The 2012 Ford Edge is the best midsize crossover SUV for you if want a confidently styled five-seater that embraces forward-thinking connectivity and the latest in powertrain technology.
The 2012 Ford Edge adds Ford’s EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder to its engine lineup but should otherwise be largely unchanged after a midcycle makeover for model-year 2011. That freshening gave it tweaked styling, engines updates, and the advanced
MyFord Touch infotainment operating system. At most, the 2012 Edge would see a color or two added or deleted from the exterior palette and some shifting of features among trim levels or option packages.
Should you wait for the 2012 Ford Edge or buy a 2011 Ford Edge? Wait for the 2012 Edge if you’re turned on by the EcoBoost’s pledge of four-cylinder fuel economy with V-6 performance. Buy the 2011 Ford Edge if you fancy all-wheel drive, which will only be available with one of the V-6s. Other than the EcoBoost, the 2012 Edge shouldn’t have much worth waiting for. The 2011 version already represents the Edge that’ll be current until this crossover’s next full redesign, expected for mod
el-year 2014.
New Features
- New for 2012 is the Ford’s turbocharged EcoBoost engine, portended to become a mainstay due to the EPA’s increasingly stringent emission regulations. The Edge EcoBoost variant is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder powerplant, which compensates for its size with a turbocharger and direct-fuel injection. Exact numbers are unavailable but anticipated horsepower and torque are approximately 237 and 250, respectively. Other changes, interior or exterior, will be minimal.
Safety
- Safety features for the forthcoming Ford Edge will be similar to the 2011 equipment. The airbag system includes dual-stage front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags. Active safety features are managed under AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control. Passive safety elements include SOS Post-Crash Alert System, blind spot mirrors, 4-wheel ABS brakes and MyKey, which limits maximum speed and audio volume. Optional safety features include a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control and Blind Spot Information System. The 2011 model has not yet been crash-tested by the NHTSA or IIHS.
The Competition to the 2012 Ford Edge
- The Edge faces fierce competition. Ford’s own Flex and Explorer SUVs are other options, while the Nissan Murano and Mazda CX-9 are more athletic alternatives. Many challengers, including the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, offer better fuel economy and power. The 2012 Ford Edge is a solid SUV in a brimming sea of solid SUVs. The choice is difficult, and the Edge’s high-dollar sticker makes things no easier.
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