Along with its looks, safety and advanced features, that puts the Edge ST in first place, but probably looking over its shoulder to see if anything’s gaining on it. The Edge ST is a good start - and for now, the only vehicle in its class that delivers at all on enthusiastic aspirations. Result: Most drivers will probably rein it in early. I’m sure the SUV holds the road admirably in high-speed maneuvers, but the messages it sends to your inner ear betray its mechanical competence. That’s 14 inches taller than a Mustang and perhaps more on point, 4.5 inches taller than a BMW X4, the latest from a company that’s spent more than a decade learning how to balance SUV looks and sporty handling.įord’s performance group tuned the suspension for enthusiastic driving, but the Edge ST feels just tippy enough in fast curves to discourage really enthusiastic driving. The Edge ST is a very capable vehicle, but Ford hasn’t overcome the tendency to lean over on fast curves that comes with its 68.3-inch height. The lane-centering feature does exactly what its name suggests, reducing the number of minor steering adjustments the driver makes on the highway. After years experimenting with different types of controls, Ford has hit on a pretty good combination of touch screen, voice recognition for most features, with buttons and dials for most audio and climate control. The Edge ST’s 3,500-pound towing capacity exceeds the RDX and Murano and matches the Santa Fe. Sport mode effectively changes throttle response and holds gears in corners, increases engine braking and ratchets up the exhaust note. The steering is firm and direct, just like you’d expect in a sporty car. The 2.7L twin-turbo V6 delivers instant power for strong acceleration. The Edge ST has the most power and highest power to weight ratio among non-luxury midsize SUVs. Source: Autotrader Good power, comfort and controls (Automatic transmission, all-wheel drive models.) My test vehicle had adaptive cruise control B&O audio Apple CarPlay Android Auto leather upholstery 20-inch aluminum wheels heated steering wheel heated and cooled front seats evasive steering assist Bluetooth compatibility touch screen, voice recognition and remote start Competitive base prices The well-equipped Edge ST I tested was priced at $48,435. None of them approaches the Edge ST’s power. Similar-sized vehicles it could be compared to include the Acura RDX, Chevrolet Blazer, Hyundai Santa Fe and Nissan Murano. The Edge ST doesn’t have any direct competitors because Ford is the first mainstream brand to sell a high-powered, sporty version of its midsize SUV. That’s more than $9,000 above the base version on the regular Edge, which starts at $33,330. Standard safety and driver assistance features include blind spot and cross traffic alerts: automatic emergency braking: lane-keeping assist automatic high beams and wipers.Interior features include rotary shifter aluminum pedals leather seats with suede inserts, including 10-way driver seat with memory, and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
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