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2010 Ford Edge Quality Review

October 12, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

all-day comfortable" front seats
ConsumerGuide

An especially roomy back seat
Kelley Blue Book

Leather seats have a pleasing fuzzy cloth insert
Road & Track

The interior of the 2010 Ford Edge is spacious, comfortable, and accommodating, though again here when reviewers take a closer look at the details, some are slightly disappointed.

Unlike some vehicles this size, in which you'll often find a small, tight third row of seats, the 2010 Ford Edge has just two rows of seating, good for a total of five. Cars.com reports that the Edge is "easy to get in and out [of] without climbing" thanks to its "car-based design." After easing through the doors, occupants will find themselves inside a "roomy interior with ample space for five," notes Car and Driver. ConsumerGuide raves about the layout of the front seats, stating that "legroom is ample" and "even with the Vista Roof, six-footers will have sufficient headroom" while enjoying the "all-day comfortable" front seats. Kelley Blue Book observes that the Ford Edge has "an especially roomy back seat with reclining seatbacks and a center console big enough to swallow a laptop or purse," and ConsumerGuide adds that "the rear bench is supportive and offers generous legroom, knee clearance, and foot space."

Passenger space isn't the Edge's only strength; it also has quite generous cargo space and good versatility for larger loads. ConsumerGuide says that the Ford Edge "has generous cargo space, even with the rear seatbacks raised." Car and Driver finds that "cargo room behind the rear seats [is] 32 cubic feet, 70 cubes with the rear seatbacks folded." Cars.com notes 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."

The cabin of the 2010 Ford Edge is a surprisingly refined place, with a few exceptions. Cars.com says it's "noticeably quiet" at highway speeds but adds that "engine sound penetrates when it's working its hardest." ConsumerGuide calls it "gruff in full-throttle acceleration," yet both reviewers are impressed with how composed the engine is when cruising.

Taking a closer look at details inside the cabin, several reviewers find faults and areas for improvement, subpar materials being the most frequent complaints. Edmunds reports that "many of the interior materials are of low quality." ConsumerGuide points out that "hard plastic trim dominates Edge's cabin, but most pieces don't look cheap." 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.

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:all-day comfortable" front seatsConsumerGuideAn especially roomy back seatKelley Blue BookLeather seats have a pleasing fuzzy cloth insertRoad & Track The interior of the 2010 Ford Edge is spacious, comfortable, and accommodating, though again here when reviewers take a closer look at the details, some are slightly disappointed. Unlike some vehicles this size, in which you'll often find a small, tight third row of seats, the 2010 Ford Edge has just two rows of seating, good for a total of five. Cars.com reports that the Edge is "easy to get in and out [of] without climbing" thanks to its "car-based design." After easing through the doors, occupants will find themselves inside a "roomy interior with ample space for five," notes Car and Driver. ConsumerGuide raves about the layout of the front seats, stating that "legroom is ample" and "even with the Vista Roof, six-footers will have sufficient headroom" while enjoying the "all-day comfortable" front seats. Kelley Blue Book observes that the Ford Edge has "an especially roomy back seat with reclining seatbacks and a center console big enough to swallow a laptop or purse," and ConsumerGuide adds that "the rear bench is supportive and offers generous legroom, knee clearance, and foot space." Passenger space isn't the Edge's only strength; it also has quite generous cargo space and good versatility for larger loads. ConsumerGuide says that the Ford Edge "has generous cargo space, even with the rear seatbacks raised." Car and Driver finds that "cargo room behind the rear seats [is] 32 cubic feet, 70 cubes with the rear seatbacks folded." Cars.com notes 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." The cabin of the 2010 Ford Edge is a surprisingly refined place, with a few exceptions. Cars.com says it's "noticeably quiet" at highway speeds but adds that "engine sound penetrates when it's working its hardest." ConsumerGuide calls it "gruff in full-throttle acceleration," yet both reviewers are impressed with how composed the engine is when cruising. Taking a closer look at details inside the cabin, several reviewers find faults and areas for improvement, subpar materials being the most frequent complaints. Edmunds reports that "many of the interior materials are of low quality." ConsumerGuide points out that "hard plastic trim dominates Edge's cabin, but most pieces don't look cheap." 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. 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. 2010 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" The Ford Edge was just introduced for 2008, but two years later the ...

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Unlike most of its similar-size competitors, the 2010 Ford Edge doesn't have an available third row of seating. But its interior is a more comfortable place for four (or up to five) than several of its competitors, especially the Murano and Tribeca. The slight interior improvements and new SYNC system introduced on the '08 Edge help make the Ford more competitive against top peers such as the Highlander. 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 have styling that's less exciting and possibly less offensive. Premium fuel is recommended for several of the Edge's competitors, but cheaper 87-octane fuel is fine for the Edge. The Mazda CX-9 is a rival to the Edge, which has a slightly sportier character, but the two share mechanical underpinnings.

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