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Even though the North American model is made at the same plant in Canada, the Edge for Europe and the United Kingdom isn’t available in ST flavor or with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6. For this part of the world, the 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel from the Ranger Raptor will have to suffice with up to 238 PS (234 horsepower).
The EcoBlue is also available with 150 PS (147 horsepower) and 190 PS (187 horsepower). The entry-level engine comes with front-wheel drive and the eight-speed automatic transmission with rev-matching while the mid-range option is paired with a six-speed manual that drives all four wheels.
Described as the “most technologically advanced SUV ever” from Ford, the Edge for the 2019 model year comes with “a form of artificial intelligence” for the all-wheel-drive system. This was done to improve efficiency, re-direct up to 100 percent of the torque to the rear wheels, and ensure the off-road capability that one would expect from a mid-size crossover utility vehicle.
The Edge also boasts Active Cruise Control, which keeps the car centered in the lane at speeds of up to 200 km/h (125 mph). In stop/start traffic, the system is designed to bring the vehicle to a stop then accelerate if the stopping duration doesn’t take more than three seconds.
Also in the technological department, the Edge is much obliged to offer traffic sign recognition, pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection, Intelligent Speed Limiter, glare-free high beam, adaptive front lighting, blind spot information, and Evasive Steering Assist. The ESA system uses a radar and a camera to detect slow or stationary vehicles, providing steering support to the driver in the case of a collision-avoiding maneuver.
The ST-Line serves as the sportiest version in the lineup while the Vignale takes luxury to the next level. As much as Ford wants us to take the Edge seriously, some plastics on the interior are not up to snuff for a vehicle in this segment and at this price point.
Described as the “most technologically advanced SUV ever” from Ford, the Edge for the 2019 model year comes with “a form of artificial intelligence” for the all-wheel-drive system. This was done to improve efficiency, re-direct up to 100 percent of the torque to the rear wheels, and ensure the off-road capability that one would expect from a mid-size crossover utility vehicle.
The Edge also boasts Active Cruise Control, which keeps the car centered in the lane at speeds of up to 200 km/h (125 mph). In stop/start traffic, the system is designed to bring the vehicle to a stop then accelerate if the stopping duration doesn’t take more than three seconds.
Also in the technological department, the Edge is much obliged to offer traffic sign recognition, pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection, Intelligent Speed Limiter, glare-free high beam, adaptive front lighting, blind spot information, and Evasive Steering Assist. The ESA system uses a radar and a camera to detect slow or stationary vehicles, providing steering support to the driver in the case of a collision-avoiding maneuver.
The ST-Line serves as the sportiest version in the lineup while the Vignale takes luxury to the next level. As much as Ford wants us to take the Edge seriously, some plastics on the interior are not up to snuff for a vehicle in this segment and at this price point.
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