2013 Ford Edge vs. Its Competition

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May 23, 2013

With five seats, available all-wheel drive, and at least one version with a 30-mpg EPA highway rating, the Ford Edge draws fire from some top sellers in the crossover segment.

The Chevy Equinox has a four-cylinder model with a 32-mpg highway rating; it's nciely styled and trimmed, with good packaging that includes a sliding second-row seat.

The Nissan Murano and Toyota Venza don't quite hit the same fuel-economy numbers, but both are stylish entries with underpinnings that have a reputation for durability (Altima, Camry).

In Ford's own lineup, two other crossovers are worth a long look before you choose an Edge: the latest Explorer has seven seats, but the third row's a little smaller than some; it has the same powertrains as the Edge but adds a turbocharged V-6 this year in a Sport model that's an SHO in all but name.

The 2013 Escape is a little smaller than the Edge, but much more nimble, and its top mileage numbers reach an EPA-estimated 33 mpg.

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8.2 The 2013 Ford Edge cuts through the crossover clutter with a 30-mpg turbo model, MyFord Touch's step-ahead connectivity, and exceptional interior room.	8 The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is a good, affordable choice for cost-conscious families, but it doesn't skimp on comfort, safety, or the latest connectivity features.	8 After eleven years, a change-up: the 2013 Ford Escape drops the faux-SUV pitch and reels off authentically athletic looks and performance.	8.8 The Ford Explorer trades some trail-riding and towing for on-road driving lessons, and comes out fluent.	7.8 The 2013 Nissan Murano trades away some utility and space-efficiency in the name of style and refinement.	7.4 The Toyota Venza gets substantial improvements in entertainment and connectivity for 2013; otherwise it remains a comfortable, practical, and somewhat stylish pick for those who don't need a rugged SUV.
MSRP From
$27,555	$24,155	$22,470	$29,100	$30,450	$27,850
Gas Mileage
17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy	20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy	21 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V6	Gas/Ethanol I4	Gas I4	Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas I4
EPA Class
FWD Sport Utility Vehicle	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD	Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD	2WD Sport Utility	Sport Utility
Style Name
4-Door SE FWD	FWD 4-Door LS	FWD 4-Door S	FWD 4-Door Base	2WD 4-Door S	4-Door Wagon I4 FWD LE (Natl)
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
5	5	5	7	5	5
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Sport Utility	Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility	Wagon
Transmission
Automatic w/manual shift	Automatic	Automatic w/Manual Shift	Automatic w/manual shift	Continuously Variable Ratio	Automatic