In the third generation, the SUV not only radically changed inside and out, but also grew noticeably. In addition, the model has a hybrid version.
The first show of the new Ford Edge was held in China at the end of February, and now all the characteristics are disclosed there, in addition, preliminary prices have been announced, dealers are already taking orders. In the Celestial Empire, the third-generation SUV acquired the prefix L; like the previous cross (the previous Chinese version also has a “surname” — Plus), the model is produced by a joint venture between Ford and Changan. By the way, the third-generation SUV has not yet been announced anywhere else: it is possible that the Edge will become exclusive to China. Well, let us recall that the model has been in service since 2006, it moved to the second generation in 2014 (and they tried to sell such a crossover in Russia, we even set up assembly, but the Edge quickly left the market due to weak demand), the latter is more — the “five-door” experienced a less serious modernization in 2020.
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«Third» Ford Edge L noticeably added in size. The length of the crossover is 5000 mm (+122 mm compared to the previous Edge Plus), the width is 1961 mm (+36 mm), the height is 1773 mm (+39 mm), the wheelbase has grown immediately by 100 mm to 2950 mm. Thus, the SUV approached the restyled Ford Explorer. But the Edge still has a fairly simple platform with basic front-wheel drive.
Inside and out, the crossover mimics other fresh Chinese Fords. Exterior design features include a wide radiator grille, intricate LED optics and retractable door handles. The feature of the Ford Edge itself is a window sill line with “fins” in the stern area. In the cabin there is a huge display of the multimedia system (27”), which stretches almost to the passenger door. The tidy, of course, is virtual, and it is separate (12.3”) — this screen is slightly recessed. Ford Edge L can be five- or seven-seater, while the three-row cross has two configurations: with seats arranged according to the 2 + 3 + 2 or 2 + 2 + 3 scheme. We will return to the last performance a little later.
Along with the standard model, customers are also offered the «sporty» Edge ST-Line, such an SUV has its own grille, a black insert on the front bumper and a roof of the same color, 21-inch wheels (19- or 20-inch wheels are put on a regular SUV), a dark interior with red decor.
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The Chinese Ford Edge L is available with a 2.0 petrol turbo four with a capacity of 252 hp. (378 Nm), which is combined with the classic eight-speed «automatic». In addition, in the new generation, the cross became a hybrid (but without the possibility of recharging from the mains): the HEV version has an installation based on the same 2.0T and an electromechanical variator, the total output is 275 hp. and 405 Nm. The most economical option is claimed to consume 6.31 l/100 km (on the WLTC cycle). Both versions have all-wheel drive, and the hybrid also has a traditional transmission, rather than a separate electric motor.
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The arsenal of the cheapest version includes: electric drive and heated mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, three-zone climate control, digital tidy, a multimedia system with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, a rear-view camera, car parking, adaptive cruise control, auto-braking systems and lane keeping. In more expensive trim levels, the same 27-inch multimedia screen, heated front and rear seats (the front seats are also with ventilation), all-round cameras and an expanded set of assistants appear.
Well, the top new Edge L is separate seats in the second row with ventilation and heating, folding footrests and wireless charging pads built into the armrests located in the middle. The backs of these seats can be tilted back by 60 degrees. The top version still has a head-up display.
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Ford cars left Russia even before the beginning of the well-known events. It is possible that later one of the Russian dealers will decide to bring the new Edge L to us from China under the parallel import scheme.