What could be more Bold than the new Ford Edge? This unique crossover has bold design, great handling and serious control. But it also gives you flexibility, plus advanced safety. Top that with bold colors and a truly innovative design and you have a breed of vehicle that defies the norm… and sets its own standard. The exterior design features a 3-bar chromed grille accentuated by attractive quad-beam halogen headlamps, a rear spoiler and available dual chrome-tipped exhaust. It all rides on standard 17” or optional 18” wheels and tires. The class-exclusive and optional Vista Roof features a tilt-and-slide front panel and a second fixed rear glass panel. This feature brings a panoramic view to front and rear passengers alike. There is 32.1 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the 2nd-row 60/40 split seats. Fold down both rear seat backs and you can increase cargo space to 69.6 cu. ft. But wait… there’s more! With the available fold-flat front passenger seat you can carry items up to 8 ft. long. The center console is configurable in 12 unique ways; it uses a removable divider and tray to organize the space both vertically and horizontally. The stereo system has standard MP3 capability and audio input jack. There’s also an optional DVD Rear Entertainment System and SIRIUS Satellite Radio. There is also has an optional DVD-based Navigation System. Passive safety features include an impact-absorbing body structure design, dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, and Safety Canopy System with rollover sensor for protection for front and outboard rear passengers. The 3.5L Duratec V6 features dual overhead cams with four valves per cylinder and variable cam timing technology. It generates best-in-class 265 horsepower and 250 lbs./ft. of torque… along with 18 city/25 highway fuel economy. The 6-speed automatic transmission offers smooth and responsive performance. For the road, a 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension delivers confident road manners as do standard 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and an optional active All-Wheel Drive system. Of course, the class-exclusive AdvanceTrac System with Roll Stability Control is standard.
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