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2007 Ford Edge – First Look
FORD BRINGS NEW EDGE TO HOT CROSSOVER MARKET
- Bold, American design: Ford
Edge stands out in fast-growing CUV market
- Performance-plus: Edge’s new
3.5-liter V-6 delivers 265 horsepower and is mated to a 6-speed
automatic for performance and fuel efficiency
- Innovation: MP3-player jack,
console laptop storage, panoramic Vista Roof and advanced safety
features, including Ford’s industry-leading Advance Trac with Roll
Stability Control (RSC)
- Safety: Standard safety
features abound, including Ford’s industry-leading Advance Trac® with
Roll Stability Control (RSC), seat-mounted side air bags, Safety Canopy
air curtain system and Ford’s Personal Safety System
The 2007 Ford Edge has a bold American
design that should distinguish it well within the red-hot crossover
utility vehicle (CUV) market .
It also has a dynamic driving character and
features designed to make it popular among consumers wanting something
different, but not outlandish to drive.
Equipped with an all-new 265-horsepower V-6
engine and 6-speed automatic transmission, Edge delivers spritely
performance, quietness and decent fuel efficiency in the mid twenties in
highway driving.
CUVs are Hot
The CUV is the fastest-growing vehicle
segment in the United States, outpacing even the remarkable growth SUVs
achieved in the 1990s.
Edge’s available panoramic Vista Roof opens
up a whole world of possibilities. The large glass moon roof provides a
grand view of the sky above and can open for a sense of freedom that
accentuates Edge’s sporting nature.
The roof features a large 27.3- by 29.4-inch
forward panel that offers tilt and slide opening, and a 15.75- by
31.3-inch fixed rear glass panel. A one-touch-open switch provides
open-air touring. Close the forward roof, and the enormous skylights allow
natural light to flood the cabin, while protecting the cabin from the
elements. When preferred, the twin power-operated cloth shades can be
closed simultaneously to block glare
Edge’s available intelligent all-wheel-drive (AWD)
system was tuned with an emphasis on performance while offering confident
all-weather driving. By constantly monitoring and predicting traction, the
system delivers torque to all four wheels, even before the wheels begin to
slip. An active on-demand coupler can deliver the precise amount of torque
to the rear wheels. Paired with available AdvanceTrac® traction control,
intelligent AWD can transfer torque front-to-rear and side-to-side.
Ford engineers spent hundreds of hours fine-tuning
Edge’s interior ambiance. For example, the side mirrors were specifically
designed to reduce wind noise. Even the radio antenna was scrutinized.
Engineers took clay
modelers into the wind tunnel to fine-tune the mirror design.
By modifying the pitch and height of the spiral by
tenths of a millimeter, wind noise was reduced by as much as two decibels.
The Edge clearly is a vehicle for younger buyers. It
is not an offroad SUV but is ideally suited for urban and highway driving,
and it offers enough distinctive styling to make it attractive for folks
looking for something different to put in their driveways.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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V-6 |
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BODY |
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Construction |
Unibody |
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Final Assembly Location |
Oakville , Ontario |
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POWERTRAIN AND CHASSIS |
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ENGINE |
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Type |
3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 |
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Manufacturing Location |
Lima Engine Plant, Ohio |
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Configuration |
60 degree V6, aluminum block and heads |
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Intake Manifold |
Composite, split plenum |
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Exhaust Manifold |
Cast Iron |
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Crankshaft |
Forged steel |
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Redline |
6700 RPM |
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Idle Speed in Drive |
620 RPM (640 with trailer tow package) |
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Throttle Body |
65mm, electronic |
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Valvetrain |
DAMB, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable
camshaft timing |
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Valve Diameter |
Intake: 37mm; Exhaust: 31mm |
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Pistons |
High temperature cast aluminum alloy with
low-friction coated skirts, low tension rings |
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Connecting Rods |
Cracked powder metal |
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Ignition |
Pencil Coil |
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Bore x stroke |
3.6 x 3.4 in/ 92.5 x 86.7 mm |
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Displacement |
213 cu in/ 3.496 cc |
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Compression ratio |
10.3:1 |
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Horsepower |
265@ 6250 |
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Horsepower per liter |
71.5 |
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Torque |
250 lb-ft @ 4500 |
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Recommended fuel |
87 Octane |
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Fuel capacity |
20 gallons |
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Fuel Injection |
Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
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Emission Control |
Closed loop with catalyst |
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Emissions (tailpipe/evaporation) |
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Federal standards |
Fed: Tier 2/Bin5, LEV II |
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California standards |
Calif : ULEV II |
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Oil Capacity |
5.5 quarts, with filter |
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Recommended Oil |
GF4, 5W-20 |
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DRIVETRAIN |
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Layout |
FWD (Optional AWD) |
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TRANSMISSION |
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Standard |
6-Speed Automatic |
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Gear Ratios |
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1st |
4.484 |
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2nd |
2.872 |
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3rd |
1.842 |
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4th |
1.414 |
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5th |
1.000 |
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6th |
0.742 |
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REV |
-2.882 |
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Final Drive |
FWD: 2.77; AWD: 3.16 |
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SUSPENSION |
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Front |
Macpherson strut and L-shaped lower control arm
with isolated subframe and stabilizer bar |
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Rear |
Independent suspension with trailing blade,
integrated knuckle and lateral links, isolated subframe and
stabilizer bar |
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STEERING |
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Type |
Power rack and pinion |
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Steering column |
Tilt-telescope |
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Ratio |
17.7:1 |
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Turns lock-to-lock |
3.1 |
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Turning circle curb-to-curb |
11.74 m (38.6 ft) |
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BRAKES |
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Type |
4-wheel ABS (4 channel); AdvanceTrac® with Roll
Stability Control (RSC®) |
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Front |
Disc |
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Swept area |
FWD (63.1 in 2) AWD (69.79 in 2) |
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Rear |
Disc |
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Swept area |
50.38 in 2 |
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Power assist |
Yes |
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TIRES AND WHEELS |
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P235/65R17 all-season BSW on 17x7-in. steel with
cover (SE) |
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P235/65R17 all-season BSW on 17x7.5-in. painted
aluminum (SEL, optional SE) |
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P245/60R18 all-season BSW on 18x7.5-in. painted
aluminum or aluminum with chrome (optional SEL) |
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Recommended tire pressure (front/rear) |
35 psi |
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DIMENSIONS (inches unless
otherwise noted) (All dimensions are Preliminary) |
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EXTERIOR |
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Wheelbase |
111.2 |
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Overall length |
185.7 |
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Overall width |
75.8 excluding mirrors 87.1 including mirrors
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Overall height |
67.2 (w/o roofrack); 68.9 (w/roofrack) |
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Track width, front/rear |
65.1/64.9 |
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Ground clearance |
8.0 |
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Approach angle |
16 deg |
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Departure angle |
24.5 deg |
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Ramp breakover angle |
17.3 deg |
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Cargo Volume behind front row |
69.6 cu ft |
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Cargo Volume behind second row |
32.1 cu ft |
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INTERIOR |
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Seating capacity |
5 passenger |
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Headroom |
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Front row |
40.0 (w/o moonroof); 37.8 (w/moonroof) |
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Second row |
39.3 (w/o moonroof); 38.7 (w/moonroof) |
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Legroom |
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Front row |
40.7 |
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Second row |
39.6 |
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Shoulder room |
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Front row |
58.9 |
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Second row |
58.8 |
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Hip room |
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Front row |
54.8 |
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Second row |
56.3 |
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WEIGHTS AND CAPACITIES (pounds
unless otherwise noted) |
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Maximum towing capacity
(when properly equipped) |
Class II (3500 lbs) |
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Maximum payload (when properly equipped)
including 150 lb driver |
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FWD |
FWD: 1077; AWD: 1058 |
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Base curb weight |
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FWD |
4073 |
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AWD |
4282 |
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Weight distribution (f/r) |
60/40 |
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FUEL ECONOMY (city/hwy) |
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FWD 3.5L V6 |
18/25 |
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AWD 3.5L V6 |
17/24 |
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MAJOR STANDARD EQUIPMENT |
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SE Model |
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™,
spoiler, remote keyless entry, manual fold power mirrors, cloth
bucket seats, 2nd row 60/40 split-fold-flat bench seats with
center head restraint, Side air bags, Safety Canopy™, 3-point
belts in all positions, front row height adjustable seat belts,
BeltMinder® (front row), Personal Safety System™, child safety
locks, LATCH, front and rear floormats, front console, manual air
conditioning, power windows with one-touch down driver, power
locks, speed control, premium AM/FM/Single CD/MP3 capable audio
system and 4 speakers |
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SEL adds |
Fog lamps, 6-way power driver seat, overhead
console, premium CDx6 with 9 speakers, steering wheel audio
controls, unique Interior treatments, message center/compass,
chrome exhaust tips, dual illuminated visors |
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OPTIONS |
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Interior |
auto-dimming rearview mirror, premium CDx6,
audio jack in center console, SIRIUS Satellite radio, rear cargo
management system.
SEL only options: Leather seats, 6-way power passenger seat,
passenger seat fold flat, heated seats, memory driver seat, remote
release on 2nd row fold-flat seats, dual electronic automatic
temperature control with air filter, manual fold power heated side
mirrors with puddle lamps and memory, audiophile sound, DVD
entertainment system, navigation system, redundant climate
controls on steering wheel |
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Exterior |
AWD, , Class II trailer tow package, automatic
headlamps, roof side rails, 17" painted aluminum wheels, keyless
entry pad
SEL only Options: Panoramic Vista Roof™, Reverse Sensing System,
18" chrome clad or painted aluminum wheels |
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OTHER |
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Exterior color |
Blazing Copper, Crème Brulee, Redfire, Black
Clearcoat, Carbon, Dune Pearl, Pewter, Light Sage, Dark Amethyst
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Interior trim |
Medium Light Stone, Camel, Charcoal Black |
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WARRANTY INFORMATION |
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Warranty |
3-year, 36,000 bumper-to-bumper warranty |
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5-year, 60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty
and roadside assistance |
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