Should I Buy A Ford Edge?
Reader’s Question:
I saw an Edge the other day here in Texas. Is it an SUV or a crossover vehicle?
Lea
Houston, TX
Howdy, Lea! To answer your question – Ford says it is a crossover. You might want to follow it up with a question like “What’s the difference between an SUV and a crossover, anyway?” In my opinion, an SUV is always purpose-built as a multi-role truck that can act as a car for everyday use. The opposite is true for a crossover. It’ll always be a car with some enhanced features that can mimic an SUV. So that translates to car-like performance, and that is what you should check out, fuel-economy, safety, and space.
So, let me just tell you some great points about the Ford Edge. If you haven’t checked one out in your dealer in Texas just yet, the Ford Edge basically has the power plant of a small SUV. It’s a 3.5 liter Duratec V6 that gives this car its zippiness. It responds like a car and hauls gear and 5 people like an SUV. It’s also a comfortable drive with its 6-speed automatic transmission and All-wheel drive (AWD); moving from point to point easily. If you look at fuel-economy ratings, you get a pretty decent 24 on the highway if you get the front-wheel drive (FWD) and a 22 mile per gallon on the highway with the AWD. For safety, the car is equipped with an anti-lock brake system and even has roll sensors and an electronic mechanism for stability. Ford also packed this car with enough airbags to protect the passengers in case of an accident. The body is also reinforced for side-impact collisions. Space-wise, the rear seats can be reconfigured to give you more trunk space when you need it.
I think that should answer your question, Lea.
2008 Ford Edge Packages
Reader’s Question:
I was really fascinated with the 2008 Ford Edge when I saw one on display on a Ford Dealer here in Houston, Texas. I am already working my finances to get this SUV. Are there any kinds of packages that you can recommend?
Adam
Houston, TX
You definitely made a good choice by planning to buy a Ford Edge unit. If you are mad about SUVs like me, you will greatly appreciate the way this SUV was packaged. I can share some of the packages that the 2008 Ford Edge comes with. My best friend works with a Ford dealer in Houston, Texas and he provided me the following information.
The 2008 Ford Edge is offered in three trims like SE, SEL, and Limited. All three models are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine which produces 265 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque, matched with six-speed automatic transmission.
It is also offered on a 4-wheel drive as a standard. AWD is also available for all models. Prices for each of the models start at $25,565 for the Standard SE and $27,315 for SE All -Wheel Drive. These prices may always subject to change. As for the Edge SE standard, price starts at $25,565 whereas the AWD runs for $27,315. The Limited Edition which I consider the most expensive one has a running price of $30,555 for the standard and $32,305 for the all wheel drive. There are available premium packages that you can purchase to have some upgrades on the sound system, upholstery and even climate controls. I suggest you also start looking for low priced auto insurance. It would be one of the most practical upgrade that you can get.
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