The entire Edge lineup receives new wheel designs, and two new gray colors join the palette. All models also receive acoustic-laminated glass on the front side windows for extra sound deadening as well as standard rear parking sensors. The infotainment system gets upgraded to the Sync 4 interface and gains a 12-inch display. The top-level ST model adds a six-way power-adjustable passenger's seat and a heated steering wheel as standard.
Pros Accommodating interior, smooth and quiet ride, well-equipped even at the base level.
Cons Cabin fit-and-finish needs polish, nondescript handling, rival SUVs look and feel fresher.
For 2021 New 12-inch touchscreen replaces previous 8-inch screen.Ford's upgraded Sync 4 infotainment system now standard,Reverse parking sensors added to all trims.New seven-speed transmission for Edge ST.
Pros Plush, well-padded seats Plenty of space for passengers and luggage Fuel-efficient and performance-oriented engines Quiet cabin at highway speeds
Cons Interior design and control layout are dated and bland Visibility hampered by thick roof pillars and blind spots Transmission responses are a little slow Rides uncomfortably over small bumps and dips
The 2021 Ford Edge's #11 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. It is a finalist for our 2021 Best 2-Row SUV for Families award. Currently the Ford Edge has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 46 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Energetic turbocharged engine choices Many standard safety features Spacious interior
Cons Subpar cabin materials Poor rear and side visibility
Kia has finally joined the booming city-SUV class.
Pros Modern design Perky economical engine Runs on regular unleaded Long list of standard equipment Roomy boot Seven-year warranty
Cons Service intervals are short at 10,000km Service costs a touch on the high side Rear camera is fuzzy at night Lacks rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning
Pros Easy to drive Reassuring seven-year warranty Colourful personalisation options
Cons Cramped back seats Rather noisy at speed Cabin feels cheap in places
PROS It's a great-looking little thing Well-sorted steering and handling Seven-year warranty wth no strings attached
CONS Gets a bit rowdy on coarse roads Cheap and reflective dash plastic $5000 hike over related Rio GT-Line
