2008 Ford Edge

 

2008 FORD EDGE INJECTS NEW ENERGY AND FEATURES IN FORD’S CROSSOVER LINEUP

- Infotainment and Connectivity. For 2008, Edge offers the latest in state-of-the-art features, including Ford Sync? hands-free communication and entertainment system, voice-activated navigation, SIRIUS® Satellite Radio, rear DVD entertainment system and MP3/audio input jack.
- Flexibility and Convenience. A new liftgate handle design, new power liftgate option and available EasyFold™ second-row seats make it easy to load and unload cargo.
- Bold Design. New-for-2008 features include the addition of a Limited Series, a new Interior Appearance Package, class-exclusive 20-inch chrome wheels, plus four new exterior colors.
- Standard Ford Safety. Standard safety features abound, including Ford’s industry-leading Advance Trac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control), seat-mounted side air bags, Safety Canopy™ side air curtains and Ford’s Personal Safety System.

The Ford Edge crossover continues to energize the Ford brand in the hottest vehicle segment in the United States. Ford’s new crossover distinguishes itself with bold, American design, a flexible interior, dynamic driving character and a host of innovative features.

The Edge delivers spirited performance, fuel efficiency and a smooth, quiet ride from its class-exclusive 265-horsepower V-6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. Edge also delivers on safety, with a host of standard safety features including Ford’s exclusive AdvanceTrac® with RSC®. Edge boasts a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and achieved front and side driver five-star crash-test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 

Edge is available in SE, SEL and Limited trims. All Edges are manufactured at Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada.

New-for-2008 Features Set Edge Apart from the Competition
The 2008 Edge lives up to Ford Motor Company’s commitment to deliver more vehicles that customers – Ford Sync™ – an industry-exclusive, voice-activated, hands-free, in-car communications and entertainment system. The available system, developed in collaboration with Microsoft, fully integrates mobile phones and media players into the vehicle using Bluetooth technology and USB connectivity.
- Voice-activated navigation system. The available voice-activated DVD-based navigation system features a 6.5-inch touch screen designed for improved clarity. It incorporates text-to-speech technology that reads and communicates directions and street names in English, Spanish and French.
- Power liftgate. This available new feature provides easy access to the rear cargo area and can be opened with the key fob or with a switch mounted on the dash. A new design for the liftgate handle also allows for easier access to the vehicle’s rear cargo area.

Edge offers even more choices for 2008 with the addition of the Limited Series, a new Interior Appearance Package that includes leather-trimmed seats with premium red seating surfaces and contrast stitching, a new 18-inch wheel option and new class-exclusive 20-inch wheels. Four new colors are available for 2008: Vapor Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Light Ice Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Dark Ink Blue Clearcoat Metallic and White Sand Tri-Coat. 

For added convenience, Edge now comes with a one-touch up-and-down driver window and an available Homelink universal garage door opener. 

Additional available infotainment features include factory-installed SIRIUS® Satellite Radio and a DVD entertainment system with a drop-down 8-inch screen and two pairs of wireless headphones. 

 

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