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2009 Ford Edge Quality Review

December 20, 2008

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

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Leather seats have a pleasing fuzzy cloth insert
Road & Track

Behind the second row is 32.2 cubic feet of cargo space
Cars.com

Assembly quality is fine
ConsumerGuide

An especially roomy back seat
Kelley Blue Book

Anyone interested in the 2009 Ford Edge will be pleased to discover that the interior is roomy, accommodating, and very comfortable.

The 2009 Ford Edge is a "five-seat crossover," according to Cars.com, that is "easy to get in and out [of] without climbing," thanks to its "car-based design." After easing through the doors, Car and Driver contends that occupants will find themselves inside a "roomy interior with ample space for five." ConsumerGuide raves about the layout of the front seats, pointing out that "legroom is ample" and "even with the Vista Roof, six-footers will have sufficient headroom" while enjoying the "all-day comfortable" front seats. The rear bench seat proves to be a hit as well, with Kelley Blue Book reporting that the Ford Edge offers "an especially roomy back seat with reclining seatbacks and a center console big enough to swallow a laptop or purse," while ConsumerGuide adds that "the rear bench is supportive and offers generous legroom, knee clearance, and foot space."

In addition to its supremely comfortable seating arrangement, the 2009 Ford Edge offers versatility and practicality in the form of a cavernous cargo space. ConsumerGuide says that the Ford Edge "has generous cargo space, even with the rear seatbacks raised." Car and Driver agrees, finding that "cargo room behind the rear seats [is] 32 cubic feet, 70 cubes with the rear seatbacks folded." Cars.com reports that, "for 2009, Ford has added passenger grab handles and a cargo management system for better cargo and passenger flexibility" while also mentioning that the Ford Edge features a "generously sized center console storage bin."

While the 2009 Ford Edge has many appealing qualities in this category, it is definitely not without its share of faults. Chief among the criticisms levied against the Ford 2009 Edge is that the quality of the interior materials is subpar—at least in look and feel. ConsumerGuide, for example, points out that "hard plastic trim dominates Edge's cabin, but most pieces don't look cheap," although Edmunds finds that "many of the interior materials are of low quality." On the positive side, Road & Track reviewers appreciate the "thicker, leather-wrapped steering wheel with white stitching" and "pleasing fuzzy cloth insert" in the seats, which add a small dose of upscale ambiance.

One pleasant surprise on the 2009 Ford Edge is the subdued atmosphere of the cabin, which Cars.com calls "noticeably quiet" at highway speeds. Although Cars.com says that the "engine sound penetrates when it's working its hardest," and ConsumerGuide calls it "gruff in full-throttle acceleration," both reviewers are impressed with how composed the engine is when cruising.

Conclusion

A long road trip in the 2009 Ford Edge shouldn't be a problem thanks to its above-average cargo capacity and very comfortable seats.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Leather seats have a pleasing fuzzy cloth insertRoad & TrackBehind the second row is 32.2 cubic feet of cargo spaceCars.comAssembly quality is fineConsumerGuideAn especially roomy back seatKelley Blue Book Anyone interested in the 2009 Ford Edge will be pleased to discover that the interior is roomy, accommodating, and very comfortable. The 2009 Ford Edge is a "five-seat crossover," according to Cars.com, that is "easy to get in and out [of] without climbing," thanks to its "car-based design." After easing through the doors, Car and Driver contends that occupants will find themselves inside a "roomy interior with ample space for five." ConsumerGuide raves about the layout of the front seats, pointing out that "legroom is ample" and "even with the Vista Roof, six-footers will have sufficient headroom" while enjoying the "all-day comfortable" front seats. The rear bench seat proves to be a hit as well, with Kelley Blue Book reporting that the Ford Edge offers "an especially roomy back seat with reclining seatbacks and a center console big enough to swallow a laptop or purse," while ConsumerGuide adds that "the rear bench is supportive and offers generous legroom, knee clearance, and foot space." In addition to its supremely comfortable seating arrangement, the 2009 Ford Edge offers versatility and practicality in the form of a cavernous cargo space. ConsumerGuide says that the Ford Edge "has generous cargo space, even with the rear seatbacks raised." Car and Driver agrees, finding that "cargo room behind the rear seats [is] 32 cubic feet, 70 cubes with the rear seatbacks folded." Cars.com reports that, "for 2009, Ford has added passenger grab handles and a cargo management system for better cargo and passenger flexibility" while also mentioning that the Ford Edge features a "generously sized center console storage bin." While the 2009 Ford Edge has many appealing qualities in this category, it is definitely not without its share of faults. Chief among the criticisms levied against the Ford 2009 Edge is that the quality of the interior materials is subpar—at least in look and feel. ConsumerGuide, for example, points out that "hard plastic trim dominates Edge's cabin, but most pieces don't look cheap," although Edmunds finds that "many of the interior materials are of low quality." On the positive side, Road & Track reviewers appreciate the "thicker, leather-wrapped steering wheel with white stitching" and "pleasing fuzzy cloth insert" in the seats, which add a small dose of upscale ambiance. One pleasant surprise on the 2009 Ford Edge is the subdued atmosphere of the cabin, which Cars.com calls "noticeably quiet" at highway speeds. Although Cars.com says that the "engine sound penetrates when it's working its hardest," and ConsumerGuide calls it "gruff in full-throttle acceleration," both reviewers are impressed with how composed the engine is when cruising. ConclusionA long road trip in the 2009 Ford Edge shouldn't be a problem thanks to its above-average cargo capacity and very comfortable seats.  2009 FORD EDGE STYLING | [8 out of 10] Car and Driver: "Although the vehicle is overweight, the styling is terrific" Edmunds: "The cabin of the Edge is rather ordinary" Cars.com: "The Edge looks like a bulky wagon" For 2009, Ford has broadened the Ford Edge lineup with an all-new ...

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Other Choices:

Most of the competitors to the 2009 Ford Edge have an available third row of seating, but the Edge makes do with very roomy appointments for five and generous cargo space. In that respect, the Nissan Murano and Toyota Venza are the closest competitors, as they also offer only two rows and tend toward a flashier outward appearance. The Tribeca offers a third row, but it’s unusable for all but small children. The Edge’s interior more comfortably holds four (or up to five) than several of its competitors, especially the Murano and Tribeca. The Toyota Highlander, recently redesigned, is one of the segment sales leaders, but the Edge has an edge in terms of features like the SYNC interface and Vista Roof. Relative to the Edge, the Tribeca and CX-9 are a little sportier on the road, with a slightly firmer suspension setting and crisper handling, while the Highlander and Veracruz's styling is less exciting and possibly less offensive. The Mazda CX-9 is a rival to the Edge, which has a slightly sportier character, but the two share mechanical underpinnings. Finally, premium fuel is recommended for several of the Edge's competitors, but cheaper 87-octane fuel is fine for the Edge.

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