
There's no third-row seat in the 2011 Ford Edge, while many other vehicles its size have one available.
The recently redesigned Chevrolet Equinox is another five-passenger crossover well worth considering; its base 182-horsepower four-cylinder engine is adequate and very fuel-efficient, and the Equinox, while not feeling quite as upscale inside as the new Edge, is impressive for small families.
The Toyota Highlander is a bit larger inside and offers three rows of seating, along with four-cylinder or V-6 engines, but it's much more conservative in look and feel.
Those who like attractive, sporty-feeling interiors will want to consider the five-passenger Nissan Murano, while those who want a little more utility—in the way of standard all-wheel drive—should take a look at the Subaru Tribeca.
Both the Tribeca and Murano only come with larger, less fuel-efficient six-cylinder engines.
That's also the case with the Mazda CX-9; crisp handling and a sportier driving feel are what sets the Mazda apart.
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Provided you don't need a third-row seat, the 2011 Ford Edge is at last, at the leading edge of mid-size crossovers, with one of the best driver interfaces in the business. |
The 2011 Mazda CX-9 can carry seven in comfort, but it loves curves more than almost any other roomy crossover. |
With the 2011 Subaru Tribeca, first-class safety credentials and excellent all-weather handling ensure your precious ones are looked after, but if you need more than five seats, we suggest going with a bigger vehicle. |
The very family-friendly Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid impress us with their space and versatility, but show no sign of enthusiasm. |
MSRP From | |||
$27,640 | $29,135 | $30,495 | $28,090 |
Gas Mileage | |||
17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||
Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas Flat 6 | Gas I4 |
EPA Class | |||
FWD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle |
Style Name | |||
4-Door SE FWD | FWD 4-Door Sport | 4-Door 3.6R Premium | FWD 4-Door L4 Base (Natl) |
Drivetrain | |||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||
5 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Passenger Doors | |||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||
4 Door SUV | 4 Door Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door Sport Utility | 4 Door |
Transmission | |||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||
2011 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2011 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander |