2020 Ford Edge

A great urban companion and a good balance of power and fuel economy. That' s what the Ford Edge is. Packed with features and loaded with equipment, the Ford Edge happens to be a pretty attractive package.

Ford also offers great driving experience, good comfort levels, and practicality. All-in-all a great value for your money and easily one of the best city commuters currently in the market.

There is no shortage of options when it comes to choosing the new Ford Edge 2020. There are three different trims available: SE, SEL, and Titanium with price ranging from $31,100 to $40,675. For powertrains, Ford offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission.

Trims	SE	SEL	Titanium
MSRP (RWD)	$31,100	$34,355	$38,100
MSRP (AWD)	$33,095	$36,350	$40,095
Engine	2.0L Turbo I4	2.0L Turbo I4	2.0L Turbo I4
Features	Electric Power-Assisted Steering(EPAS)	All the features in SE trim added and:	All the features in SEL trim added and:
	Intelligent Access with Push Button Start	Illuminated Door Sill Plates	Bang and Olufsen Sound System
	Lane-Keeping System	Adaptive Cruise Control	Driver’s seat memory with 10-way movement
	FordPass Connect with 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot	Evasive Steering	Adaptive LED Headlamps
	18-inch Aluminum Wheels	Two Driver configurable 4.2-inch display in Cluster	Acoustic Front row side windows
	Audio Input Jack	Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Active Park Assist
	Rear View Camera
	Bi-LED Headlamps
	SiriusXM Radio

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The SE should be your best bet if you just need a basic crossover without having to worry about a bunch of pricey options. But if you desire something more, we think the SEL is the way to go.

It offers more amenities and access to options packages while keeping the price reasonable. Make sure to get it with the Equipment Group 201A package for the desirable Sync 3 infotainment system.

There are no major changes mechanically under the Edge’s hood for the year 2020. The standard 2.0-liter turbo-4 is fuel-efficient and perfectly acceptable in most situations. It comes with 245 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque, fitted with an 8-speed automatic that shifts power through the front wheel or through all four wheels. 

The only downside to the powertrain is that the 8-speed auto could have been quicker to downshift when more power is needed. Power is transmitted to all the four wheels which in turn helps in traction at uneven pavements. The ST trim is the sportier variant of the Edge, so, it gets a turbocharged V6 engine that propels 335 hp along with 380 pound-feet of torque.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
MSRP	$31,100	$31,700	$32,195	$33,495
Engine	2.0L Turbo I4	2.4L I4	3.6L V6	2.5L I4
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic	8-Speed Automatic	9-Speed Automatic
Horsepower	245 hp @5500 rpm	181 hp @6000 rpm	295 hp @6400 rpm	193 hp @6300 rpm
Torque	275 lb-ft @3000 rpm	175 lb-ft @4000 rpm	260 lb-ft @4000 rpm	188 lb-ft @4400 rpm

There is an old-school 3.6-liter V-6 with 295 hp and 260-pound-feet of torque and makes the Grand Cherokee fastest among the lot. The Hyundai Tucson and Chevrolet Blazer have a similar displacement and both are naturally aspirated which dishes out identical horsepower. 

Acceleration

The base 245-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 takes 7.6 seconds to make 60 mph which is average for the class. But if speed is your thing then go with the 315-hp Edge ST that bolts from rest to 60 mph in 5.6 and is the quickest in the segment.

The twin-scroll turbocharger makes sure to tap in added air and present you with the combined boost with insignificant lag. This makes it a very reliable mile muncher as well.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
0-60 MPH	7.6 s	8.8	N/A	8.1 s
Quarter mile	15.9 s	N/A	11.6	14.7 s
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr)	6.1	5.9	6.8	6.3

The only car that betters the Edge in terms of 0-60 MPH acceleration timings is the Grand Cherokee Laredo. The Hyundai Tucson and Chevrolet Blazer take 8.8 and 8.1 seconds respectively which is slower than the Ford Edge.

Ride and Handling

The Edge is quite athletic for its size and does handle really well. In spite of the noticeable body roll that' s there on offer but the characteristics of the car are such that it always wants to dive into corners and wants to take on challenging corners. Handling is neither sports Car-Esque nor it is like a conventional SUV. It somewhat sits in between both of them. Steering is pretty responsive and does offer a decent amount of feedback.

Ride quality is plush. The Edge is in fact built to offer the passengers a plush and comfortable ride. The suspension set up is thoughtfully set up and it tries to absorb every bump and pothole. 

During high-speed cornering, there is a chance of you getting thrown around. Otherwise ride quality is pretty decent. Edge’s handling feels remarkably stable and controlled for a vehicle this size. The electric steering on the Edge is well-weighted. There's good response entering a turn and road feedback from the front tires is nonexistent.

Braking 

Edge's brakes although they feel a little touchy initially, although they provide strong, reassuring stopping power which is above average for the class with 129 feet needed to stop from 60 mph. The Ford Edge comes with rather a large set of brakes. Upfront, you get 13.6 inches diameter discs and at the rear, you get 12.4 inches diameter discs. 

The braking stats of the Ford are somewhat disappointing given the fact that this car has the largest set of brakes and the lowest curb weight in the competition

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
Brake Front (in.)	13.6	12.0	13.0	12.6
Brake Rear (in.)	12.4	11.9	13.0	12.4
60-0 MPH (ft)	129 ft	N/A	125 ft	126 ft

Jeep Grand Cherokee is the biggest of the group which demands more bite, thus it is outfitted with the most generous rotors of the lot with 13-inch on all four corners.  Hyundai Tucson is dressed with the smallest brakes of the lot and it doesn’t impede braking performance.

Using a smaller engine and slapping a turbocharger on it helps the Edge to achieve the best fuel economy figures in the competition. The Ford can go for 22 miles in the city on a single gallon of fuel while on the highway, this mid-sized SUV can go for 29 miles on a gallon of fuel.

The Ford Edge gets a combined fuel economy rating of 24 MPG. When you opt for the all-wheel-drive option, then expect 1 mpg less in every figure.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
MPG (city)	22	22	19	21
MPG (highway)	29	28	26	27
MPG (combined)	25	25	21	23
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal.)	18.5	16.4	24.6	19.4
Range (City/Highway)	407/537	361/459	467/640	407/524

Hyundai Tucson gives the same EPA figures as the Ford Edge but it's substandard in performance figures makes it biased. This well-balanced attitude is the takeaway trait that highlights the Edge. Jeep Grand Cherokee is the least efficient because of its huge body and unoptimized powerhouse.

Hop on to the inside and you' ll rather find yourself in a pretty spacious cabin. The dashboard is neatly laid out and the cabin feels quite premium. You' ll find some good quality materials and the levels of fit and finish are also great. Moreover, it actually does feel that you are inside in an entry-level luxury crossover even if you aren' t.

Deletion of the third seat helps the Ford Edge to offer the 5 passengers with more leg, head and shoulder room. Upfront, the Ford offers a total head/shoulder/leg room of 40.2/60.3/42.6 inches respectively while at the rear it offers a total head/shoulder/leg room of 40.3/60.5/40.6 inches respectively. The seats are nice and comfy and overall it just feels nice to be on the inside.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	40.2/60.3/42.6	39.6/57.1/41.5	39.9/58.7/40.3	39.8/59.1/41.0
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	40.3/60.5/40.6	39.2/55.5/38.2	39.2/58.0/38.6	38.6/58.6/39.6

A host of optional features like heated and ventilated front seats with memory settings and a leather-wrapped steering wheel adds up to the premium appeal. Edge has one of the best-sorted cabins with ample space for both rows. The competition doesn’t even stand a chance against this!

Infotainment System

All the trims are loaded with an 8-inch touch screen infotainment system that features Ford’s intuitive SYNC 3 software. You will get used to the interface in no time, unlike the competition which has complicated setups. But it requires a long due update, as the UI looks dated and is awkward to use on a modern car.

Infotainment Features

• 8-inch touch screen
• Bang and Olufsen Sound System
• Audio Input Jack
• SYNC 3
• FordPass Connect with 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot
• SiriusXM Radio
• Voice-activated Infotainment Controls
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

How much cargo can the Ford Edge take?

The Ford takes the edge with an impressive 39.2 cubic feet of cargo volume. The cargo floor is low which makes loading and unloading heavy cargo easy. The second row is foldable which paves way for a huge 73.4 cubic feet of cargo space.

It has an edge here as most of its competitors come with three rows thus eating away from the cargo space. On the downside, the rear seats don’t fold down completely and so restrict movement of larger cargo.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
Cargo Volume (cu.-ft)	39.2	31.0	36.3	30.5

Jeep Grand Cherokee comes close to the Edge’s offering with 36.3 cubic feet of cargo space. Chevrolet Blazer due to its small rear overhang accounts to a minimal 30.5 cubic feet of volume.

Interior Features

• Dual-Zone Climate Control
• Wireless Charging Pad
• Push Button Start/Stop
• Two Driver configurable 4.2-inch LCD Display in Cluster
• Universal Garage Door Opener
• Ambient Lighting
• Memory Feature for external mirrors
• Heated Steering Wheel
• 110V/150W AC Power Outlet

2020 Ford Edge has a squat profile though it is neither the tallest nor the widest in the segment. It looks conservative yet stylish with the trapezoidal grille in the front and ending with a sloped rear. The ST model meanwhile looks different with its piano black grille treatment, unique headlights, and body-color front and rear fascia.

Wheel sizes range from 18-inch alloys on SE and SEL models to the 19-inch alloys on Titanium models, all the way to 20-inches on the Sport. There is also a 21-inch option available for the Sport trim. Sport also gets a sport-tuned suspension.

Models	Ford Edge SE	Hyundai Tucson Ultimate	Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo	Chevrolet Blazer 1LT
Length (in)	188.8	176.2	189.8	191.4
Width (in)	75.9	72.8	76.5	76.7
Height (in)	68.3	64.8	69.3	67.0
Ground clearance (in)	8	6.4	8.6	7.4
Wheelbase (in)	112.2	105.1	114.7	112.7
Track width (in) F/R	64.8/64.7	63.3/63.8	63.9/64.1	66.4/66.2
Curb weight (lbs)	3959	3492	4513	3805

In terms of absolute size, the Grand Cherokee takes the win, but that also comes with a large body that results in inactive body dynamics. Hyundai Tucson has the best amalgam of size and weight which makes it the lightest of the lot.

Exterior Features

• Bi-LED Headlamps
• Automatic Wiper Activated Headlamps
• Roof Rack Side Rails
• Beltline Molding
• LED Tail Lights
• Heated Power Mirror with memory
• Acoustic Laminated Windshield 

Mixed reviews from safety agencies hold the Edge back from scoring better in this category. A five-star rating from NHTSA is good, but it doesn’t take into consideration IIHS’s unique small-overlap crash test, in which the Edge earned only an Acceptable score. The 2020 Ford Edge comes with a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Safety Features

• Driver and front passenger Dual Stage airbags
• Driver Knee airbag
• Glove Box Door Integrated Knee Airbag
• Rear View Camera
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)
• Perimeter Alarm
• SOS Post Crash Alert System
• SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System
• Adaptive Cruise Control

Ford Edge vs Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson is a more contemporary and young contender which is the meaning of “bang for the buck”. It has a multitude of features that are excellent for the price. It has a more advanced interior with an easy to use infotainment system, both of which the Ford lacks. But it lacks far backward in performance which can be a deal-breaker for some. 

But Ford tries to succeed this with excellent levels of comfort and cabin space. It also provides a very quiet cabin which makes it utterly comfortable for highway drives. But it still fails to outweigh the Tucson for the overall modern package it provides. Thus, the Hyundai is our choice of the two.

Ford Edge vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is the American rival of the Ford Edge. Jeep uses a larger 3.6-liter engine and thus makes more power than Ford. On the flip side, Ford has better acceleration and fuel economy figures. Moreover, the Jeep is $2000 costlier than the Ford.

Clearly, Ford is the better car here that offers a balance of power and fuel economy.

Ford Edge vs Chevrolet Blazer

Blazer is the latest offering from Chevy which looks a lot like Camaro’s bloated cousin! It looks edgy and modern but is poor in terms of practicality and performance. It does the score for the refined ride quality and agility of a performance sedan. But Ford masters all of these perks with ease and adds a lot more to it.

It involves a much more powerful engine with plenty of interior space, which is a luxury on the Chevy. We would affirmatively go for the much more potent and desirable Ford Edge over the Chevy Blazer.

Ford Edge is a good choice to consider if you do not seek third-row seating. It also has a handsome amount of cargo space for a two-row SUV. Edge also boasts a roomy interior with ample space in both the rows making it a suitable family hauler. Ford has also offered Sport trim that adds a little swank to the SUV.

However, there are some better rival crossover SUVs worth considering. Nissan Murano has one of the finest interiors while Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sorento seats up to seven and have better-towing capacity.