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Ford Edge II (facelift 2018) 2.0 EcoBoost (245 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Edge:
The Ford Edge is a crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company introduced for the 2007 model year as the first mid-size CUV marketed by Ford in North America. Deriving its name from a trim package of the Ford Ranger, the Ford Edge is positioned between the Ford Escape and the Ford Explorer within the Ford product line.
Production of the North American Edge ended in April 2024, with the third generation Edge , launched in 2023, being produced and sold exclusively in China....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2018) Overview:
Ford Edge (II (facelift 2018)). With 373 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1796 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 EcoBoost (245 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong and responsive performance, providing ample power for most driving scenarios, feeling agile for its size.
Fuel Economy
Better fuel economy than its AWD counterpart, making it a more palatable petrol option for those not needing all-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for five occupants
- • Wide range of capable and efficient EcoBlue diesel engines
- • Available powerful EcoBoost petrol engines, including the sporty ST
- • Good ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Comprehensive standard and optional technology features
Cons:
- • Petrol engine fuel economy can be high, especially with AWD
- • Interior quality, while good, doesn't quite match premium rivals
- • Driving dynamics are competent but lack the sportiness of some competitors (excluding ST)
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Edge |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 EcoBoost (245 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 122.6 Hp/l [12mm less] |
| Torque: | 373 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 207.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1796 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2078 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1110 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4796 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Width: | 1928 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1735 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1991 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2179 mm |
| Front track: | 1646 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1643 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
If you could change one thing about the Ford Edge, what would it be?