Ford Edge SE TOP92

After escaping San Francisco bay area commuter traffic I found some open road driving along California’s scenic coastline. The 265 horsepower 3.5L V6 has more than adequate power to move the Edge up the hills or make the jump past slower traffic. The Duratec engine and 6-speed transmission engage smoothly and without any drama. I can easily see the Ford Edge being a comfortable vehicle for long road trips. Fuel economy is respectable considering the power output of the engine. EPA estimates are 18 city/25 highway. Observed gas mileage was 18 MPG during the test period with my lead-filled boots.
Settling into the driver’s seat the seating position feels high and is above most passenger vehicles. And that is a good thing when trying to peer over traffic or reaching to pull that parking ticket from the dispensing machine. Finding that perfect driving position is easy with the tilt/telescoping steering wheel and 6-way adjustable seats. The SE model has the cloth seats, but padding was comfortable and I wasn’t going to burn my tush on a hot summer day. I spent four hours driving the new Edge and had no problems with driver fatigue or a sore bum from sitting too long. Sitting in traffic is actually bearable with the comfortable seating and my iPod plugged into the stereo.Crossover vehicles are so cool because they don’t feel like a lumbering truck when running errands, but you get the benefits and functionality of an SUV. For the busy family in perpetual motion from swim lessons, to baseball practice and to Cub Scout meetings, the Ford Edge offers plenty of room for 5 passengers plus the cargo space to carry everyone’s gear. Add a strong V6 engine to the equation and the result is a well-rounded vehicle that works well for a variety of different situations. For the family guy that doesn’t want to give up his “cool” image by driving a minivan, a crossover SUV could be the right solution.
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Ford Edge SE
Ford Edge SE
Ford Edge SE
Ford Edge SE

Ford Edge SE