2011 Ford Edge

[Drew Dowdell]

2011 Ford Edge and Ford Edge Sport

• Dramatic freshening of the 2011 Ford Edge and Edge Sport includes extensive exterior redesign, improved materials and craftsmanship on the interior, class-exclusive technology and new powertrains
• With available MyFord Touch™ driver connect technology, the 2011 Ford Edge crossover wraps an engaging package with superior craftsmanship, capability and performance
• Ford's advanced engine valvetrain technology – Ti-VCT (Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing) – helps Edge achieve best-in-class power and torque for an uncompromised driving experience
• All-new powertrain lineup includes North America's first application of Ford's global 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine, delivering class-leading fuel economy, plus the new 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V-6 with unsurpassed fuel economy and 3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6 for Edge Sport
• Sound pack and acoustic glass: A more absorptive sound pack is found throughout the interior, which reduces high-frequency noise more effectively than material that acts merely as a barrier. The result is an improved articulation index, which measures how easy it is to hear and understand someone in the vehicle. The 2011 Edge also features an acoustic headliner, and the microphone for the SYNC® system has been relocated so it is closer to the driver for improved voice recognition. The windshield also is thicker and now acoustic-laminated on all Edge models. Finally, baked-on expandable foam baffles in the fenders and D-pillars help seal out unwanted road noise.
• Powertrain NVH improvements: Three main actions contribute to a quieter 2011 Edge from a powertrain NVH perspective. One is the more robust engine cover. The intake and exhaust systems have been completely retuned for a crisper note corresponding to Ford powertrain DNA. Finally, a "tighter" torque converter reduces engine rpm on launch and tip-in events, reducing engine noise.
• Aerodynamic improvements: Both the lowered front fascia and new underbody shields contribute to improved wind noise.

Photo Gallery: 2011 Ford Edge

[Drew Dowdell]

I'll have to say, this new Edge, while a fairly minor refresh looks wise, is a massive improvement on an already very good vehicle. None of the pictures, not mine, not Ford's do it justice.

[ocnblu]

If I could afford one of these, I'd take a hard look at one. GM has nothing quite like it, it's probably the sportiest CUV out there. I'm interested in seeing power and fuel mileage ratings for the 2.0 Ecoboost.

[regfootball]

the difference between the pre 010 fusion and the 010 fusion is HUGE. i have no doubt the improvements to the edge are as great or greater, and the edge was pretty good to start with.

[regfootball]

If I could afford one of these, I'd take a hard look at one. GM has nothing quite like it, it's probably the sportiest CUV out there. I'm interested in seeing power and fuel mileage ratings for the 2.0 Ecoboost.

i want to see the mpg on the ecoboost also.

[Satty]

Is there any reason right now to prefer GM to Ford? Ford is on such a massive roll it really isn't even close, and GM has been rolling out some pretty good stuff.

[daves87rs]

I must say, I like it. Also liked the old version too.

Hmmmm......

[2QuickZ's]

I like it! That Fusionesque grille really translates well to this SUV.

[CSpec]

A huge improvement. Ford has been amazingly adept at updating average models to great ones, without expensive complete redesigns.

[BuddyP]

Not too giddy on the material patterns that Ford has been using for interiors. Mainly referring to the Flex, but I see some of that (the ugly woodgrain for one) made it's way into the new Edge.