Category: Edge

2016 Ford Edge is a family car that has excellent looks, features and commendable fuel efficiency. It is provided in 4 trim levels – SE, SEL, Titanium and Sport. It is characterized by a new platform and superior choice of engines.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior is going to be a continuation of the design concept that started with Fusion. Redesigning of Edge has given it a bold high-profile grille having trapezoidal striped shape. It is outstanding by its highly placed hood, snubbed nose and a little prominent wheel arches. The fog lights are placed on the border of the intakes. The rear bumper has a host of exhaust pipes in a rectangular shape. At the back, you will also notice well-defined trapezoid lights that are linked with a bridge of light.

The interior is huger and is expected to have more technological features. High-quality cloth and leather upholstery that is comfortable and elegant will adorn the cabin. The seating is for 5 passengers and sufficient space is there for everyone. Standard features will include Bluetooth, electric seats and windows, Sony audio system, rear adjustable seats, dual zone automatic climate control and a 7-inch screen that performs with MyFord and SYNC system.

Engine and Mileage

Edge is going to get three choices of engines. The standard one is 2.0 liter EcoBoost engine that generates 245 hp and a torque of 270 lb.-ft. It will be able to haul around 3500 lbs. The other engine is 3.5 liter V6 that will raise 285 hp and 263 lb.-ft. of torque – lower than the standard one. The best in the line is the 2.7 liter V6 that will generate 300 hp and a torque of 300 lb.-ft. All three engines are mated with 6-speed automatic. Choice of front wheel or all-wheel drive is available for all Edges. An 8-speed automatic gearbox may also be offered. Acceleration of 0-60 mph can be availed in below 6 seconds while top speed that you can get is 130 mph.

Edge offers mileage of 21/30 mpg for the 2.0 liter engine and 20/28 mpg for the V6 engines.

2016 Ford Edge – Price and Release Date

Edge is priced at $28,100 and can go up to $40,095. It will be released in the US markets in late 2015 or beginning of 2016.

Edge is a mid-sized crossover SUV that is built for tough terrain driving as well as cruising. It offers a choice of 3 engines and is noteworthy for its strong performance. The exterior has been revamped with a sturdier looking grille and interior has luxurious and technically advanced system. 2016 Ford Edge will arrive in the US in late 2015 or early 2016.

Video: Ford Edge – Perfect Family Car

2015 Ford Edge is an entirely restyled mid-sized SUV. It is being offered in 4 trim levels, namely, SE, SEL, Sport and Titanium. It competes with Nissan Murano, and Volkswagen Touareg.

Exterior and Interior of 2015 Ford Edge

It is 188.1 inches long, 75.9 inches wide and 68.6 inches high. The front grille is sliced into a pair of neat hexagonal divisions. Polygonal LED lights and squinted headlamps are other features. The elegant sides have intricately designed rocker panels and a crease runs through the door handles. The rear has LED tail lamps.

The interior is marked by more leg and shoulder space. Ergonomic finesse is highly evident and MyFord infotainment system has buttons for control. 8-inch center console has the Sync system interface. Other features include heated steering, adaptive cruise control, hands-free rear liftgate, and ventilated plus heated front seats.

Engine and Mileage of 2015 Ford Edge

The vehicle is powered by three engines among which two are optional. The base unit is the improved version of intercooled turbo direct injected 4-cylinder 2.0 liter EcoBoost. It generates 245 horsepower @ 5500 rpms and a torque of 275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpms. It can haul up to 3500 lbs. The other engine is 3.5 liter V-6 which has been a little modified to meet the current emission standards. It raises 280 horsepower and a torque of 250 lb.-ft. The third engine is available only on Edge Sport trims. It is company’s latest turbocharged direct-injected twin-turbocharged “Nano” 2.7 liter EcoBoost V-6. It gives more than 315 horsepower and a torque of 350 lb.-ft.

All these three engines are integrated with paddle shifters included 6-speed automatic transmission. Front wheel drive as well as all wheel drive are offered in which the latter is optional.

Mileage is received best with 2.7 liter engine which gives 18/27/21 mpg for city/highway/combined in front wheel and 17/24/20 mpg for all wheel drive. For the 3.5 liter engine, a mileage of 18/26/21 mpg or 17/25/20 mpg is available for front wheel or all-wheel drive respectively. The 2.0 liter engine gives 20/30/24 mpg or 20/28/23 mpg for front wheel or all-wheel respectively.

Price and Release Date

The price of the base model of this car is $28,100 and can reach the value of $40,095 depending on the trim chosen by the buyer. It was released in the summer of 2014 and will be available on the US market in the beginning of 2015.

The redesigned mid-sized SUV has a great looking exterior and a plush, spacious interior. An option of three engines is there each of which promises high performance and fuel-economy. 2015 Ford Edge reaches the US market in early 2015.

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