Edgy Girl Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 (edited) I started roaming here on BON when I purchased my first Edge back in 2007. If you happen to scan the topics back into pages 16-20, you will see some of my early posts. The forums were extremely helpful back then when the Edge was an unknown commodity. I loved it so much, and its been so good to me, I just traded my 2007 Edge for a 2013 Ford Edge. Wow, has this CUV ever evolved over 6 model years. Quite impressed over my first 24 hours. Ask any questions you like, especially those who are looking for a new vehicle. Edited August 17, 2012 by Edgy Girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 How comfortable are the back seats ? Would you be willing to sit in the back seats for a multi-hour trip With the drivers seat all the way back, can an "average" (5'4" - 5'10") adult sit comfortably behind it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted August 17, 2012 Author Share Posted August 17, 2012 Back seats are awesome..very comfortable with 4 people and the center armrest down. Squishy with 3 in the back, but leg room is good. The one thing I can say is that both in my 2007 and this one - leg room is generous. I always look at the back seat room when I check out new cars.... its one reason I didn't get a new Escape.. the Escape seemed a little tight in the back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timf Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 I love the look of the SEL Appearance Package. If only the Driver's Entry package was available on SEL in the US, I would have gone for the exact configuration you have instead of the Limited. Grats on your new ride! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted August 17, 2012 Author Share Posted August 17, 2012 Thanks!! I keep hearing about the driver's entry package not available in the US... that's kind of silly. My old Edge was SEL+ - so I am used to buying the "Limited" level of vehicle. Those rims are killer and sold me on the SEL pkg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk2112 Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Looks great! My dad has a 2011 Sport and he really likes it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 (edited) It has been about 5 days in my new Edge - first impressions: Sight lines from driver seat massively improved - I think my 07 Edge had too big pillars... Awesome ride and handling. Turning corners is a dream. The instant fuel economy gauge is a very neat feature. I use to maximize my fuel economy in the city. Still getting used to the feel of the Ecoboost - it certainly has the power feel of my old V6 - but to keep fuel economy in line, I need to keep my heavy foot off the gas from the line.. Thats more me than the car.. Higway fuel economy was bang on to the posted window stickers.. city is a teeny bit higher than posted - I think mostly because I push it ... Getting TONS of compliments on the colour and rims ... it is quite impressive. Edited August 21, 2012 by Edgy Girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Looks great! I really like those wheels too. I know what you mean about the ride and handling. Compared to the 2010 SEL rental I had awhile back my 2011 is night and day in that regard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHOsborn Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 I remember you, Edgy Girl, from back in 2007 when we both had brand new Edges! Ours was a lease that we let go after 39 months....my wife decided she wanted the new (back then in 2010) Taurus, so that's what we got. I just, one month ago, traded my 2007 F-150 for a new 2013 Ruby Red Explorer XLT AWD, and am loving it so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 I just love the ruby red colour.... in the sun it is something else. I debated the Taurus as well - tough to choose, but a much larger car than I need... but then again, I found the new Escape too tight. I loved my old edge, but the new Edge is wonderfully improved even with all the possible quirks that could happen. Enjoy the rides! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveTaurus Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 How do you do with the MFT so far? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 Actually - so far so good... Only 1 pet peeve so far - resetting the sirius presets - I still can't figure that out, The radio regular preset process is fine and works.... but the Sirius ones - ?? Just haven't had time to call Sirius for tech help. It can be glitchy once in a while -but nothing serious - kinda like your home computer.... I think dealing with MFT is all about your perspective... and you can't say I was not warned.. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 (edited) I finally figured on the Sirius preset process. Just had to get the right series of screens, and I can reset them... YA... I have been driving with a light foot and keepings RPMs to under 2000 - keeps bringing the city fuel economy down, just .5 litre over the stated now.. Breaking 1000kms on the odometer, time to start pushing engine a little more... Acceleration and power have been excellent!! Edited September 20, 2012 by Edgy Girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Great Bridge Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 How does the stereo sound in the SEL? I understand that you can only get the basic system in the SEL but you get the Sony system in the Limited. I like the looks of the Sport package but it gets expensive to upgrade the sound with aftermarket parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted September 29, 2012 Author Share Posted September 29, 2012 Actually, the sound is pretty good. I had the upgraded stereo in my old Edge and I knew I gave up getting the Sony with the SEL. I mostly listen to sirius, so I didnt see the point of having an upgraded sound system for that. Its nice to have a subwoofer etc, but I dont have any complaints about the standard sound system. I liked the SEL appearance pkg far more than the Limited, and I didn't need the bigger engine in the Sport. Ecoboost is awesome, love the power with fuel economy. I have the driver's entry package - awesome add on if you can get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted October 18, 2012 Author Share Posted October 18, 2012 A little over 2500kms in... and the things are good. Fuel economy is excellent... and power is awesome with Ecoboost. MFT can be a little glitchy, but for the most part, it works fine. On a side note, saw the new Fusion for the first time. It was Ruby Red.. it was nice...but I wasn't overly impressed by its looks in person. The interior was styled very much like my Edge so..it looked good. So glad, I got my Edge... !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 So as the cold weather rolls in.... remote start is awesome!! One morning this week was cold enough to trigger the auto rear and front defrost and the bum warmers. Nice!!!! Fuel economy still on target.. over 3500kms in. Loving power trunk too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranair911 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I just ordered one! I love the Ruby Red and it is coming with the dark interior. I decided against the Nav because the updates are expensive. Just the base SEL with a block heater for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 Congrats!! Im sure you will love it. Really love this Edge. Hopefully not too long a wait for you. Try to get the VIN or order number so you can get is tracked here in the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranair911 Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Edgy Girl, Did you buy off the lot or order? I am wondering how long it takes to have one built. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgy Girl Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 I ordered mine... I wanted the SEL appearance pkg, and got every option but the lighted inside door edge tagging.. LOL So.. 10 weeks... Ordered end of May 2012.. took delivery early August... My brother works at Ford Oakville.. so I get the bonus of getting it at employee pricing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranair911 Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 My Brother in Law works there. My Dad was years at Ontario Truck and I even had a 1 year stint there as well. Gotta love the A-Plan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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