Ford Edge is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the Performance SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 245 to 315 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,400 to $2,850, which over the course of five years will cost you $3,750 in extra fuel spending. Ford Edge has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 Edge has a relatively long wheelbase ( 112.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3927 - 4401 lbs.
2016 Edge seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on hips and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Edge is a class-leader across all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is the largest among its peers with 39.2 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Edge SE | 2016 Edge SEL | 2016 Edge Titanium | 2016 Edge Sport |
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Starging MSRP | $28,700 | $31,790 | $35,600 | $40,900 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.7L V-6 Twin-Turbo |
HP | 245 hp | 245 hp | 245 hp | 315 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
City | 20 - 21 MPG | 20 - 21 MPG | 20 - 21 MPG | 17 MPG |
Highway | 29 - 30 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG | 24 MPG |
Combined | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,850 |
2016 Edge SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $1,758 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Edge
2016 Edge SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed five hundred and fifty-three complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also five recalls issued by Ford, which by itself is a relatively high number.