2008 Ford Edge Consumer Reviews

I went American

Written by: Lester on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I traded a Toyota Forerunner for my new Edge. I thought I'd miss the Toyota but after one day the old girl was history. The Edge has a nice firm grip on the road and is quick enough to get you into traffic without any anxiety. The ride is quiet and I have too many choices for music with the Sync system. All in all, I love the car. I love the automatic lift on the rear door and the roominess for all the passengers. So far the gas mileage has been in the 17-23 mpg range. All in all a great car.

Favorite Features

Styling, Sync system,seating comfort, quiet ride, holds the road very well at high speeds

Suggested Improvements

If anything I would have the automatic transmission change gears at different speeds. It revs too high in the lower gears and I find it a tad noisey

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Great

Written by: Rich3910 on 06/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge SEL 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I traded in a 2004 F150 and was not sure if I wanted a smaller car. Gas mileage to me if great window sticker said 17 city - -27 highway. I'm getting 22.6 in the city and 32 Hwy with cruise. Gas mileage is great compared to some forgien cars that you see on TV. All I can say buy american!

Favorite Features

Sync, best thing they ever did.

Suggested Improvements

I only have one thing that needs changing and that is the visability at the lower corners of the windshield.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Sweet!

Written by: Robert Jones on 06/24/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge SEL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

After looking at Saturn, Mazda, Cadilac, Buick, and Ford Crossovers, the Edge was and pleasant and impressive surprise. A great riding and handling vehicle with a well- engineer interior space to seat its riders. My wife was immediately drawn to the luxurious look and feel of the stone colored leather and the pearlescet white sand mica paint. The 20" tires with their chrome clad wheels gives the Edge a final touch of sophistication and well-connectedness. Engine is quiet and responsive with all the power you need. No jerkiness, no hesitation, and one of the smoothest transmissions we've ever experienced. Beats our Lexus RX330 all over the place. The panoramic moonroof-a real wowzer!

Favorite Features

Sync Power lift back doo.r Back up sensors. Comfy leather seating. Soothing feel of luxury without breaking the bank. So impressed we're going to get a second one for me. A little sportier with roof rails, red paint and camel leather. Now that's what I'm talking about!

Suggested Improvements

A little hard to see the instrument panel through the steering wheel unless it is at one specific angle. Makes the adjustability a bit less useful. The headlight/foglight switch is easily turned off by the knee when entering and exiting. Should be tucked out of reach of the knees.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great crossover, my Edge

Written by: Vinny on 06/21/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I've driven my Edge for almost 1,400 miles and, love it. Traded in my '05 Murano. The ride, performance and, comfort are better. The Vista roof and, Sync are fantastic. Gas mileage is okay, was getting around 17 per gallon with mostly local driving. Added a Cyclone fuel saver & added 1.5 MPG's. What you get for the price is great, got everything but Nav. My only complaint, non Nav. radio display is very lacking in info and, impossible to see in sunlight and, the auto climate control gives you no idea of what the system is doing while in auto mode. Again, still love the Edge and, would recomend to anyone.

Favorite Features

Vista roof is beautiful to have open on nice spring days, and the Sync system makes phone calls a breeze, not to mention music access.

Suggested Improvements

Non nav radio display and, auto climate display need to improve to the level of other $30,000 plus crossovers.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Highly recommend the Edge

Written by: Bob on 06/18/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I had owned a 97 Ford Explorer for 8 years and put 250,000 miles on it. I have been looking for a good quality, highly reliable, comfortable SUV and all roads and research led me to purchase an 08 Ford Edge. I had been researching for 6 months, looking at Chevy, Honda, Lincoln, Toyota Highlander, and GMC Acaidia. I decided on the Edge because it met all the requirements of what I wanted in my next vehicle. I average 25 - 30,000 miles a year, so relibility, comfort, interior room and gas mileage were all important factors. I have driven it 4,400 miles now and have been averaging 19.9 miles/gallon overall. Congrats to Ford! I would highly recommend the Edge to anyone looking for a new SUV.

Favorite Features

Favorite features are the SYNC, navagation, Sirus radio, power liftgate, vista roof, reclining back seats, back up parking sensors, 20" wheels, upgraded sound system, comfort of seats and ride.

Suggested Improvements

A/C could blow stronger on high setting. Also could use high/low A/C settings for rear seats.

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27.3 MPG on the highway

Written by: fxstc9 on 06/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Fell in love with the exterior styling while following a Ford Edge. The interior is very comfortable. The seats feel like they are constantly hugging you and the placement of the controls are spot on. I bought my Egde right after the test drive. A nice quiet ride. Wind noise is a thing of my past. I did a MPG test at 65mph I got 22.3mpg at 60 I got 25.3mpg and at 55mph I got 27.3mpg. I know 55 feels slow but its a 25% savings and I don't have to worry about passing anyone. Plus who wants to get to work in a hurry. It has plenty of get up and go when you need it and its very agile but stable. I dont miss my 13mpg avg F150 super crew Lariat one bit.

Favorite Features

Sync and USB for my i-pod, power lift gate, reclining rear seats, auto rear push button folding seats, dual climate controls. I love it all

Suggested Improvements

Seems I'm always spraying the rear window when I turn the wiper on for a quick swipe so maybe a different way to do that. Exterior temp reading. Bigger sun visor mirrors

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Loyal to Ford but Crossed Over

Written by: Dennis Orzo on 06/08/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I'm sorry I crossed over from a Mountaineer. The Edge can't compare and suffers from numerous areas of poor engineering. Fuel injectors and exhaust make great deal of noise. Can't drive with windows open above 30 MPH. Extreme wind noise from vista roof diffuser. Constantly hunting for lower gears at highway speed an hangs on upshift. Breaking and gas mileage are both poor. Water builds up under tail light lenses and fills the area behind the high break light. Could also benefit by having some tie downs in cargo area. AC vents don't direct air high enough to clear heat from the ceiling. Suggest you test drive at highway speeds before purchase.

Favorite Features

Good looking. Microsoft Sync is a nice feature.

Suggested Improvements

Re-tune exhaust so car doesn't sound like a four cylinder. Quiet fuel injectors. Change gearing or fix transmission controls. Change air diffuser on roof. Fix AC vents.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Ford Finally Has A Winner!

Written by: Dennis/Linda on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My wife and I traded a 2006 Toyota Camry XLE for a 2008 Ford Edge Limited. We were afraid to commit to American, because their track record was not the greatest. We decided to check out the Ford Edge since we were in the market for a new CUV. We looked at all the competition, and we decided to buy the Edge. We have to take our hats off to Ford. We believe Ford finally has a winner with this Edge. This car is absolutely amazing! Excellent feature set, great design, fantastic build quality, what more can you ask for. Compared to the competition, we believe they truly have an "edge." I'm happy to support the American economy, now that Ford has a solid product.

Favorite Features

SYNC-great! Side-view mirror puddle lamps. Very comfortable leather seats - great support. USB 2.0 and mini-jack in the center console, great for selecting music from a memory stick. Excellent engine! Stiff handling and steering. Quiet interior noise. Vista roof is great! AVG. 23.6 MPG 3000 miles.

Suggested Improvements

Increase fuel mileage, light in glove compartment & dash lights need a brighter setting.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Love My Edge

Written by: maljoe on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I test drove many vehicles before I settled on the Edge. You get a lot for the money.I had three requirements, comfort, quiet and hauling capabilities. It fulfills all three. The gas mileage is better than stated. I absolutely love the ride.

Favorite Features

Memory seats, heated seats, Sync, moonroof, I-pod connection and power lift gate.

Suggested Improvements

None.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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I love it!

Written by: Rookie on 05/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Edge Limited 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love the Edge! It is so much fun to drive. I looked at other crossovers but this one is the best in the market. I only have 800 miles on it right now and I am getting 19/20 ish city and 24 hwy. I avg a little over 22. All the features are amazing! I love the Vista roof especially and the Sync!

Favorite Features

Vista roof, Sync, and the reclining back seat

Suggested Improvements

None right now. Has everything I want and need in a car!

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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