Picture Gallery: 2007 Ford Edge
Day 1:
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The Edge starts at a base price of $32,999 for the SE FWD model, which on the surface seems rather pricey for an entry-level crossover vehicle. But when you take a closer look at what the base model offers you come to realize it is loaded up to a level where some crossovers end.
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The interior of my tester is lined with black leather, including heated driver and passenger seats. My tester is also equipped with a refreshing panoramic sunroof which covers nearly the entire roof area of the Edge, a $1700 option that includes side airbags and a premium package.
The Edge is offered with only one engine, a 3.5L V6 producing 265hp and 250lb/ft of torque. Ford has mated this to a 6-speed automatic transmission in order to reduce fuel consumption and as a result the Natural Resources Canada ratings for this vehicle are 13.0 / 8.5 litres per 100km (city/highway).
Also included on my tester is a reverse sensing system to aid you when parking, 18″ painted wheels and a class II trailer tow package which allows the Edge to tow up to 1587kg (3500lbs).
I’m looking forward to putting this new model through its paces this week; so far I am impressed by the styling and initial impressions of the interior are high as well.
2007 Ford Edge SEL AWD
MSRP as tested: $43,849
For more information on Ford and the Edge visit Ford Canada
Day 2:
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First the negative, to get it out of the way. There is not a large number of negative comments, which is always a sign of good things to come. I’m having a hard time getting comfortable in the seat, although there is an adjustable lumbar support and an eight way adjustable seat as well as tilt and telescopic steering. What I can’t seem to get just right is the height; I find the seat height is a little on the high side for my liking.
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The rest of the interior appointments are well done, a few hard plastics on the door panels but any place where you may place your elbow is padded enough to ensure no pain. The interior panel fitting is very well done, with nice even gaps and all the interior bits seem solid. The classy black interior with aluminium and chrome trim looks clean and elegant.
As far as the speedometer and tachometer, I have no issues during the day with them. They look elegant and clean like the rest of the interior. The illumination is a little on the weak side though as Ford continues to use green lighting.
With the improvements Ford has done with the Edge in comparison to the Explorer, I wish they had used a different colour lighting scheme as the green lighting seems to clash with the style of the rest of the interior. I’m typically bothered by too much light output as well, and I find the green to be too dim.
I have already reviewed the GPS navigation system and satellite radio in Explorer review. As far as the dash causing reflections on the windshield — I noticed no issues on my drive home this evening and yes, it was still sunny.
Day 3:
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The one thing I noticed this morning was the lift gate is pretty hard to open. It was less so this afternoon with the temperatures being a little warmer, allowing for the fluid in the struts to aid in lifting the gate, but I still found that the initial lift effort is quite high.
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Powered by a 265hp V6, the Edge has plenty of power to move its own weight, but does feel a little sluggish around town until you really put your foot in it. The throttle is programmed in such a way that it requires a good deal of pedal effort to get the power out of the Edge. I imagine this was done to encourage lower fuel consumption.
The highway is where the Edge really excels, with the standard six-speed automatic transmission allowing the engine to almost idle along at 100km/h. At 120km/h the engine is turning a mere 1800 rpm, which is astonishing low. As a result, not only do you get increased fuel economy but a very quiet and relaxed ride.
The ride is a little firm and tuned to feel more truck-like than car-like as are a good number of crossover vehicles. The chassis, though, also feels extremely solid over bumps although the suspension tends to bounce similar to that of a truck design.
The Edge seems to handle high speed corners and sweepers really well but at lower speeds I find body roll is a little much, giving me the sense that I will fall out of my seat. Picking up the pace on corner entry seems to solve this issue for some reason.
Day 4:
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Gas mileage was somewhat on par with what I expected in the Edge; I averaged 16.0L/100km. This average is typical for small SUVs during my week of driving, good for the size of the engine but a little disappointing when the vehicle is rated at 13.5L/100km. I’ll be heading to Toronto this weekend; hopefully highway mileage will be close to the rated 9.1L/100km.
Overall the Edge impressed me. Not only is it one of the best Fords I have driven lately (no pun intended), but it is one of the best crossover vehicles I have driven in a long time. Although it has a different ride and feel compared to the Hyundai Santa Fe, and is quite a bit more expensive, I would say the Edge equally impressed me. Price-wise the Hyundai has a major advantage, at close to $10,000 less for a similar equipment level.
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*Rating based on vehicle’s classification
2007 Ford Edge SEL AWD
MSRP as tested: $43,849
For more information on Ford and the Edge visit Ford Canada
March 08, 2007, 11:47:54 pm
Wing, did you mean the fuel economy is average considering the cold weather and mostly city driving? Because otherwise you are going to make think my previous ride (mid-size V8 SUV) was amazingly fuel efficient.
March 09, 2007, 07:39:33 am Benhaze, It all depends on your driving conditions, if you take a look at my previous reviews that is an average I seem to achieve in the winter with these small SUVs. Unless I do extra highway travel.
My route is particularly bad for fuel mileage as it is city in the fact that I am constantly starting at stopping at red lights but must accelerate to 80km/h between them.
March 09, 2007, 10:54:45 am
March 09, 2007, 11:16:40 am
Don't bother - Saf is outside digging out a tree route.............
March 09, 2007, 12:52:53 pm Wow, 3 wheels for 16L/100km? Pfffffffft! I'd give it one, maybe 1.5!
March 09, 2007, 01:58:05 pm Whoops route that is.
Stodge it seems average for this type of vehicle unfortunately, I rate based on cars in the class, I believe I gave the suzuki a 2 or 1.5.
March 09, 2007, 06:59:12 pm Thanks Wing. I certainly appreciate your reviews and the real world facts you are reporting here. Some car magazine only do highway runs and their stated fuel economy doesn't mean much. In this case, it demonstrates that a new crossover in not necessarily that much better than other SUVs that have a bad rep.
March 10, 2007, 07:07:13 am
Is that a route you take to the washroom before the trots really get you
Or maybe it's the route you take on the way home over icy roads
Or maybe this is what you call a beaten path that's just plain slippery
Or maybe there is a guy down the road whose name really is Whoops and that's the way you have to go to see him - or her.
March 10, 2007, 10:25:16 am Whoops .. he's done it again .....Inco has been at the sauce ..............Whoopee stay over last NITE....
March 10, 2007, 11:12:02 pm No overly impressed by the fuel mileage now that I drove to Toronto and back, I average 12.2L/100km to Toronto and 10.7L/100km on the way back which is about the same as the XL7.
March 12, 2007, 05:35:10 pm
Any difference in speeds either way? Btw, what would you say was your average speed?
March 12, 2007, 07:13:47 pm No difference in speed, set my cruise to 120 both directions. Average is obviously less but never really sped up or slowed down much the entire way, traffic was light.
March 12, 2007, 07:43:40 pm When you drive west on the 401, the wind you are driving into can be pretty bad
March 13, 2007, 11:43:10 am Must be uphill all the way to Toronto!
March 13, 2007, 11:51:55 am
March 13, 2007, 11:54:54 am
Then wing would get better mileage from Ottawa to Toronto...
March 13, 2007, 11:56:07 am
I can't explain the phenomenon but this happens every time I make the trip.
March 13, 2007, 12:01:07 pm
True from my observations as well.
March 13, 2007, 12:10:05 pm
True from my observations as well.
I second that. I do a lot of trips from Toronto to London and notice the same thing. I think the wind shifts before summer though...at least that is what I noticed on my daily bike commute.
March 13, 2007, 03:23:31 pm I ....LIVE WEST of TORONTO.....................Co_inky_DINKY???
March 19, 2007, 06:06:34 pm Funny how some people say the chrome grille looks cheap or out of place...usually comments from import owners...wonder if anyone has seen the cheap grill on the new Acura MDX. Looks pretty cheap if you ask me! Overall though the MDX is real nice.
Or how about the new CR-V!! UGLY face and UGLY grille! The rest of the vehicle looks good though. Funny how some just like to jump down the domestic manufacturers throats - oh well.
March 19, 2007, 08:15:31 pm If you will actually go back and look at the comments about the CR-V grill, you will see that a lot of people complained about its appearance.
March 20, 2007, 11:20:56 am
Or how about the new CR-V!! UGLY face and UGLY grille! The rest of the vehicle looks good though. Funny how some just like to jump down the domestic manufacturers throats - oh well.
I actually like the new MDX's grill. As for the CRV, its new grill was the subject of an eight-month flame-fest on car forums--as it deserved.
March 20, 2007, 11:25:36 am The grill of the Edge works very well with the overall design of the SUV. The CRV’s grill is an error of Tribecaian proportions IMO.
March 20, 2007, 11:37:37 am Murano had a chrome grill and that signature colour.
Edge's styling does its job.