Review · Gas · May 19, 2021
New Ford Edge
The 2021 Ford Edge is a sporty midsize SUV, offering style, energy and thrill; making power and technology its top priority.
The 2021 Ford Edge is a sporty midsize SUV, offering style, energy and thrill; making power and technology its top priority.
New for 2021
- Upgraded infotainment system with 12-inch touch screen
- ST trim gains seven-speed transmission
Trims and Price
The Ford Edge features five different trim levels: SE, SEL, ST-Line, Titanium, and ST
Starting Price:
- SE - $31,250*
- SEL - $34,690 front-wheel drive, $36,685 all-wheel drive
- ST-Line - $38,440 front-wheel drive, $40,435 all-wheel drive
- Titanium - $38,440 front-wheel drive, $40,435 all-wheel-drive
- ST (performance focused) - $43,100 all-wheel-drive
*an additional $1,995 – upgrading to all-wheel drive
Interior
The 2021 Ford Edge seats five and has plenty of passenger space in the front and rear, with plush, well-cushioned and supportive front seats; as well as an impressive amount of cargo room for luggage and all of your gear.
Standard:
- Cloth upholstery
- Manually adjustable front seats
Available:
- Simulated leather upholstery – standard on SEL trim
- Genuine leather upholstery – Titanium and ST trim
- 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Power-adjustable passenger seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Driver’s seat memory settings
- Leather-wrapped, heated, and power-tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
ST-Line trim: adds red accent interior stitching
ST trim: adds front sport seats with silver stitching
Cargo:
- 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space that expands to a maximum 73.4 cubic feet when the seats are folded down
Exterior
The 2021 Ford Edge is bold and sleek, reflecting impressive attention to detail; with its dynamic grille and smooth lines that run the length of its body, and its sleek roof, modern shape, and commanding profile.
SE and SEL trim:
- 18-inch wheels
- LED headlights
ST-Line trim: adds sporty design touches
- Black exterior trim and lower front and rear fascia’s
- Body-colored bumpers and lower cladding
- 20-inch gloss black wheels
Titanium trim:
- 19-inch wheels
- Hands-free liftgate
- Optional Panoramic glass roof – offered in the Lux package
ST trim:
- 20-inch black painted wheels
- Black and body-colored exterior trim – similar to ST-Line
Optional for ST trim:
- 21-inch gloss-black wheels
- Summer tires
Safety
The Ford Edge offers the latest advanced standard and available safety features. With its long list of standard and available safety features, the Edge is designed to keep you in command from start to finish.
SE trim:
- Ford Co-Pilot360
- Automatic high beams
- Blind-spot monitor with cross-traffic alert (gives you warning if a vehicle is in your blind-spot during a lane change or while reversing
- Lane keeping system (minor steering correction to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns if a front impact is coming and applies the brakes if you don’t respond in time)
- Rearview camera
- Rear parking sensors
- Pedestrian detection
SEL and ST-Line trim: adds more features
- Ford’s SecuriCode entry keypad
- Optional Ford Co-Pilot Assist+ includes:
- Adaptive cruise control – adjusts speed to maintain distance between your vehicle and the car in front
- Evasive steering assist – enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance
- Navigation system
Titanium trim: adds more premium features
- Front parking sensors – alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of the vehicle when parking
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Optional Lux package includes:
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
- Front-facing camera
- Automatic parking system
Technology
The Ford Edge features the latest SINC 4 system which is displayed on a 12-inch vertically oriented touch screen. With a simple layout, this display responds quickly to inputs, and it is complemented by a few physical buttons for adjusting the radio and volume settings.
Standard:
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Amazon Alexa
- Satellite radio
- Six-speaker stereo
- Bluetooth
- Four USB ports
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Remote keyless entry
- Push-button start
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
Available:
- Navigation system
- Wireless device charging – included in the Convenience package*
- 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system – Titanium and ST trim
- Remote start – included in the Convenience package*
*Convenience package
- Household-style power outlet
- Security alarm
- Power liftgate
- Remote start
- Wireless charging pad
Performance
The 2021 Ford Edge has two powertrain choices. It comes standard with a powerful turbocharged 2.0 four-cylinder engine, with 250 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The sporty Edge ST is even more powerful and features a twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine with 335 horsepower, a seven-speed automatic, and all-wheel drive.
Handling:
- The Edge is stable and composed and delivers quick acceleration with smooth and timely shifts. You can turn your corners with ease with its light and easy steering, and take the bumps in the road without notice.
Fuel Economy:
- Estimated 21/29 mpg in the city and on the highway with four-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive
- Estimated 21/28 mpg city/highway with all-wheel drive
- The Edge ST gets 19/25 mpg city/highway
Warranty:
Ford covers the Edge with a three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Conclusion
The 2021 Ford Edge has a roomy five-seat interior with an easy-to-use infotainment system, lots of active safety features, and decent cargo space. It’s comfortable to drive day to day, and its turbocharged engines yield peppy acceleration and above-average fuel economy.
