Ford Edge

2008-08-30T12:17:01Z

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! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" |[[Ford]]
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| aka
| U387
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| Production
| 2007-Present
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| Class
| [[Crossover SUV]]
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| Body Style
| 5-Door Wagon
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| Length
| 185.7 Inches
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| Width
| 79.1 Inches
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| Height
| 68.7 Inches
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| Wheelbase
| 111.2 Inches
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| Weight
| 5,490 LBS.
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| Transmission
| 6-Speed Automatic
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| Engine
| 3.5L Duratec V6
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| Power
| 265HP @ 6,250 RPM <br> 250lb.ft. @ 4,500RPM
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| Similar
| [[Nissan Murano]] <br> [[Subaru B9 Tribeca]]
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| Related Vehicle
| [[Lincoln MKX]]
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The '''[[Ford]] Edge''' is a new [[crossover SUV]] that was launched in mid-2006 as a 2007 model. It is based on the Ford CD3 platform, which is also used by the Edge's near-twin [[Lincoln MKX]] crossover, and also the [[Ford Fusion]], [[Mercury Milan]], and the [[Lincoln Zephyr]] / [[Lincoln MKZ]] sedans. This platform was originally launched on the [[Mazda Mazda6|Mazda6]] sedan.

As a crossover vehicle, the Edge bridges the gap that exists between the compact [[Ford Escape|Escape]] [[Sport utility vehicle|SUV]] and the 7-passenger [[Ford Taurus X|Taurus X]] crossover SUV. The Edge made its public debut at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in January 2006, with production starting in the fall of 2006 as a 2007 model. The Edge (codename ''U387'') is built at Ford's Oakville Assembly Complex in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The Ford Edge competes with other SUV's in the mid-size segment such as the [[Nissan Murano]], [[Honda Pilot]], and the new [[Dodge Journey]]. [http://www.jbcarpages.com/midsizesuv/] The Edge is Ford's third mid-size SUV, slotting below the [[Ford Taurus X|Taurus]] crossover and the [[Ford Explorer|Explorer]] SUV in the lineup. A [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] version is expected for the 2010 model year.

The Edge and MKX are among the first vehicles to use Ford's new 3.5 L ''Duratec 35'' [[V6]] engine. This new engine produces 265 [[HP|hp]] (196 kW) and 250 ft·lbf (339 N·m) [http://www.jbcarpages.com/ford/edge/2007/] and is mated to the new ''[[Ford 6F transmission|6F]]'' six-speed [[automatic transmission]], which was co-developed with [[General Motors Corporation|General Motors]].

===Styles and Major Options===
The Ford Edge comes in SE, SEL, and Limited trims. Standard features on all models include cloth seat-upholstery, driver's seat lumbar adjustment, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, and remote keyless entry. [http://www.jbcarpages.com/ford/edge/2008/]

===Pricing===
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'''MODEL Trims'''
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Edge SE
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Edge SEL
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Edge Touring
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''MSRP''
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$25,735
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$28,265
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$31,075
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''Invoice''
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$24,276
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$26,321
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$28,878
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===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

FWD mileage is 16/24.

AWD mileage is 15/22.

===Safety===
[[Image:Ford-edge-crash-structure.jpg|thumb|right|300px|The internal structure of the Ford Edge.]]
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===Photos===

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Image:fordedge.jpg
Image:07fordedgecuv 14.jpg
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===Hybrid===
<gallery>
Image:Edgehybrid1.jpg|The Ford HySeries Hybrid Edge Concept
Image:Edgehybrid2.jpg
Image:Edgehybrid3.jpg
Image:Edgehybrid4.jpg
</gallery>

===Colors===
Here are the exterior colors the Ford Edge comes in.

*Blazing Copper
*Redfire
*Creme Brule
*Dune Pearl
*Light Sage
*Carbon
*Pewter
*Black

===Main Competitors===
[[Dodge Journey]]

[[Honda Pilot]]

[[Hyundai Veracruz]]

[[Nissan Murano]]

[[Subaru Forester]]

[[Toyota Highlander]]

==Hybrid Models==
A [[hybrid|hybrid]] model of the Ford Edge is currently in the works. It is expected to be released in 2010.

==Awards==
Ford Edge has received several honors:

*Ford Edge recognized as one of "''Best Cars for Families''" in 2007 by '''AAA''' and '''Parents Magazine'''.

*Edge earns '''IIHS''' ''"Top Safety Pick"'' rating for models built after January 2007

*3.5L Duratec 35 V6 named one of the world's ''"10 Best Engines"'' by '''Ward'''.

*Ford Edge named ''"2007 Urban Truck of the Year"'' by '''On Wheels, Inc.'''

==See also==
{{Ford}}
==External Links==
*[http://media.ford.com/products/presskit_display.cfm?vehicle_id=1369&press_subsection_id=421&make_id=92 2007 Ford Edge Overview and Specifications - from Media.Ford.com]
*[http://www.MyFordEdge.com Ford Edge Photos, Forums, Specifications]
*[http://www.jbcarpages.com/ford/edge/ JB car pages: Ford Edge]
*[http://jalopnik.com/cars/concept-cars/energy-policy-ford-reveals-hyseries-hybrid-edge-concept-230665.php Energy Policy: Ford Reveals HySeries Hybrid Edge Concept] Jalopnik
*[http://www.americancarimports.com UK based independent importer of the Ford Edge]

[[Category:Current Models]]
[[Category:All Wheel Drive Vehicles]]
[[Category:Crossover SUVs]]
[[Category:Ford CD3 Platform]]
[[Category:Ford Vehicles|Edge]]
[[Category:Front Wheel Drive Vehicles]]
[[Category:2000s Automobiles]]

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