Behind the Wheel of the 2022 Ford Edge

Did you know that the Edge was Ford’s first midsize crossover? With models like the Expedition cornering the three-row market for the American automaker, Ford debuted the Edge in 2007 as a midsize crossover with a knack for balancing efficiency, versatility, and innovation. This balance is exactly what you’ll find when you shop for the 2022 Ford Edge at Kate Faupel Ford, your Mt. Vernon Ford dealer.

Efficiency

Power isn’t mutually exclusive with efficiency, at least not on the 2022 Edge. The Edge comes standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine with automatic start-stop technology. This feature automatically shuts off the engine to conserve fuel when the Edge comes to a stop. Once your foot leaves the brake pedal, the engine seamlessly comes to life, offering the same responsiveness and quick acceleration as you’ve come to expect from a powerful SUV like the Edge. So, just how much power does the 2.0-liter deliver?

Mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, the 2.0-liter EcoBoost delivers 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque for quick acceleration and responsive handling in any situation. This power isn’t mutually exclusive with efficiency, as you might’ve guessed by the automatic start-stop technology. The 2022 Edge averages 21 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway, allowing you to spend less on fuel and more on your next adventure.

The biggest surprise in the Edge’s 2022 lineup is the performance-inspired Edge ST. Designed to deliver a “license to thrill,” the ST comes standard with Ford’s powerful 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine that features aluminum heads and a compact graphite iron engine block, both of which reduce the engine’s weight to deliver more power and better handling. The numbers don’t lie with the powerhouse churning out 335 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque with an average fuel economy of 19 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway, both of which are impressive considering the thrill you’ll have any time you step on the gas.

Versatility

Think about everything that your life demands, from your daily commute and errands in town to your hobbies, activities, and bucket-list items. Your life is rich and versatile, which means it’s only fitting that the 2022 Edge matches that versatility mile for mile. To do this means making the Edge practical, functional, and capable. Practical and functional enough to get you and your passengers safely from Point A to Point B and capable enough to make the journey with confidence and ease.

Features like the standard Intelligent AWD system are responsible for the Edge’s versatility and your confidence behind the wheel. The system constantly monitors the tires for slippage and loss of traction. When it senses either, it directs torque to the tire or tires that need it most. This minimizes the risk of traction loss and gives you more control behind the wheel when driving conditions change.

While the AWD system enables the Edge to confidently tackle harsh terrain, the available Class II Trailer Tow Package with Sway Control extends its versatility as a capable hauler. The Edge itself is spacious and offers ample room for passengers and cargo; however, Ford extends this capability with the Edge’s maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. This means saying “yes” to more adventures since you can easily haul a trailer, camper, or a small boat to the lake for the weekend. With Trailer Sway Control, you have the tools you need to stay in control and navigate the road ahead even when you’re pulling a modest-sized load.

Innovation

Innovation is one of the 2022 Edge’s biggest selling points, especially when you discover everything you get in an SUV that starts at $35,395. Every Edge in the five-trim lineup comes standard with an expansive 12-inch center touchscreen display that’s home to Ford’s renowned SYNC 4A infotainment system. The system delivers over-the-air updates to the Edge, which ensures the SUV is always operating with the latest software. This, in turn, eliminates having to go into the dealership to update the software so that the Edge functions properly.

The Edge’s SYNC 4 system is also home to smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This puts your favorite apps at your fingertips in a layout that’s intuitive and familiar, mimicking that of your smartphone. Apps like FordPass and Ford+Alexa extend your connectivity and control over the SUV. The FordPass app gives you access to remote features like start/stop, lock/unlock, scheduled start, and vehicle status checks while Ford+Alexa allows you to use simple voice commands to make calls, respond to messages, schedule appointments, stream your favorite music, navigate the fastest route, and more.

As Ford’s SYNC 4 infotainment system keeps you connected and informed, the Edge’s extensive suite of safety and driver-assist tools enhance your awareness, monitor your focus, and minimize the potential for collision. The Ford Co-Pilot360 is one of the best in the segment and comes with a wide range of standard features that help you drive smarter and safer. For example, the Edge’s Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert makes it easy to change lanes by alerting you to vehicles in your blind spots. Cross-Traffic Alert works similarly and looks out for traffic behind the SUV, extending your visibility as you back out of a parking space or congested area.

The Edge’s Lane-Keeping System is designed to help you keep the Edge in its lane by providing subtle vibrations of the steering wheel to notify you when the Edge is drifting. If this occurs too many times, the Edge’s Driver Alert system will notify you that it’s time to pull over and take a break. While the Lane-Keeping System monitors your position on the road, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking constantly monitors what’s ahead of the Edge. It alerts you to potential collisions and, if a collision is imminent, will automatically apply the brakes to minimize the impact. In these instances, Evasive Steering Assist can also engage by giving you added steering support when you turn quickly to avoid a collision.

Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering is one of the most helpful features you’ll find on the Edge because it’s designed to work with you and for you. Unlike traditional cruise control, where you constantly have to set and reset the cruising speed, Adaptive Cruise Control monitors the flow of traffic and adjusts the Edge’s cruising speed as needed. The feature also works in stop-and-go traffic by bringing the Edge to a controlled stop and then accelerating as needed. How’s that for making your commute in rush-hour traffic less stressful?

An Edge Over the Competition

Bolder and more sophisticated than ever before, the 2022 Ford Edge proves you no longer have to settle for anything less than exceptional in an SUV. The Edge effortlessly balances efficiency with power thanks to its two-engine lineup that delivers the power and torque you need exactly when you need it. The Edge’s standard AWD adds to its versatility and ensures you have the confidence and control to explore any terrain. Its vast array of innovative technology that stretches from the renowned SYNC 4 system to its suite of advanced driver-assist and safety features add to its value and give the Edge an even bigger advantage over the competition.

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