choose as your best SUV for winter driving, Edwards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT is here to help you get behind the wheel. Browse our new vehicle inventory to see which vehicles we offer and if we have any new vehicle specials for them. Then, come into our showroom in Council Bluffs to browse our selection and see which configuration and features you like best. Visit us today to learn more about the best SUVs to drive in the snow and how to prepare your current vehicle for winter with our service specials.