Used Ford Edge

What to know before buying: Ford Edge

From 2 forum threads and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The cabin is spacious and comfortable, with room for three rear passengers and one of the most capacious boots in its class.[1][2][4]
• The ride is quiet and comfortable, noise insulation is very good, and the large Edge feels surprisingly easy to drive.[2][4]
• 2016 testers praised its stability on slippery and snowy roads, while stressing that the Edge is not intended for serious off-roading.[1][4]
• Even the 210 hp 2.0 diesel does not feel especially quick: overtakes need planning, and the six-speed automatic is lazier than rivals’ eight-speed units.[1][4]

Typical faults

• On 2007–2014 cars, clicking from the wheel area was reported after 75,000 miles, mainly due to a loose or poorly fitting plastic liner.[3]one source

  2007–2014

• On 2016–2017 cars, airbag inflator propellant could degrade rapidly with temperature and humidity changes; the airbag could detach or fail to inflate fully.[3]one source

  2016–2017

• Windshield seals were reported to slip and leak repeatedly on 2007, 2008 and 2011 cars; in severe cases rainwater soaked the cabin floor.[3]one source
• Transmission failures were reported on 2007–2008 cars after 80,000 miles, sometimes suddenly immobilising the vehicle; diagnostics on some affected cars showed no fault.[3]one source

  2007–2008

Which engine and version to take

• For the 2016 European version, a tester preferred the 210 hp 2.0 TDCi biturbo with Powershift: shifts were almost imperceptible, although performance is not sporty.[2][4]

What to check at the inspection

• When checking a 2007–2014 car, listen for clicking near the wheels and inspect the plastic wheel-arch liners for looseness or excessive clearance.[3]one source
• On 2007, 2008 and 2011 cars, inspect the windshield seal, cabin floor and carpets for moisture or evidence of earlier leaks.[3]one source
• On 2007–2008 cars, test the transmission thoroughly in every mode; a normal diagnostic result alone does not rule out the reported failure.[3]one source
• On 2016–2017 cars, check the SRS warning and airbag system; the source says propellant degradation sometimes triggered the SRS light.[3]one source
• Check the rear towing point and equipment: one 2016 test car had no threaded socket behind the bumper cover because a separate tow bar was intended but not fitted.[1][2]

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]iauto.lv — Ford Edge 2016 tests, atsauksmes un iespaidi - Forums · forum
2. [2]iauto.lv — iAuto lasītāji testē: Jaunums Latvijas tirgū - "Ford Edge" (+ ... · forum
3. [3]cardjibouti.com — Les problèmes les plus courants du ford edge · press
4. [4]whatcar.lv — Testa brauciens - Ford Edge: pirmie iespaidi - What Car? · press

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