blitz118 Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 https://www.motor1.com/news/149536/2019-ford-edge-spied-testing/ In 2014, Ford gave its Edge SUV a major makeover. An all-new platform, shared with the Lincoln MKX, and a range of new EcoBoost options provided some much-needed freshening up for the crossover that was nearly seven years old. For 2019, the Edge will see a less extensive revision, but necessary nonetheless. The updates will range from minor enhancements on the exterior, to some added tech in the cabin. Our spy photographers recently caught up with one of the first prototypes of the upgraded Edge testing near Ford headquarters in Dearborn. Most of the juicy bits remain covered up, including the new front fascia and revised rear. New headlights are among the major updates, but the overall profile will remain nearly identical from the outgoing model. The Edge will ride on the same Ford CD4 platform. The most significant revision will come under the hood. The same 2.0-liter and 2.7-liter EcoBoost engines will carry over from the previous model, as will the more powerful 3.5-liter V6, but gone is the six-speed automatic in place of a more modern nine-speed gearbox. The new transmission should help boost power and efficiency overall. The current Edge produces as much as 315 horsepower (234 kilowatts) and 29 mpg highway, depending on the engine. The current Edge in its updated form will stick around until at least 2021. Ford may even introduce more upscale features from the Edge Vignale sold in Europe to buyers in the U.S. The 2019 Edge should make its in-person debut later in the year, likely at the LA Auto Show, or possibly early next at the Detroit Auto Show. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 So this will be considered a Gen 2.5? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TourGuide Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 I think so. Front/rear facelift, upgraded V6, new transmission is the real news for this .5 gen. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 So this will be considered a Gen 2.5? Let's call it a Gen 2.7 just to cause more confusion..... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brucifer Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Let's call it a Gen 2.7 just to cause more confusion..... Gen 2.5a. Always wanted to get a vinyl wrap like that - make it look like my '07 is a prototype. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulSchott Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Very psychedelic. Reminds me of the 60's. Actually I saw a lot of stuff that looked like that in a past life. I Think, maybe, don't know, what are we talking about? Huh? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Wouldnt it be a hoot if the new grill mimicked the 2017 Lexus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Wouldnt it be a hoot if the new grill mimicked the 2017 Lexus? If by "hoot" you mean "unmitigated f*&$@ing disaster", then yes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beezz Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Looks like they got rid of the rear taillight bar, I also spy some led strip lighting in the headlamp, more like the euro version. Some interesting things here aswell: https://www.motor1.com/photos/432403/ford-edge-vignale-spied-in-michigan/#503247/ford-edge-vignale-spy-photo-503247/ https://www.motor1.com/photos/522777/2018-ford-edge-sel-sport-appearance-package/#1838514/2018-ford-edge-sel-sport-appearance-package/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cv27 Posted July 13, 2017 Report Share Posted July 13, 2017 Looks like they got rid of the rear taillight bar, I also spy some led strip lighting in the headlamp, more like the euro version. Some interesting things here aswell: https://www.motor1.com/photos/432403/ford-edge-vignale-spied-in-michigan/#503247/ford-edge-vignale-spy-photo-503247/ https://www.motor1.com/photos/522777/2018-ford-edge-sel-sport-appearance-package/#1838514/2018-ford-edge-sel-sport-appearance-package/ Interesting how the shark fin antenna doesn't show on the spied 2019 in this link but shows on the OP's link. I wish they would find another location for the antenna so the moon roof could open even further. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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