The Ford Edge midsized SUV
went through some major updates for 2019 that will put this Edge in a much
stronger position and make it one of the most desirable family movers in its
class.
Several car critics/writers
are giving high praise for this new five-seater crossover from Ford. For example, the trustworthy organization
Consumer Reports gave the Ford Edge one of their coveted “Check Marks” for a
Recommended Vehicle. But, don't take anyone's word for it and just do your own
due diligence with an up close and personal inspection of this new Edge with
the friendly folks at Waxahachie Ford located at 2401 N. Interstate 35E in Waxahachie,
Texas or by calling the dealership at 972.825.4500 and give your expectations a
very pleasant test drive.
What is causing the most
excitement is the new ST model for those motor heads who have children. This “hot hatch” takes the regular Edge and
just pumps it with steroids which makes the Edge ST a thrill ride with the
brains to match.
Under its handsome hood lives
a 2.7-liter V6 Turbocharged EcoBoost engine that delivers 335 anxious ponies
and produces an amazing 380 lb-ft of asphalt gripping torque. The powerful six is mated with a smooth
shifting 8-speed automatic that has paddle shifters. This combo in the ST will put you at 60 mph
in a blink over five seconds and sounding great in the process. The other big plus is that the ST Edge comes
standard with AWD, stronger suspension, heavy duty monotube shocks, larger sway
bar, 20-inch wheels and more goodies.
The finishing touch for this menacing machine is the ST Performance
Brake Package that has those sticky summer tires, vented disc brakes, masculine
looking red calipers that set the sporty theme.
This new Ford Edge ST is also
great looking with its gentle curves, sleek styling, cat's eye headlamps, black
grille and dual-exhaust outlets that makes sure it refuses to go
unnoticed. Sounding great and looking
like a brute with its red ST badges.
Inside, this theme continues with the Edge's updated cabin and seats
that hold you like your favorite leather gloves while taking on those country
curves.
For your entertainment,
communication and safety desires this Edge is outfitted with Ford's highly
rated Sync3 infotainment system. Talking
about safety, the Edge has many standard safety features that include the
highly popular forward collision warning/braking with pedestrian
detection. Thank you, Ford.
Now if you are not into that
much horsepower, then also test drive the regular Edge with its feisty
2.0-liter turbo inline four that kicks out 250 lively horses. This Edge achieves a fine balance of comfort
and precision, while the ST is for the enthusiast-oriented driver bringing more
horses to the party. Consumer Reports
commented recently: “The Edge's quiet cabin, steady ride and agile handling
wouldn't be out of place in a luxury car.”
So, go ahead and find out what
all the fuss is about with the new redesigned Ford Edge and the ST model. No
better time than now.
