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Introducing the 2015 Ford Edge
Last week, I headed to Dearborn, Michigan for the 2014 Go Further with Ford Trends Conference. One of the highlights of the conference was when they unveiled the new 2015 Ford Edge, their popular mid-size crossover utility vehicle.
The 2015 Edge is a big deal: It will be the flagship of the new Ford lineup globally and compete in the European luxury vehicle market. It’s also a solid contender right here in the US. Did you know that the Edge line of vehicles is a best-seller on the West coast? I can’t say I’m surprised; this type of car really is ideal for the Pacific Northwest. With my interest piqued, I spent a day getting to know more about the 2015 Edge.
2015 Ford Edge: Technology With a Purpose
Edge: The Technology
All I can say is that technology has come a long way since Ford made my 1960 Mercury Comet! Today’s offerings come with so many features that we could have only dreamed of before.
A stripped-down front dashboard with the 180-degree front camera with washer. If you look hard, you can spot me in the picture! 😉
Rear view cameras are standard now, but this is the first time I’d really thought about front view cameras. The Edge comes equipped with this 180-degree view camera on the front of the car, complete with a little washer built in to maintain visibility.
Three split screens show each angle, with an indicator on the screen to help you orient yourself as to which camera you’re looking at. I’d be really interested to try this out myself and see what the visibility is like – the Edge is a slightly larger vehicle than I normally drive, so I like the idea of having more visibility, but I haven’t experienced parking with it myself yet.
Adaptive steering
I also got a closer look at adaptive steering, a technology that Ford is launching in the Edge but could work in all vehicles will probably be rolled out in more models in the future. This allows you to customize the steering settings; this will be of particular interest to sporty drivers, but will also be more maneuverable at low speeds. I asked if I’d be able to create a custom setting to recreate the manual steering in my Comet – maybe in a future Edge, huh? 😉
I was also fascinated by Select Shift Transmission, which is essentially like driving an automatic that can go into manual when you select “Sport” mode. Isn’t that cool?
Fuel-Efficient EcoBoost Engine
The Edge also has a 2.7 liter V6 EcoBoost engine, a fuel-efficient option for drivers.
EcoBoost Engine
2015 Ford Edge: Driver Assist Technologies Include
- 180-degree front camera with washer
- Rearview camera
- Side-parking sensors
- BLIS w/Cross Traffic Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane-keeping system
- Collision warning with brake support
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Adaptive steering
- Voice activated navigation
- AdvanceTrac with roll stability control
- Auto start-stop technology
- Select Shift Transmission
2015 Ford Edge: Style & Substance
Ford Edge on display
Besides all the techie goodness, it’s clear that this is also a very attractive car! It’s been designed for luxury-minded customers with more leg room – a car that has enough space to be roomy and practical, without being overly large.
The Ford Edge will appeal to trendy consumers who like to make a statement with what they drive!
Unveiling the 2015 Ford Edge
Read more about the 2014 Go Further with Ford Trends Conference
My goodness, this Ford Edge is really spiffy. They really seem to have thought of everything. We have a Mazda car and a Ford truck (which my husband uses for work). Oddly enough, our Mazda has had no problems in the 3 years we’ve owned it, but my husband’s truck is so moody and has always had issues. It’s a shame. This would be a MAJOR upgrade.
We are HUGE ford peeps over here. Love most of their stuff, always have…but that yellowish color, totally reminds me of my parents little station wagon in 1975 😉
Those engines are something, aren’t they? Love it
That is a good looking car. I was looking into a Ford Edge a few years ago.
I had the chance to drive a Ford Edge last year, and I loved it. It gave us a little more space then my Ford Escape and was perfect for a road trip with the kids
I’ve had my eye on this to replace my Explorer. I’m very happy to know more about it.
That is a wicked cool car! And those features are pretty sweet! That Camera! I’m really impressed with that one!
Sounds like ford really out did itself this time. I love all these new features it is so cool. Thanks for sharing.
Wow! The Edge is such a great looking car and it is filled with lots of cool features.
Wow it looks like they put a lot of itme and effort into creating this! Looks like one awesome car!
I love that color. It is so slick! Does this ride up higher than a regular car? I like to be up higher.
I like getting first dibs on things! Lucky you to have witnessed the unveiling of Ford’s latest technology.
Wow, I am impressed with all of the great technology that they are putting into cars today. I know that my husband would love to have a Ford Edge and one day we will get one.