FORD EDGE

The 2012 Ford Edge ranks 7 out of 21 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 70 published reviews and test drives of the Ford Edge, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2012 Ford Edge garners praise for its new four-cylinder Ecoboost engine. Reviewers say this upgrade adds better fuel economy and fun driving dynamics to an SUV that already has an upscale and high-tech interior.


Reviewers agree that the Edge is an all-around good performer for a family vehicle, though it’s not something you’d take to the drag strip. The automotive press appreciates that the fuel economy gained by the Ford Edge’s new Ecoboost engine doesn’t come with a significant trade-off in performance, though it does set buyers back by about $1,000. And shoppers with a need for speed that outweighs their fuel economy concerns can opt for the Edge Sport, with its 3.7-liter V6, sport-tuned handling and 22-inch wheels.



Though last year’s Edge earned praise for the debut of its MyFord Touch infotainment controls, this year, reviewers are backpedaling. Some say that although the touch-sensitive controls are cool, they can be confusing and finicky. Still, most auto writers admit that it’s an attractive and high-tech feature that dresses up an already-classy interior.


Other SUVs to Consider

If you like the Ford Edge but need seating for seven, take a look at the Ford Flex. With a starting price of about $29,400, it costs about $1,700 more than the Edge, but reviewers love its funky, retro styling and spacious interior. And if you are considering the Edge because it has the new MyFord Touch infotainment system or the Ecoboost engine, they’re both available on the Flex as well.


Shoppers on a budget should consider the Kia Sorento. It comes packed with standard features like Bluetooth and a USB iPod input, and is available with seating for five or seven. Plus, reviewers say it’s powerful and fun to drive. The Kia Sorento starts at about $23,150, so not only will it make your passengers happy, but you’ll be able to keep about $6,300 in your wallet compared with the base Edge.


Details: Ford Edge
The Ford Edge is a crossover SUV that seats five people in two rows. Unlike other models in the class, such as the Ford Flex, there is no optional third row. It comes with three engine choices, including a new-for-2012 Ecoboost option that boosts highway fuel economy to 30 mpg. The Edge comes in SE, SEL, Limited and Sport trims, which have base prices ranging from about $27,600 to about $37,000.

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