2008 Ford Edge Limited AWD
Thursday, May 08, 2008
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As midsize utes or crossovers go, Ford's Edge is as good as any. The styling is good, and the Mazda 6 chassis is a fine starting point for a composed and agile, semiresponsive (considering its weight) tall wagon. The chassis is firm and the ride quality excellent--smooth but not soft (again, considering the heft). It's quiet on the freeway, and the V6 provides decent power, but no better than decent.
The exterior styling is decent, though the interior--a decent design--lacks in high-grade materials. For example, we'll take cloth over the cheap-feeling leatherlike seats any day.
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The engine has just enough power to execute passing maneuvers without worry, but the V6 won't impress anyone. Ditto on the slow-shifting transmission. This is strictly a utility vehicle, not one that you would take out for a spin just for the sake of driving. But it does exactly what it was designed for pretty well.
Yes, use the Edge the way Ford intended, and it really is quite practical. Decent amount of cargo room, plenty of rear-seat room. Even back-seat riders will be pleasantly surprised at the comfort. You could use this car quite effectively for myriad activities.
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