Ford age on the main road. Full test drive Ford Edge

In the first half of the 1990s, there were more fans of American cars in Russia than today. Not in absolute terms, but as a percentage of the total number of those who could afford a foreign car. The secret is simple. The main attributes of luxury - impressive dimensions, leather interior, climate control and automatic transmission - were considered a rule on overseas cars. While for European manufacturers, such equipment remained the privilege of truly expensive models. Since then, the alignment of forces has changed dramatically: the “Americans” moving to the Old World and Russia, to the extent of production capabilities and the vision of marketers, are disguised as locals.

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After five minutes behind the wheel of the Edge, I was filled with confidence that its adaptation to our conditions was perfectly done. At least, it matches the boorish image of a “big black jeep” perfectly. At first, when I was leaving the parking lot, I did not fit into a sufficiently large gap in the stream. Who knew that the bowels of a six-speed automatic would absorb so many of the 288 engine compartment "horses"? A moment later, I failed to thank the driver who let me pass in front of him: the location and color of the alarm button was clearly designed by a disguise specialist. And in a traffic jam I felt embarrassed for the third time. This time - in front of a motorcyclist. In a car for 1.7 million rubles, there is no electric folding mirrors. I had to stand a little two-wheeled together with everyone. Of course, I was not obliged to let them through, but I don’t like to interfere either.

In a car for 1.7 million rubles, there are no running lights, no xenon, or even front foglights, and the standard halogen headlights shine so-so

And two days later I rushed away from the capital. By the time of leaving the last traffic jam, the trip computer in the column "Average consumption" showed almost 18 l / 100 km. I think that this is an adequate result for a 288-horsepower car with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, although it is infinitely far from the urban 13.1 liters per hundred indicated in the passport.

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IN DIRECTION

The very first kilometers along the highway confirmed the fears about the nature of the machine. Quick shifts are not his forte. Sleepy character does not bother until there is a need to overtake with the departure of the oncoming lane. Alas, the lion's share of Russian "destinations" is not rich in multi-lane - you will have to drive in a torn mode, alternating acceleration with braking. Hoping that the “horses” would be taken out, I managed to miscalculate overtaking twice, after which I completely threw the engine power data out of my head. It turned out to be easier and safer to rely solely on subjective sensations. I could not believe in the claimed 7.7 seconds from zero to hundreds, as well as in the diligent work of the engine and gearbox at highway speeds. Of course, "Edge" is not created for traffic light races and record races, but in regular modes for our roads, he could behave more quickly.

But it's hard to find fault with the chassis. The suspension endures blows of all calibers like a first-class soldier: steadfastly and silently. It is completely independent here, and the platform, codenamed CD3, makes the Edge related to cars such as the Mazda 6, Mazda CX 9, and the overseas Ford Fusion sedan.

In a straight line, the Edge requires a little steering, but for an American off-road vehicle, this is par for the course. But it does not react in any way to asphalt ruts and allows you to keep 80-90 km / h without tension on the road, which has seen only patching for the last thirty years. And the steering wheel turned out to be heavier than one would expect from an overseas car: you can’t twist it with one finger in the parking lot.

The dry weather made all the available country lanes fairly easy obstacles - this is exactly what the Edge is designed for. It is equipped with all-wheel drive with automatic traction distribution, and the driver is completely weaned from the process. The clutch connects the rear axle as needed. The algorithm of the transmission can only be observed: the display shows the flow of torque. At the same time, it cannot be said that the lack of asphalt, by definition, makes the Edge helpless. It has 205 declared millimeters under the bottom and relatively small overhangs. Is that hanging low front bumper skirt spoils the picture.

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The one-day 700-kilometer trip did not tire me at all. The seats were not from American life - with decent lateral and lumbar support and good load distribution. I would not refuse such in any "European". Praise and soundproofing.

There is not much soft plastic in the cabin - mainly on the "view" panels. And the main decor is silver coloring. Modestly. Calling a multimedia system a tiny 4.2-inch display does not turn the tongue. It's strange that they didn't put a cassette player here! For Russia, only one level of configuration is provided. And the list of equipment, one might say, is minimal for this class. Unnecessary frills include heated rear seats, a rain sensor, power folding mirrors, front parking sensors and a rear-view camera. The Edge has no navigation lights, no xenon, not even front foglights, and the standard halogen headlights shine so-so.

FINAL RELEASE

It's not that I didn't like the Ford Edge. He has strengths. However, there are also many disadvantages. Against the background of competitors, one is especially noticeable - 288 "horses" under the hood. The Japanese unanimously rewrote the power of the same "sixes" to more humane from the point of view of taxation 249 "horses". The difference is significant: for Moscow it is 18,675 rubles against 43,200 annually. Let's add not the most catchy appearance and the eight-year age of the model. This is probably why I have not yet seen a single Edge on the streets, although sales started at the beginning of the year. Ford has to put up with a catastrophic drop in sales (minus 41% for the period from January to July) - and Edge will not correct these statistics.

+ Excellent suspension, good sound insulation, comfortable seats

WHO ARE YOU, MR. "EDGE"?

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Ford Edge has been produced in Canada since 2006. The starting price in the North American market in terms of rubles is a little over a million. There it is front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. As an alternative to the 3.5-liter engine, there is a 3.7-liter engine (305 hp) and a 2-liter “four” “Ecobus” with 240 forces. The box is only a six-speed automatic.

A four-cylinder front-wheel drive Edge would have been cheaper, but in Russia, Ford has relied on buyers with tighter wallets: only a 3.5-liter V6 and only all-wheel drive.

Sales volumes? Ford initially did not plan to make the "Edge" mass - it is needed for the palette, to expand the lineup. That is why for him, at the plant in Yelabuga, they planned to assemble it not in a full cycle (as for Kuga and Explorer), but with a screwdriver. And the Edge lives up to expectations: at the time of writing, dealers have sold less than 400 cars, and there are no prerequisites for an increase in demand. The second generation model can change the situation, but it has not even entered American roads yet, and it will reach ours in two years.

The appearance of the Edge in Russia is more like a probing the ground in the segment of large crossovers than a serious bid for market dominance. Strange move. The example of the "Japanese" suggests that the interest of buyers in this segment is great, and Ford knows the tastes of the local audience better than many.

The American automobile concern Ford relatively recently officially announced the second generation of its Edge crossover. This car is practically unknown in Europe, but in the US and Canada, the Ford Edge is one of the leaders in the crossover class. The latest generation of the car has received the status of a global model and is designed to be promoted in European automotive markets. In addition to the countries of Western Europe, the novelty is supposed to be delivered to Russia. It is worth noting that at present, the first generation model, developed and put into production back in 2006, is presented in the showrooms of domestic Ford dealers. Considering that sales of a new crossover for the Russian market began relatively recently in our country, the manufacturer's management decided not to rush to start selling the 2nd generation Ford Edge - in Russia, the novelty will appear no earlier than mid-2016.

Looking at the 2015-2016 Ford Age, it's hard not to notice that the car has received a much more "European" appearance compared to its predecessor. The crossover has acquired a modern dynamic exterior with stylish narrowed headlights, a massive radiator grille, even more pronounced longitudinal ribs on the hood and stampings on the sidewalls of the body. The design features traditional for an American car have not disappeared from the appearance of the car: large wheel arches echo the rectangular shape of the front of the car. The complex configuration of the front bumper gives the appearance of the car a certain futurism, the feeling of which is enhanced by the LED headlights provided for the top trim levels of the model.

The aft part of the car is decorated with new lights of the original layout, merging into a single whole with the glass of the tailgate. The embossed rear bumper draws attention with a powerful off-road diffuser.

The transition to the production of a new generation of crossover prompted its creators to increase the dimensions of the car body. The car has become larger than the predecessor model. The length of the new Ford Edge 2015 is 4778 mm with a wheelbase of 2850 mm. The width of the machine is 1928 mm, the height reaches 1742 mm. The crossover received quite a decent ground clearance of 200 mm.

As for the interior equipment and interior design of the car, here the five-seater crossover has become even more “European” than outside. Apparently, the manufacturers have made a serious bet on the sales of the model in the Old World, not particularly counting on American buyers. However, this approach, obviously, only benefited the car. Sitting inside the car, you pay attention to the installation of comfortable new seats for the driver and front passenger and a higher quality of finishing materials. The interior of the car, decorated with a combination of black and white leather, looks really chic. The steering wheel, familiar from the model, has an optimal section and fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.

The ergonomics of the driver's workplace has noticeably improved. And in general, the interior space of the Ford Age 2015 has been used more rationally. Separately, it is worth dwelling on the increase in free space in the car. So, for example, the increase in legroom for the riders of the first row was almost 50 mm, on the second row it became more spacious by 25 mm. Also, 25 mm of additional space appeared above the heads of the rear passengers. The designers and engineers of the company have done a good job on the level of sound insulation of the car interior. Relative to other models of Ford crossovers and SUVs, the presented car is quiet in the cabin, even when driving at high speeds.

The rear seats of the new Ford Edge are equipped with a convenient transformation mechanism, thanks to which the already capacious luggage compartment of the crossover, which can take up to 1100 liters of cargo, can be increased to an impressive 2077 liters.

In the North American market, the second generation of the popular crossover from Ford will be equipped with three powertrain options. All engines are petrol. The role of the junior unit in the Edge engine line is determined by the new EcoBoost line engine, equipped with four cylinders and having a displacement of 2 liters. Thanks to the turbocharging system, the presented engine is capable of developing a maximum power of 245 hp. with thrust indicators of 370 N * m. The base engine accelerates the car to the first hundred in less than 9 seconds.

The special version of the Edge Sport is equipped with a 2.7-liter turbocharged six-cylinder unit. This V-shaped motor develops 305 hp. maximum power and accelerates not a small car at all to the first hundred in 7 seconds. According to unofficial information, since a car with such an engine is considered the most promising in America, they promise to increase the engine power to 320 hp.

Finally, the third gasoline engine, which is equipped with the American versions of the crossover, has become familiar to fans of the brand, but seriously modified atmospheric engine of the Duratec family, equipped with six cylinders and a distributed fuel injection system. With a working volume of 3.5 liters and a variable valve timing system, the engine is able to develop maximum power at the level of 285 hp, peak torque is 343 N * m. It is noteworthy that Ford engineers have worked hard to significantly reduce the fuel appetite of the flagship engine, however, there is no exact information about the fuel consumption of the engine yet. All presented motors are planned to be installed on cars for European markets. In addition, the 2015 Ford Edge powertrain line-up will be expanded in Europe with a pair of diesel engines. Each of the diesel engines are 2-liter turbocharged power units. Due to varying degrees of forcing, their power varies and is 180 or 210 hp. The traction characteristics of diesel engines correspond to torque indicators of 350 and 400 N * m.

Speaking about versions of the model potentially supplied to Russia, it can be assumed that only a car with a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 will reach our country, the maximum power of which will be lowered to 249 hp.

A 6-speed automatic transmission "Select Shift" is installed on cars with gasoline engines, diesel versions of cars will receive a 6-speed hydromechanical gearbox, as well as a robotic unit with a dual clutch.

The new generation Ford Age is based on the Ford Global Midsize Platform, previously used on. The front of the machine is supported by a traditional independent suspension system including MacPherson struts and lower L-arms. At the rear, a multi-link independent design is used. Regardless of the configuration of the car, all four wheels are equipped with disc brakes, while the front axle wheels will have ventilated brakes already in the base, and the rear wheels will be in expensive trim levels. The steering mechanism is supplemented with an electric power steering with variable force.

The car will be available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions. In the latest version, the creators of the machine used an interaxle clutch with an electronic control system. True, variants of cars with basic gasoline and diesel engines can only be purchased with a front drive axle.

The new Ford Edge already in the basic version will be very well equipped. The future owner of the car will receive adaptive cruise control, a parking assistant system, front and rear view cameras, a new multimedia installation with a large LCD display and a host of electronic driver assistants.

Photo Ford Age 2015

Like all Fords of recent years, Edge has become "less American", losing chrome and losing a piece of brutality. Now Edge is more like an EcoSport baby mom, who was sent to bodybuilding since childhood, and instead of milk porridge, she was fed with a protein shake. Definitely, in the new generation, the car turned out to be stricter, more modest and more stylistically neutral. And yet the essence remains the same - "mother's jeep", large, roomy, comfortable. Peaceful nuclear ship. He lacks the elegance of German premium crossovers, but he is betting on an audience that does not particularly think about elegance - practicality is more important for her.

The departure from overseas values ​​​​is made with an eye on the international market - Edge is predicted for glory world car along with Focus and Mondeo, and sales are planned in more than 100 countries around the world.

It's amazing to compete Ford Edge will be, according to Ford's marketers, it is with the "Germans" - Audi Q 5, BMW X 3 and Mercedes GLC . Moreover, starting prices for edge not at all dumping: for the initial version trend with a 180-horsepower 2.0 diesel engine and a six-speed manual transmission in Germany, they ask for 42,900 euros. BMW xDrive 20d about 190 l. With. – 100 euros cheaper, and Q 5 offer at all for 40,460 euros. But only Mercedes-Benz ignores price wars, offering its own GLC for 45,279 euros.

Do you feel the return on spending thousands of euros in Edge's cabin?

To be honest, not very much.

Yes, of course, premium Germans are now “not the same”, sometimes they abuse cheap plastic, sometimes eco-leather, but the feeling in the cabin is formed not only from materials! After all, you can arm yourself with inexpensive tools and mold real beauty from it, as in modern Mercedes, which in some places look more expensive than they really are.

Edge is not like that. The chair is solid, but it does not reach the German standards. There is a digital instrument panel, but who is surprised by this in our time? Here everything is the same as in Mondeo! But Mondeo attempts to compete with Audi A 4, BMW 3 series and the Mercedes C-Class does not undertake - it politely keeps a distance of 4-5 thousand euros for similar configurations.

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So why pay? Maybe behind the "airfield"? The second row is really quite spacious, you can even cross your legs if the front seat is adjusted for a 190-centimeter man. Shoulders on claustrophobia also do not complain, and the back can be tilted back to stare at the sky through the optional panoramic roof. Although, if you set out to find flaws, then with the backs raised, I (and I am that same man with a height of 190) would like a little more space above my head.

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The true values ​​of the new Ford are revealed from the stern. That means where the extra 11 centimeters of length have gone, with which the Edge differs from the German “troika”! This, obviously, is what the buyer is offered to pay for by sacrificing the “ruffles” of the interior. 1,100 liters for luggage is a real hold. Twice as much as, say, Volkswagen Touareg and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado . You can not even mention small classmates - the volume of the compartment is comparable to that of Chevrolet Tahoe if the last one has the third row folded. In general, the concept looks like this: “a large, modest international SUV with a neutral design, a solid interior and a VERY large trunk." Now let's see how it all goes.

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In move

At home in the USA, the motor line Ford Edge very wide: here and two-liter "turbo" Ecoboost , and two V6 variants - naturally aspirated 3.5L and 2.7L twin supercharged.. But since the test is European, the choice of journalists came down to the degree of forcing a two-liter turbodiesel - either 180 or 210 horsepower, with single or double supercharging. A weaker diesel engine is equipped with "mechanics", a more powerful one - with a six-speed preselective "robot" powershift . Well, to walk like that - I take the top one.

The almost two-ton “behemoth” starts with the ease inherent in some Fiesta with a “turboliter”, since all 450 newton meters are at our service already from 2,000 rpm. Hurricane, however, is not and is not expected - with powerful versions of German crossovers edge can not compete, that in diesel, that in gasoline variations. To be honest, even 280 atmospheric forces of the top American "six" 3.5 for such a colossus will not be enough to play a racer.

Brief specifications

Engine 1. Ecoboost 2.0 turbo petrol Transmission 1. Manual (180 hp)

The target audience will be more interested in the expense: I had a figure of 7.1 on the board computer, and I did not plan to play in the eco-rally - the test program, as always, was quite compressed in time. According to the passport, however, Ford promises five liters, but this is probably if downhill with a fair wind.

The resemblance to the Mondeo in the interior is not accidental: the Edge platform also inherited from a related business sedan, with an almost perfect balance of cornering stability and comfort on imperfect road surfaces.

Talking about resistance to pits with 20-inch wheels is quite difficult: even in Germany, if you move onto peripheral roads, you begin to feel small bumps. But there is no American impressiveness in corners here! Yes, the banks are slightly larger than those of the Mondeo, but the center of gravity is also higher - you can’t deceive physics. In general, the wheels would be a couple of inches smaller here - and you get a truly universal shuttle to move the family comfortably to anywhere in the Oikoumene.

The American manufacturer - Ford in 2018 is preparing to release another creation - the 2019 Ford Edge. The new car is a continuation of an already well-known brand. The car has already been declassified and was officially presented to the public along with the new one. If you want, I will comment on this.

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The presentation took place in Los Angeles in the traditional framework for the Ford company, where there is everything: beauty, applause and style. The new crossover made a positive impression. And I guess it's not just me. The design of the updated second generation is quite decent and will please many fans of American cars.

It is already known that the novelty is based on the same platform as the 2019 Ford Mondeo. Production is planned to be established in 100 countries and naturally in Russia. Unfortunately, the crossover will not arrive in our country until 2019. So we are waiting for a new visit. And now I propose to move on to a more detailed review.

The front of the updated crossover

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First, it is worth doing a surface characterization. According to the developers, the crossover has become more reliable and safer. Naturally, a lot of time has passed since the Edge was first launched into global production, which began in 2006. Now a lot of modern technologies are being developed for such cars.

First of all, these are modern design technologies. I have already mentioned that the Ford Edge 2019 2020 was previously shown at the American Motor Show, where the Concept version was presented. The current model almost completely corresponds externally to this concept.

The front end of the car looks more aggressive and more attractive than its previous counterpart. The massive radiator grille gives the crossover power and become. The company logo is located in the center of the grille. Along the edges of the upper edges of the grille, headlights are installed that go into the sides of the car. The same technique was used when creating .


The company decided to abandon the additional lighting equipment, as a result of the fog lamps in front it is not necessary to observe. But the front bumper, carved into the mesh, looks beautiful. Along the edges there are additional holes for "catching" air.

The hood of the "nimble" horse has become more massive and larger. Bumps along the edges, as well as lines that complement the design of the novelty, give special aesthetics. There is also a pointed crown at the front, which also improves the appearance of the crossover. All these details combine to make the front look aggressive, powerful and sporty. That is, everything that is dictated by modern trends is here. Years became a donor for a stylish look.

Profile and back

When you look in profile, you immediately notice all the points and angles of this novelty. Everything is done neatly and beautifully. On the side, it is noticeable how much the front of the crossover has been increased. Here, inflated wheel arches are striking, as well as the base of the car. 19-inch wheels look no less attractive. The new pattern blends harmoniously with the rest of the design elements.

At the level of the door handles, there is a linear cut that extends into the depths towards the taillights. Side mirrors are optimized to the maximum to improve aerodynamic properties. They were strongly pressed against the body of the novelty and given a rounded shape.

The rear of the Ford Edge 2019, if you look at the photo or video, is not inferior in elegance to the front. The sharpness of the taillights does its job 100%. A visor was attached to the back door, which is also now in trend. The door itself meets all the wishes of customers and allows you to load, even the most dimensional items.

The rear bumper has semi-circular bulges that make the rear of the car powerful and smoothly flowing from top to bottom. Diamond-shaped exhaust pipes on the sides emphasize the character of the novelty. The design of the updated crossover was a success for American designers, it deserves a rating of 5 out of 5.

How rich is the interior?

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The interior design is just as rich and varied. It is rare to find such a strong approach to every detail. The combination of external style and beauty of the salon allows the main seller of America to hope that the public will appreciate the work carried out by the employees of the concern.

The steering wheel, which is common for Ford cars, is crammed with a set of functions. Each of the options available for steering wheel control at any time may be needed when driving a Ford. The easy-to-read instrument panel has a beautiful coloring, and each of the gauges displays information in an electronic format. The interior has many different functions. It is worth highlighting the main ones:

• steering wheel heating;
• informative tidy;
• large, touch screen;
• new architecture for collecting and displaying information on the screen;
• center console;
• climate control, etc.

Front panel features

Making out the front panel, the manufacturer tried to pay special attention to each element. What is a special multimedia system from Sony. This is a build ready to serve for years.


At the head is an 8-inch screen. On the sides it is picked up by familiar heating elements. A little lower than the multimedia system is the gearshift lever, the upholstery of which is made of high-quality material. As usual, there are places for installing containers with drinks. The driver can spread his arm on the armrest, which will make driving a car more enjoyable.

The interior design of the 2019 Ford Edge is at an acceptable level. The combination of colors creates harmony and style of interior design. Aerobatics are seats. The upholstery is so paid that it will be pleasant in the chair, even for the most capricious buyers. Plus, it is worth highlighting the sides of the front seats, which will delay you during sharp turns.

The new wheelbase of 2 meters 85 cm has significantly expanded the interior space. Now there is a lot of space in the cabin and much more comfortable.

The rear seats are made of the same material as the front. The trunk began to hold 1100 liters. And when disassembling the seats 2077 liters. This is impressive, since the first generation of the 2019 Ford Edge could not boast of such characteristics. It is noteworthy that inside there are a lot of new chips that will appeal to all buyers. Let me list them.

1. Traffic Allert - provides a safe exit from the parking lot.
2. Park Assist - on the contrary, it will help you park correctly.
3. Rear and front parking sensors.
4. Heated front seats.
5. Seat ventilation.
6. The lane-keeping system provides assistance for staying in the lane.
7. A hands-free system that allows you to open the tailgate by sliding your foot under the rear bumper.
8. Air seat belts.
9. 1200 mm sunroof with panoramic roof.
10. Blinds for the radiator grille, which can be closed if necessary.

Specifications and prices

Ford Edge 2019 2020 price meets the stated requirements of the buyer. Thus, if you want to buy a powerful crossover with a good engine, then it will cost you a pretty penny. In total, 4 engines are presented for production. In general, the 2019 Ford Edge technical specifications may be as follows.

1. 2.0 liter EcoBoost engine with 245 hp. With. - gasoline.
2. 2.7 liter V6 engine - 300 hp gasoline. With.
3. V6 engine 3.5 liters and 265 hp. With.
4. 2.0 liter diesel engine with 180 hp. With. and 210 l. With. depending on the assisted injection technology.

Crossover prices in America start at $28,800. Complete sets S and SE will cost from 38 thousand 400 dollars. The price in Russia will start from 1 million 52 thousand rubles.

Even if you make an effort and forget about politics for a while, it must be admitted that a Ford of Canadian origin is a rare event in our latitudes, which in itself promises intrigue. And intrigue is everything. Initially crossover Edge was addressed to the American market - a kind of modest SUV for downshifters who do not want to burden themselves with tons of American iron. The car was designed on the "worldwide" CD4 platform, which it shares, among other things, with models, and Galaxy and is equipped with modern engines EcoBoost. And since this configuration does not contradict the tastes of the European public, Edge went to conquer the Old World.

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True, they decided to replace gasoline engines in "European" cars with diesel engines, so as not to shock the local residents who are accustomed to saving with American miles per gallon. In this form, the Ford Edge arrived in Ukraine, and for the test we got the most powerful 210-horsepower modification in the top Lux configuration.

Such a car costs 1 million 470 thousand hryvnias, but if you are ready to sacrifice an autonomous heater, power steering column and seats, leather (very decent quality, it is worth noting), seat ventilation, as well as automatic parking and dead zone control systems, you can do a good job save — Edge included Titanium will cost already 1 million 270 thousand UAH. At the same time, it will still have: all-wheel drive, a preselective gearbox with paddle shifters, a full-fledged multimedia system with navigation and a digital dashboard, climate control, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats and much more. Although the skin, of course, is a pity ... But radio Sony- not at all, her sound, frankly, is not impressive.

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The Edge's interior looks very good and is finished with quality materials - in this sense it is difficult for him to roll out a claim. I really liked the wide ones. armchairs, they are softer than German ones, but on a long journey they do not press or rub. The range of adjustments is wide, there is not that much space - the "enveloping" design of the dashboard and door cards encloses the pilot and navigator in a warm embrace - but it will definitely be enough for the limbs. It is even more spacious on the second row, here even tall adults will not be able to rest their knees, except that they will sit in especially unbridled poses. Actually, it is not surprising - the base of the American-Canadian crossover is 2.85 m - 16 centimeters more " coogee».

However, our big man also has a weak point, and it is in ergonomics. Starting from a completely inconvenient, outdated multimedia system interface and ending with ... I don’t even know what. Niche under smartphone from which it's hard to get anything when the gear selector is in park mode and Elvis is presumably about to leave the building? The lack of climate control temperature display on the center console, so you have to look for the right menu on the touchscreen? Or maybe the volume control on the right spoke of the steering wheel, although you use it most often and would be more convenient if it were under your left hand? But buttons are duplicated on the right front door blocking CZ - someone may come in handy.

Some of these shortcomings really complicate the life of the owner, and some can be put up with - especially if along with the shortcomings there is a long list of advantages. Luckily for him, Edge has no problem with them.

Size matters

First impressions of the car in motion are contradictory. It feels like a two-liter diesel you have to strain yourself, and it's no joke - to budge two tons of weight. The habit of pressing the accelerator harder is quickly fixed - thank God, 210 “horses” and 460 Newton meters nest under the hood. They just need to be asked well, and then the owner will not experience a shortage of traction. Unless, of course, he is going to go to race track.

The Ford Edge accelerates hard enough to make the inner ear feel pleasantly under-gated. The only notable "jamb" happens at low revs, a second before the box opens the clutch - there are truly sensual vibrations that should not be characteristic of a car for a little over 40 thousand dollars. But in other situations, Edge is quiet and almost silent, and besides, it is distinguished by a certain moderation in consumption. fuel.

If you do not accelerate too violently, outside the city, the consumption can be put within the limits of 6.5 l / 100 kilometers - a reason for pride, given the two tons of weight. Things are much more interesting with measurements in the city, where the system start/stop gets a chance to prove herself from the best side: for five kilometers of pushing in serious traffic jams, she only once refused to turn off the engine, and the consumption figure revolved around 10.5 liters. In a traffic jam! Moreover, when the congestion turned into a nervous toffee, 10 and a half turned into 11.

However, it is unlikely that the person who bought the Edge will engage in petty and calculate the consumption with an accuracy of one hundred grams per hundred kilometers. Well, I hasten to inform you that the good news is not over - after all, this is a Ford built on a common platform with Mondeo. What does it mean? This means that he simply must be able to drive so that the hell in hell becomes really hot.

Not a bull terrier, not a dog

And he struggles to fit in, despite his size and unsportsmanlike weight. Steering The variable-ratio Edge crossover helps wiggle in the parking lot and stay sharp and precise at high speeds. The suspension may lack density when driving through deep holes, but it clings to the arc to the last in a turn. Banks, however, will not allow you to reach high speed, but the car will be controlled and predictable - and this is also worth a lot.

If you dig into the instrument panel menu, you can find an item that turns off the traction control system and “dissolves” ESP. And then riding the Edge on a slippery surface turns into an amusement ride. To add gas in a turn rear axle breaks into a skid and the car slides with all four wheels outward, but then straightens up - apparently, the stabilization system cannot be completely turned off. But in any case, the true Edge returns to the path with energetic steering counters, so that even an inexperienced driver, in which case, has a high chance of avoiding serious trouble. By the way, the brakes here are also very good!

In general, there are more than enough reasons to somehow get along with the shortcomings of the Edge. Except, perhaps, one thing: this touch screen of yours, is it really resistive, or is it just configured somehow? In any case, something needs to be decided - it's 2017 and the competitors are on the alert. You can't give up.