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Ford Edge performs like a true thoroughbred. Well actually, it performs like 265 thoroughbreds, with aggressive acceleration and a smooth gait thanks to its advanced six-cylinder engine. But the real fun comes in controlling all this power. Edge is nimble and agile, gripping the road with firm, responsive handling. This is of course, the kind of performance you probably expect. What's surprising, is how little fuel Edge consumes in the process.* Edge runs hard. But it drinks little.

• EPA estimated 18 city/ 25 hwy mpg, FWD.

You and Edge have a lot to talk about. Luckily, there are two available systems that enable Edge to hear what you have to say: Both available SYNC®, and the available Navigation System feature voice activation. Tell SYNC you want to make a call, and just like that you'll be connected through your Bluetooth-enabled phone.* The Navigation System, which can store a gigantic music and photo library - and even rip CDs, will play whatever you want to hear. Just say the word. Edge is happy to listen.

Edge refuses to be ignored. Its striking presence is bolder than a car. Sleeker and sportier than an SUV, it is the quintessential crossover. The large wheels and pronounced fenders are poised to grab the road and grip it into submission. The tall, spacious cabin is equipped to adapt to your busy life. Versatile. Comfortable. Beautiful. Get ready to look good. People will be watching.

The beauty of Edge goes beyond its exterior. Its beauty also lies in its host of safety features, such as AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control (RSC®), anti-lock brakes and available all-wheel drive, which help you avoid trouble on the road. Edge is also equipped with standard dual-stage front airbags in the Personal Safety System and seat-mounted side airbags for the driver and front passenger, plus Safety Canopy® side curtain airbags for outboard-seated passengers in both rows.* What's more, at the heart of this crossover is a reinforced steel cage, part of the vehicle's structural design that helps manage energy in the event of a collision. All of these features helped the Ford Edge earn a 2009 Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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