2022 Ford Edge

The 2.0L EcoBoost turbo I-4 is the volume powertrain across SE, SEL, ST-Line, and Titanium trims; the ST swaps in a 2.7L twin-turbo V6 for 335 hp.

Peak torque for the volume 2.0L EcoBoost I-4; the ST's 2.7L V6 delivers substantially more at 380 lb-ft.

Edmunds' instrumented test of a 2.0L EcoBoost AWD Edge recorded 7.5 s to 60 mph; the ST's 2.7L V6 is considerably quicker at roughly 6.1 s.

The 2.0L EcoBoost delivers adequate low-end torque but reviewers note a slow-to-respond throttle and occasional hesitation before the turbo spools; the ST's V6 is smoother and stronger.

The 8-speed automatic (7-speed on ST) generally shifts smoothly but Edmunds and owner reports note occasional low-speed hesitation and slightly aggressive early upshifts rather than consistently crisp behavior.

Maximum conventional towing capacity across the 2022 Edge lineup requires the 2.7L V6 ST powertrain plus the Class II Trailer Tow Package; the 2.0L I-4 tops out at 1,500 lbs.

For 2022 Ford made all-wheel drive standard and the sole drivetrain across every Edge trim (FWD discontinued), though the Intelligent AWD system offers basic normal/slippery/deep-snow drive modes rather than low-range or terrain-specific hardware.

The Edge is a pavement-oriented crossover with roughly 7.9 in of ground clearance, no dedicated off-road trim, and no skid plates, locking differentials, or terrain-management hardware.

Two gas powertrains cover the range — the 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 for mainstream trims and the 2.7L twin-turbo V6 for the ST — with no hybrid, PHEV, or EV option anywhere in the 2022 lineup.

EPA rates the volume 2.0L EcoBoost AWD Edge at 23 MPG combined; all 2022 Edge trims came standard with AWD (no FWD offered this model year).

EPA city figure for the standard 2.0L EcoBoost AWD powertrain, the volume configuration for 2022.

EPA highway figure for the standard 2.0L EcoBoost AWD powertrain.

Derived from the Edge's 18.5-gallon fuel tank and EPA combined MPG; Ford does not publish a range figure directly for gas models.

EPA annual fuel cost estimate for the 2022 Ford Edge AWD at standard 15,000 mi/yr assumptions and the fuel-price assumption in effect for MY2022 labels; ST V6 trim would run higher.

The volume 2.0L EcoBoost powertrain runs on regular 87-octane gasoline (premium optional for a modest performance gain); only the low-volume ST's 2.7L V6 recommends premium.

NHTSA's full 5-star overall rating for the 2022 Edge, unchanged since the 2019 mid-cycle refresh and carried across the whole 2020-2023 model-year run on the same crash structure.

All performed crashworthiness tests scored Good on the unchanged second-generation structure, but the Edge did not earn a Top Safety Pick award for 2022 because its standard-trim headlights rated Poor, disqualifying it despite otherwise strong structural results.

Ford Co-Pilot360 (AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, auto high-beams) is standard on every 2022 Edge trim, but adaptive cruise control and lane centering require the optional Co-Pilot360 Assist+ package on lower trims.

IIHS rated the standard front crash prevention system 'Advanced' for vehicle-to-pedestrian detection on this generation, a solid but not top-tier result one step below Superior.

Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with cross-traffic alert is standard fleet-wide for 2022, but it is alert-only with no automated braking intervention.

Standard lane-keeping assist provides basic warning/correction; true lane-centering only comes bundled with the Co-Pilot360 Assist+ adaptive cruise package, and reviewers describe it as functional rather than refined on this aging platform.

Co-Pilot360 Assist+ adds stop-and-go adaptive cruise with lane centering and evasive steering assist, standard from SEL up and optional on SE, but reviewers note nothing standout versus segment leaders this late in the model's life cycle.

BlueCruise launched in 2021 on the Mustang Mach-E and expanded to F-150 for 2022, but Ford never offered it on the Edge, which was in its final years of production with no hands-free option.

IIHS rated headlights Poor on most trims for this generation; only upper trims with specific option packages achieved the second-highest Acceptable rating, a result stable across the 2020-2023 model years.

Reviewers note thick roof pillars and modest glass area hamper sightlines; a standard rearview camera and optional 180-degree front camera partially offset the blind zones.

Full LATCH hardware (two lower-anchor sets plus a center tether) is present, but IIHS rated ease-of-use only Acceptable, citing lower anchors set too deep and tether hardware that can be confused for anchors.

The 2022 Edge is a two-row, five-passenger mid-size crossover with no third-row option across SE, SEL, ST-Line, ST, and Titanium trims.

Standard front headroom for the volume SEL trim, unchanged from the rest of this Edge generation.

Front legroom is unchanged for 2022, matching the rest of the current-generation Edge run.

Second-row headroom is a strength for the segment thanks to the Edge's boxy roofline.

Second-row legroom is generous, aided by the 60/40 split-fold reclining rear bench.

The Edge has no third-row seating option in any 2022 trim, unlike three-row mid-size rivals such as the Explorer or Highlander.

Cargo volume behind the second row is mid-pack for a two-row mid-size crossover.

Maximum cargo volume with the 60/40 second row folded flat is competitive among two-row mid-size SUVs.

Useful but unremarkable storage: a Cargo Management System, front console storage tray with a deep cubby under the armrest, cargo-area LED lighting, and an optional cargo net, without any standout innovation like a giga-console.

Front seats are supportive with soft leather on upper trims, but reviewers describe the rear bench as fairly flat and shapeless with thinner cushioning than some competitors offer.

The suspension absorbs larger bumps well, but small bumps and rough pavement make the ride feel bouncy, and some owner feedback describes the ride as occasionally nervous over broken pavement.

Reviewers consistently praise the Edge's quiet cabin with strong isolation from wind, road, and engine noise, though road noise is more prominent on certain surfaces.

Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard across the lineup, heated front seats arrive on SEL and up, and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are concentrated on the range-topping Titanium.

2022 was the second model year after Ford standardized AWD across the entire Edge lineup (dropping the FWD-only base configuration). SE AWD anchors the range well above compact rivals like Escape.

SEL was the volume 2022 Edge configuration — adds SYNC 3 infotainment, heated front seats, and additional Co-Pilot360 driver-assist content over SE. Sits above mid-size rivals like Explorer XLT and Blazer RS as-equipped given the Edge's higher pricing floor.

Better than mid-pack for mid-size SUVs — the 2.0L EcoBoost four is mechanically simple and well-proven, keeping projected repair costs modest relative to the segment, in line with the sibling 2023 (~$5,357) and 2024 (~$6,300) model-year estimates for the same generation.

Weak residuals, among the worst in the mid-size SUV class — an aging platform nearing end of production accelerates depreciation beyond what fleet/rental exposure alone would explain. This is the single biggest ownership-cost drag on the Edge.

Ford's standard basic warranty — the floor of the mainstream segment, matching domestic and Japanese rivals but trailing Hyundai/Kia (5/60) and Mitsubishi (5/60).

Ford's standard 5/60 powertrain floor — again the segment minimum next to Hyundai/Kia's far more generous 10/100 coverage.

Ford offers no complimentary scheduled maintenance for the 2022 Edge — owners pay from the first service interval. Roadside assistance is bundled with the 3/36 basic warranty, and FordPass Connect provides a limited connected-services trial, but there's no ongoing perk beyond that.

$40,985 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (44% retained, or about $18,033) leaves about $22,952 in depreciation. Add the projected $5,100 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $28,052 in total.

J.D. Power gives the 2022 Edge a predicted reliability score of 76/100 (Average band), while Consumer Reports' 2022 brand survey singled out the Edge as one of only two Ford models (alongside the Maverick) to earn an above-average reliability ranking that model year, better than most of Ford's own lineup.

Ford's brand-wide standing was mixed in this window: Consumer Reports' 2022 survey ranked Ford 18th of 24 brands (down four places from 2021), while J.D. Power's 2022 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study ranked Ford 16th with 188 problems per 100 vehicles, edging out the 192 PP100 industry average. Net effect is a mid-pack brand track record, not a standout.

The 2022 Edge carries roughly five NHTSA recalls, the most serious being 24S55 — cracked/brittle intake valves on 2.7L EcoBoost Edge ST/Nautilus units built May-Oct 2021 that can cause a loss of drive power, requiring engine replacement in affected cases — plus a rearview-camera display software recall (22S14). The intake-valve issue is a genuine powertrain safety concern even though it's confined to the 2.7L ST trim and a specific build window, pulling this below the following model year's cleaner record.

The volume 2.0L EcoBoost inline-4 is a mature design (in production since 2015) with well-documented but largely resolved coolant-intrusion issues from earlier model years and a reputation for 200,000+ mile durability with proper maintenance; the optional 2.7L EcoBoost V6 in the Edge ST, however, is the specific engine family subject to the 24S55 cracked intake valve recall for 2021-2022 builds, a real mark against this generation's powertrain reputation even though Ford revised the valve material for post-October 2021 production.

Reviewers describe a cabin with plenty of hard black plastic offset by padded upper dash, door panels, and armrests that lend a reasonably premium feel for a mainstream mid-size SUV, though the design was unchanged from prior years and doesn't fully match the price on top trims.

Consumer Reports called interior fit and finish 'unimpressive,' citing misaligned dashboard pieces on test vehicles — a scattered but real assembly-consistency complaint rather than a top-tier result, consistent across this generation's production run.

Ford operates one of the largest dealer and service networks in the US (~3,000 dealers), giving Edge owners broad geographic access to service, though satisfaction surveys place the brand's service experience in the middle of the pack rather than among leaders.

RepairPal pegs Ford's average annual repair cost at $775 (above the industry average, brand ranked in the bottom third for reliability), but the Edge's CD4 platform is shared across several Ford/Lincoln models with a long production run, keeping common-wear parts and independent-shop familiarity normal.

The volume SE/SEL/ST-Line trims of the 2022 Edge carry an 8-inch SYNC 3 touchscreen, with a larger 12-inch capacitive touchscreen available on Titanium and standard on the ST.

SYNC 3 is a mature, generally responsive system with a straightforward tile-based menu and retained physical climate/audio controls, but its graphics and touch response trail the newer SYNC 4A found on refreshed Ford models.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the 2022 Edge lineup, with wireless connectivity available on SYNC 3-equipped trims with the embedded modem, but not confirmed standard fleet-wide the way wired projection is.

SYNC 3's voice recognition handles basic commands adequately and an embedded SYNC 3 Navigation Pack is available, but most owners lean on CarPlay/Android Auto for mapping since the native system is functional rather than class-leading.

The standard 6-speaker system is unremarkable but adequate, while the available 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen system on upper trims is a genuine premium option well-regarded in the segment.

The Edge pairs analog gauges with a pair of small configurable LCD driver-information displays rather than a full reconfigurable digital cluster, a carryover design that already trailed rivals moving to larger digital clusters.

SYNC 3 supports periodic software and map updates delivered via Wi-Fi or USB, but the scope is limited to infotainment software rather than the broader vehicle-system OTA capability of Ford's later SYNC 4A platform.

The FordPass app provides free remote start, lock/unlock, vehicle status, and GPS locate, with a Wi-Fi hotspot and richer connected services requiring the optional FordPass Connect 4G modem and subscription.

The 2022 Edge offers a handful of USB-A ports and an available wireless charging pad on upper trims, but lacks USB-C and the abundant fast-charging setups becoming common on newer rivals.

Intelligent Access proximity entry with push-button start is standard across the lineup and FordPass supports app-based remote start, though a hands-free power liftgate is limited to upper trims.

A rear-view camera is standard across the lineup, but the 360-degree camera system and active park assist are reserved for the Titanium and ST trims rather than being broadly available.

Ford does not offer a head-up display on any 2022 Edge trim, a notable omission versus rivals that make one available even on volume trims.

Wide door openings and a low load floor make loading kids and strollers easy, but the 2022 Edge is a strict two-row, 5-seat crossover with no third-row option, and IIHS rated LATCH ease-of-use only Acceptable, citing lower anchors set too deep and tether hardware that can be confused for anchors.

Ford Co-Pilot360 (AEB, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist) is standard across every 2022 Edge trim including the base SE, and NHTSA rated the vehicle 5 stars overall, but the 2022 Edge did not earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick award because its standard-trim headlights rated Poor, a real gap versus family-hauler segment leaders.

Second-row space is generous (40.3 in headroom, 40.6 in legroom) and 39.2 cu ft of cargo room behind the rear seats swallows family luggage without folding anything down, but the rear bench is described as flat and shapeless with thinner cushioning than rivals offer, and there's no way to add capacity for a 6th/7th passenger.

A quiet, well-isolated cabin and standard AWD make the Edge relaxing around town, but the 2.0L EcoBoost/8-speed pairing shows occasional throttle hesitation and early upshift aggressiveness, and the ride turns bouncy over smaller bumps and rough pavement.

With AWD standard fleet-wide for 2022 (FWD dropped), the volume 2.0L EcoBoost trims are EPA-rated 21/28/23 mpg city/highway/combined and roughly $2,600/yr in fuel at 15,000 mi/yr — mid-pack for a gas-only mid-size crossover with no hybrid option, and the losing of the more efficient FWD variant nudges running costs slightly worse than the prior model year.

At roughly 188 inches long the Edge is more compact than 3-row mid-size SUVs, with a reasonable turning circle and an available 360-degree camera plus Active Park Assist 2.0 on higher trims that ease tight parking, though it's still noticeably larger than a compact crossover in the city.

The volume 2.0L EcoBoost trims tow just 1,500 lbs, and the maximum rating of 3,500 lbs requires the low-volume ST's 2.7L V6 with the Class II Trailer Tow Package; there's no factory payload/bed capability, so the Edge can handle only a small utility trailer at best.

J.D. Power gave the 2022 Edge a 76/100 predicted reliability score and Consumer Reports singled it out as one of only two Ford models with an above-average reliability ranking that year, but the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 in the Edge ST is subject to the 24S55 recall for cracked intake valves on 2021-2022 builds, a real mark against hard-use durability for that trim.

Standard roof-rail side rails accept aftermarket crossbars and racks and a Class II hitch is available, but there's no onboard power outlet for tools, no washable cargo liner ecosystem, and essentially no upfit market built around this platform.

A quiet cabin and supportive front seats make the Edge a competent highway cruiser, and Co-Pilot360 Assist+ adaptive cruise (standard SEL and up) reduces fatigue, but an 18.5-gallon tank at 28 mpg highway yields only about 500 miles of highway range and the rear seat's thinner cushioning limits multi-hour comfort for all occupants.

Ford made Intelligent AWD standard across the entire 2022 lineup (FWD dropped), giving every Edge buyer all-weather traction for gravel roads and campground access, but roughly 7.9 in of ground clearance and no low-range gearing or off-road-tuned suspension keep it a pavement-and-light-trail crossover rather than a true adventure vehicle.

60/40 split-folding rear seats open up to 73.4 cu ft with the second row down, and standard roof rails plus an available Class II hitch let owners add roof boxes or a small trailer, giving solid flexibility for gear even without a third row to fold.

The CD4-platform Edge, largely unchanged since its 2019 mid-cycle refresh, delivers secure, flat cornering with decent grip but no real enthusiasm for 2022; the ST's stiffer suspension tuning and 335 lb-ft V6 sharpen response somewhat without transforming the car's character.

Steering is accurate and nicely weighted enough to place the car confidently, but largely numb on-center, typical of Ford's comfort-oriented EPAS tuning for this platform; the ST's slightly heavier calibration doesn't add meaningful feedback.

Pedal feel is firm and predictable with no notable fade complaints in reviews; the ST's larger rotors and calipers add reassurance for its extra power, though instrumented 60-0 stops are mid-pack for the segment.

The 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 paired with the 8-speed automatic (introduced in the 2019 refresh) delivers smooth low-rpm torque delivery in ordinary use, but reviewers noted occasional hesitant downshifts and mild turbo lag under quick throttle inputs; the 2.7L V6 ST is markedly more responsive and refined.

The 2.0L turbo-four is quiet and well-isolated at cruise, with the cabin praised for good wind/road/engine noise isolation, but becomes coarse and vocal under hard acceleration; the 2.7L V6 in the ST is noticeably smoother and more pleasant-sounding at all engine speeds.

The Edge's turning diameter has been consistent across the 2019-2024 generation at roughly 38.7 ft, on the wider end for a mid-size two-row crossover.

A raised seating position, generous adjustment range, good outward visibility, and Ford's straightforward SYNC 3 touchscreen/control layout are consistently praised as user-friendly, with only modest thick-pillar blind spots noted.

The Edge is a competent, comfort-focused appliance rather than an engaging drive; the ST trim's extra power and firmer tuning add some enthusiast appeal, but reviewers still rank it behind more dynamically tuned rivals.

Base SE trim comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360 (automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert) and an 8-inch SYNC 3 touchscreen; dual-zone climate and larger 12-inch touchscreen wait for higher trims. Competitive for a mainstream mid-size crossover but not class-leading.

Pricing spans roughly $39,440 (SE) to $47,980 (ST), and unlike 2023 the lineup still includes the 335-hp ST performance model, adding a genuine content/capability angle at the top. Still, the aging 2015-generation platform and infotainment trail newer mid-size rivals like the Hyundai Santa Fe and Nissan Murano in refinement.

Five trims (SE, SEL, ST-Line, Titanium, ST) span basic FWD/AWD crossover duty up through a 335-hp 2.7L EcoBoost V6 performance variant, a wider and more distinct spread than the 2023 lineup after the ST was dropped.

Edge sales rebounded in 2022 (Q1 up ~19% YoY to 26,412 units, Q2 up ~46% YoY to 25,041 units) as chip-shortage inventory eased, but the model still placed only fourth-to-sixth in its segment quarter to quarter, and Ford's January 2022 discontinuation announcement further undercut long-term buyer interest.

Ford's brand equity is buoyed by F-150, Bronco, and Mustang halo products, giving it solid mainstream credibility, but the Edge itself carries little of that halo and is a middling nameplate within the lineup.

With the Edge's discontinuation confirmed in January 2022 for after the 2023 model year, Ford began offering meaningful incentives during the year, including 0% APR financing plus $3,000 bonus cash by September 2022, giving buyers real negotiating room on an outgoing nameplate.

The Edge's current generation dates to 2015 with a 2019 mid-cycle refresh, and Ford confirmed in January 2022 that the Edge would be discontinued in North America after the 2023 model year with no direct successor, making the 2022 model a known lame duck for its entire model year.

Reviewers described the 2022 Edge as competent but unexciting and dated versus newer mid-size crossovers, rarely topping comparison tests against the Honda Passport, Hyundai Santa Fe, or Nissan Murano, and it received no major industry awards for MY2022.