A mid size crossover SUV, Ford Edge is manufactured by the pioneering American car maker Ford Motor Company based out of Detroit, United States. Ford Motor Company was founded by the legendary Henry Ford who introduced the assembly line technique of mass production of automobiles. Ford Edge is available in the all wheel drive option. The new model year of Ford Edge which is 2011 Ford Edge has not been summarily revamped but there are substantial upgrades and changes in the features of the mid size SUV. It is available in four trim levels which are SE, SEL, Limited and Sport. This five passenger crossover utility vehicle is a marriage between spacious utility and style.

Coming to the engines used in the new 2011 Ford Edge, it is available in three different engine types to choose from. You can choose a 2.0 liter four cylinder turbocharged engine that can generate 240 hp of maximum power and 270 pound feet of maximum torque. The second option in engines is the 3.5 liter V6 engine that can generate 285 hp of maximum power and 253 pound feet of torque. There is another engine available which happens to be even more powerful which is a 3.7 liter V6 engine that can crank out a 305 hp of maximum power and 280 pound feet of torque. All the engines are mated to the six speed auto transmission that saves a great deal on fuel and adds to the overall performance. The fuel economy would remain between 17 mpg to 30 mpg depending upon the terrain, the engine configurations etc.

2011 Ford Edge

The 2011 Edge has a great interior designing. The quality of the material used on the inside is absolutely superb. There is ample of legroom that aids the comfort quotient of the SUV. The exceptional fit and finish that is visible on the outside will remain so on the inside as well. The available Panoramic Vista Roof lets you take a perfect view of the sky when you are inside the car. It comes with a programmable ambient lighting feature that lets you choose the ambient lighting as per your mood. It lets you open or close the power liftgate with the simple stroke of a push button.

2011 Ford Edge Interior

The outside design and styling of new Ford Edge is great. The front end comes with a three bar grille and projector beam halogen headlamps. Another features adding to the looks of the new 2011 Ford Edge are the polished exhaust tips, sculpted tails and spoiler. The wheels are basically a 17 inch aluminum wheels for the base level which increase in size as you move up in the trim levels. The availability of High Intensity discharge headlamps is another addition that aids to the looks of the new Edge.

2011 Ford Edge Rear

If you are looking for an overall competent package in terms of a family car, Ford Edge is for you. The MSRP starts from $28,465 and increases up to $37,800 as you move up the trim level.