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Ford Edge II 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD 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 Overview:
Ford Edge (II). With 339 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1850 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Edge II achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating strong adult and child occupant protection, making it a safe choice for families.
3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and refined naturally aspirated V6, providing ample power for comfortable cruising, though less punchy than the turbo engines.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to the EcoBoost and diesel options, typical for a larger NA V6 with AWD.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for five occupants
- • Quiet cabin and smooth ride quality
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engine options, especially the diesels
- • Good value for money compared to premium rivals
Cons:
- • Petrol V6 engines can be thirsty, especially with AWD
- • Some interior materials feel less premium than European competitors
- • Infotainment system (early SYNC versions) can be clunky
- • Not as agile as some smaller SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2011): 2011 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Edge |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 339 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.7 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 151.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 183.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1850 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2079 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1110 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4778 mm mm [99mm more] |
| Width: | 1928 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1742 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Front track: | 1646 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1643 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 201 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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