A screen that covers the entire roof so you can lay down and watch tv as you eat buttered up popcorn fresh out the compartment they built into the engine 🔥
Under rated car. Spent some time with my Explorer ST at the ST SUV experience in Asheville and these Edge STs were consistently setting faster autocross times than any of the Explorer STs.
I think they're easier to drive but the instructors in an Explorer ST set a faster time than any of us did in our Edge STs lol. We have much stiffer suspension (with the 21 inch wheels) vs the explorer ST so I think that's why we were setting better times vs the explorer owners. But again the instructor set a better time in his explorer ST, would have been interesting to see him do it in the Edge ST and see what kind of time he got
Thank you! Today I bought a 2021 Edge ST. Decision was based on this video review alone. I always wanted a performance vehicle and this Edge ST does not disappoint especially at the price point. Of course I bought the most loaded, every option available model. Was very difficult to find however in NE Ohio. Cheers and Thank you for your reviews.
Love the Edge ST…hate the big ugly screen! Hate that there are no physical buttons for heat & air conditioning. I own a 2018 Ford Edge Sport with this engine rated at 315 HP it’s an excellent engine! Has 18,000 miles on it and it’s been an absolute pleasure to own/drive. The Edge will surprise you in all aspects of a vehicle…no matter what you consider great. The Edge Nails it!! #SimplyTheBest
3:28 DO NOT let your dealership install the front license plate bracket. If you want one, which you may not, install it yourself. I hate that they drill holes that are expensive to repair and are rarely even centered like this one is too far towards the driver's side. Huge pet peeve of mine!
I have the conversions for the Edge ST: Torque: 520Nm Quarter mile measured at: 160kmh Top speed: 212kmh Maximum towing capacity: 1590kg Weight: 2035kg Fuel consumptions: 12.5l/100km in city, 9.43l/100km on highway Boot capacity: 1109l with seats up, 2077l with seats down
I believe what makes the 2021 Edge ST different from the 2020 is Ford actually made a 7 speed transmission from the 8 speed from last year. They actually deactivated one of the gears making it a 7 speed! This was their answer to all the complaints of the crappy 8 speed auto from the 2020 ST. How did this drive differently?
That screen though! WOW LOL, didn’t expect that for this car, honestly. For the price point, I suppose it makes sense. Soon there will be a screen for a steering wheel, just wait lol!
Looking at a 2023 Edge ST in the same color. This will mark the 4th Edge for me (2008, 2011, 2018) and I am not happy that Ford is killing off this vehicle. They are the most reliable vehicles I have ever owned (even more than the Nissans I had in the past).
I just bought a 2023 Edge SE. It's iconic silver with the black appearance package. My wife and I love it. We went from a Honda CRV and it feels like a quantum leap.
Love the large screen - it was a major pull for me, since it took so long for me to get over their exterior redesign (I also had a 2011 Ford Edge and loved that exterior design). Now I've warmed up to the newer exterior, but that large vertical screen in the middle. I do agree that I wish some of their screens took up the entire screen instead of just half, and hoping they can update that with tech software
Hey Joe, I love this car! I'm a really big car enthusiast! I do like the vertical screen, I'm just not a fan of how the ac and heat are not actual buttons, but I could live with that. The thing though that I need on this car is ventilated seats, at $45,000 I need ventilated seats. My mom has a 2017 Ford Edge SEL and she loves it! I wouldn't mind having one of these though. I'm only 15 so I can't really buy a car right now but this car is one of my top 5!
Just took mine to the Lost Coast , CA - craaaaaazy curvy roads if you come up the coast all the way- total blast! Saw many super car clubs but they looked so little, short and cramped- oh also had 3 people and all the gear for camping no prob. Thats exactly what this thing is for.
i agree that 8 inches is perfect for a screen. this oversized screen should come with cones to set up a hazard area. it is ridiculous and a deal breaker for me.
At least it's always on the screen in the same place. I prefer physical buttons for that, too, but some vehicles make you go into a separate menu first to access climate controls.
Owned the then newly redesigned 2011 Edge Sport with 22” wheels and all the trimmings. Dashboard hasn’t changed a bit other than the infotainment screen. Ford needs to update the interior because it looks very similar to the 2011.
I have a 2024 base model (SE) and you can only do remote start from the phone app, interestingly. Better than nothing, and at least you don't have to be in line of sight of the vehicle to do it.
I like it Joe! it has a clean smooth look to it, I still think I would go for the Explorer ST , a little bit more power for my taste. Great video work Lori, love it 😎👍
Not a bad suv but it needs a serious redesign imo also that screen doesn’t really fit it kinda looks like some aftermarket part but afterall not bad to consider
One of the things I don’t get what they were thinking for the center console is adding a lid and it’s loose? Why wouldn’t they just attach it to the center console cover like other car manufacturers do? That just makes me want to throw it away. I don’t wanna have to open the center console and have to move a lid every time I need to get in there
The 2021 Edge ST has only 7 gears available from the 8 speed transaxle. Yes, that’s right, it’s an 8 speed that they tuned a gear out of. The 2-3 shift was a useless 200 rpm shift so they electronically removed 2nd gear! It’s still in the case, just not using it. The transaxle is the one thing I despise about my 2019. It sounds like they’ve improved the “manual” shifting because mine waits a couple of seconds every time I hit the paddle.
I could watch this guy review a broom. And he's right about the snickers holder in the rear. We used to kidney punch each other regularly for rights to the snickers holder
I like it, especially for 45K tops. Im sure its sales will drop now with Fords own Bronco and Bronco Sport taking some would-be Edge buyers going forward.
Just my guess, but I think if they just refreshed the interior, it's probably gonna last at least a couple of years more. This was based off the last Fusion, and there is a new Fusion overseas, there has been word of a bigger Focus wagon/cuv for the Chinese market, maybe that could come over as a Edge replacement in a few years. Edit, I think there was news that the current plant that makes these will have a future electric vehicle made there, so that might be a replacement in a few years.
The Ford Edge is a great SUV that provides really comfortable space inside out. But in 2021 the biggest diss for me is 2013 speed o meter :( The too much gloss black is a mismatch with too much white!
Really appreciate the detailed reviews. But as someone who is in the market for performance oriented SUV, it would be really helpful if you did videos comparing SUVs. Example: Acura MDX vs Genesis GV80 etc. Feel like your recommendations will really add value to prospective buyers such as myself
I got to say that the 10K price jump might not be worth it. It is lacking as you mention and at that 45K price point might as well get the Explorer or get a used 2020 ST Edge. The price drops dramatically for a slightly used SEL/ST
Engine cover is missing as well as the hood inside lining same thing with the Bronco, they omitted these just because Ford couldn't get the part because of shortage of material, that's the serious rumor from different sources.
We never got the Ford Edge ST in Europe, but we got the Edge ST-Line diesel which made 235 horsepower. Ford axed the Edge in Europe. But I’d prefer the BMW X3 M40d.
All Ford had to do was put a decent petrol engine on the UK/EU Edge, and drop the diesel to keep the sales steady. It stopped selling as everyone was in an anti-diesel mood. I test drove one in UK and it was great, but over £45k for dual turbo diesel was never going to win, post VW scandal. Now its EU emissions stopping the good performance vehicles from being released, no MK4 RS etc.
@@Mogsy28uk I really hate these new emission laws. Ford could have overcomed that issue by making a PHEV version of the Focus RS (similar technology used in the Volvo S60 Polestar), but sadly not, cos the problem here is cost.
@@DaveDVideoMaker exactly, engineer a solution, i mean VW group still manage to do their R series or RS Audi, and they are way more emissions out of them...guess its the numbers sold and emission credits by selling electric models. Real shame.
I currently own a Livernois tuned 2016 Edge Sport and I absolutely LOVE it. But if I would have to replace my Edge right now, I would NOT go for an Edge ST for a LOT of reasons. Gauge cluster dating from 20 years ago (please give the Edge ST the the Mustang or the Lincoln Nautilus awesome 12 inches digital display), missing physical climate controls, interior almost exactly the same as the 2015 Edge and lot of other things are dated. But I think the the most important missing thing is the 3.0 Ecoboost engine and drivetrain , the same ones that are currently used in the Explorer ST. This would make the Edge ST really worthy of the ST badge and would make it a real challenger for german competition sporting a LOT more horsepower. Give the next Edge ST those features, I'll be the first inline to replace my Edge with a new ST.
Of all midsize unibody SUVs only two have seen their sales drop compared to the first half of last year when the pandemic took hold. One is the Subaru Ascent where sales have declined from 37K to 33K. Hardly encouraging but not disastrous. The other is the Edge where sales have dropped from 60K to 42K. The ST, of course, make up only a small fraction of those sales. Ouch! No surprise that the Edge won't be continued after the 2022 model year.
I can’t wait till we get a 70” tv for an infotainment screen.
You know it is coming soon.
A screen that covers the entire roof so you can lay down and watch tv as you eat buttered up popcorn fresh out the compartment they built into the engine 🔥
The whole dang windshield
Lmfao
On a 75" wide vehicle. 🤦♂️
Under rated car. Spent some time with my Explorer ST at the ST SUV experience in Asheville and these Edge STs were consistently setting faster autocross times than any of the Explorer STs.
I think they're easier to drive but the instructors in an Explorer ST set a faster time than any of us did in our Edge STs lol. We have much stiffer suspension (with the 21 inch wheels) vs the explorer ST so I think that's why we were setting better times vs the explorer owners. But again the instructor set a better time in his explorer ST, would have been interesting to see him do it in the Edge ST and see what kind of time he got
Thank you! Today I bought a 2021 Edge ST. Decision was based on this video review alone. I always wanted a performance vehicle and this Edge ST does not disappoint especially at the price point. Of course I bought the most loaded, every option available model. Was very difficult to find however in NE Ohio. Cheers and Thank you for your reviews.
That is really awesome Kurt! Congrats on your new Edge ST!
As The Rock said, "Go big or go home."
Love the Edge ST…hate the big ugly screen! Hate that there are no physical buttons for heat & air conditioning. I own a 2018 Ford Edge Sport with this engine rated at 315 HP it’s an excellent engine! Has 18,000 miles on it and it’s been an absolute pleasure to own/drive. The Edge will surprise you in all aspects of a vehicle…no matter what you consider great. The Edge Nails it!! #SimplyTheBest
Great video Joe, my wife picked up the sel over the st. She liked the power of the st but the sel was more comfortable and rides smoother.
Congrats to your wife!
That screen looks so after thought. The entire Edge is just in need of a complete redesign on top of taking away all the hard buttons is a big no no.
Well they obviously don’t want to do a redesign for a car that’s gone next year
I agree
I hate all the useless buttons. I don't need 10 buttons for ventilation only to never change it anyways. set it to auto and done
3:28 DO NOT let your dealership install the front license plate bracket. If you want one, which you may not, install it yourself. I hate that they drill holes that are expensive to repair and are rarely even centered like this one is too far towards the driver's side. Huge pet peeve of mine!
I have the conversions for the Edge ST:
Torque: 520Nm
Quarter mile measured at: 160kmh
Top speed: 212kmh
Maximum towing capacity: 1590kg
Weight: 2035kg
Fuel consumptions: 12.5l/100km in city, 9.43l/100km on highway
Boot capacity: 1109l with seats up, 2077l with seats down
Thanks for bringing the info Dave!
Now please just convert it to miles and feet for us Americans. Lol
@@awesomecatvideos4723 No need.
Pretty cool SUV for someone that wants to stay under the radar but have a little fun here and there. Sweet review!
I think you nailed it on that description.
Excellent presentation. Your enthusiasm is contagious. You sold me.
Great review everytime it's a ST review, I click right away. Love and miss Fords Sts. Ford bring them Back
I believe what makes the 2021 Edge ST different from the 2020 is Ford actually made a 7 speed transmission from the 8 speed from last year. They actually deactivated one of the gears making it a 7 speed! This was their answer to all the complaints of the crappy 8 speed auto from the 2020 ST. How did this drive differently?
That screen though! WOW LOL, didn’t expect that for this car, honestly. For the price point, I suppose it makes sense. Soon there will be a screen for a steering wheel, just wait lol!
I hope I am not around to witness that! LOL
@@RaitisRides same
Looking at a 2023 Edge ST in the same color. This will mark the 4th Edge for me (2008, 2011, 2018) and I am not happy that Ford is killing off this vehicle. They are the most reliable vehicles I have ever owned (even more than the Nissans I had in the past).
I just bought a 2023 Edge SE. It's iconic silver with the black appearance package. My wife and I love it. We went from a Honda CRV and it feels like a quantum leap.
Love the large screen - it was a major pull for me, since it took so long for me to get over their exterior redesign (I also had a 2011 Ford Edge and loved that exterior design). Now I've warmed up to the newer exterior, but that large vertical screen in the middle. I do agree that I wish some of their screens took up the entire screen instead of just half, and hoping they can update that with tech software
Hey Joe, I love this car! I'm a really big car enthusiast! I do like the vertical screen, I'm just not a fan of how the ac and heat are not actual buttons, but I could live with that. The thing though that I need on this car is ventilated seats, at $45,000 I need ventilated seats. My mom has a 2017 Ford Edge SEL and she loves it! I wouldn't mind having one of these though. I'm only 15 so I can't really buy a car right now but this car is one of my top 5!
Just took mine to the Lost Coast , CA - craaaaaazy curvy roads if you come up the coast all the way- total blast! Saw many super car clubs but they looked so little, short and cramped- oh also had 3 people and all the gear for camping no prob. Thats exactly what this thing is for.
Thanks for sharing that Philo!
The 2021 Edge ST now has a 7 speed automatic *
is the 7 speed better?
I never thought I would care for any Ford other than F150 but they are steping up steadily.
Not a fan of info center at all. I thought the price is a little high for it. Great review Joe and Lori.
Beautiful, thanks Joe, and the team.
I still to this day don't get the fascination with giant screens. 8" IMO is the sweet spot for screens ... and leaves room for physical buttons.
So what you're saying is you're a fan of knobs, and 8 inches feels about right for you?
i agree that 8 inches is perfect for a screen. this oversized screen should come with cones to set up a hazard area. it is ridiculous and
a deal breaker for me.
@@javtimestwo Sounds like big screen envy to me. Are you insecure about the size of your screen?
@@BoopSnoot Exactly!
I think 10-12 is big enough, but overall I prefer a horizontal orientation.
Thanks man i starts my job at 5pm driving a 18 wheel truck. and waiting for your videos 🦾🦾 your are so funny 🤣
Great car! They just need to dial it down a bit with the massive control screen and instead give us a full digital gage cluster
Is the A.C. accessed through the screen? Zonk
At least it's always on the screen in the same place. I prefer physical buttons for that, too, but some vehicles make you go into a separate menu first to access climate controls.
This will be my first SUV!! Nice video Joe.
You said white focus ST @ 3:44. 😁
I was wishing it was! LOL
Owned the then newly redesigned 2011 Edge Sport with 22” wheels and all the trimmings. Dashboard hasn’t changed a bit other than the infotainment screen. Ford needs to update the interior because it looks very similar to the 2011.
No ventilated seats, and no remote start!! That's a double zone 4 me!!💥💥
You can absolutely remote start, either on the key fob (lock then double click 2x button) or through the ford app as well.
I looked at his fob again and it doesn’t have it, but I have a 22 Edge and it does so I guess they added it for 22.
I have a 2024 base model (SE) and you can only do remote start from the phone app, interestingly. Better than nothing, and at least you don't have to be in line of sight of the vehicle to do it.
Nice SUV.....I'm sure FORD will sell every ST they can make....Great video Joe and Lori.
Thanks Mike for ;letting me share it with you!
Does the screen have a dark mode or night mode?
Hey Joe, have you ever been pulled over doing a test drive?
We got the higher end Edge ST with the huge sunroof, ventilated seats and black gloss rims. My complaint is the same. No buttons for AC.
I like it Joe! it has a clean smooth look to it, I still think I would go for the Explorer ST , a little bit more power for my taste. Great video work Lori, love it 😎👍
Go White Sox! That comment about Michael Jordan just made my day.😂 Good review Joe! 🙌
cut the screen in half and add remote start and ventilated seats. perfection !
I have seen the ST with a 4 cylinder and 6 so I'm not sure why they have the two engines.
Hi Zonkman, what"lo happen ir cars we're solid and perfecto?
Looks sporty from the back 😍
This is very true! I just wish the exhaust make some extra noise.
@@RaitisRides me too ✋ The simulation of motor sound made me feel like I was playing a computer 🖥 game 🎮 🙃 😐
@@RaitisRides Can the simulated sound be turned off?
can you please do a cadillac xt5 review
How would u compare this to a full loaded eclipse cross? Same year model. Bells to whistles and power wise
Is there tunes for these ?
I don't care what people say about the Edge ST it's still one of my favorite ST models that's available right now
JRait's Rides, What new for Ford Edge ST for 2022 any major remodel or a new hybri or electr?
No heat shield for the engine?
I want one! Coming from 2013 Ford Edge Sport 3.7L.
My 2017 ford fusion has that same dash and console and shifter dial.
Not a bad suv but it needs a serious redesign imo also that screen doesn’t really fit it kinda looks like some aftermarket part but afterall not bad to consider
If you tint the tail lights, it looks great
Try the subaru outback touring xt 2021 plz
I will try to get my hands on one for you!
AC controls is a killer for me. Great review like always
I'm wondering why they didn't put the 3.0 ecoboost like in some of the FWD based lincolns
it 7 speed not 8 ( the cpu remove 2e gear ) they show us at ford during the training
One of the things I don’t get what they were thinking for the center console is adding a lid and it’s loose? Why wouldn’t they just attach it to the center console cover like other car manufacturers do? That just makes me want to throw it away. I don’t wanna have to open the center console and have to move a lid every time I need to get in there
The 2021 Edge ST has only 7 gears available from the 8 speed transaxle. Yes, that’s right, it’s an 8 speed that they tuned a gear out of. The 2-3 shift was a useless 200 rpm shift so they electronically removed 2nd gear! It’s still in the case, just not using it. The transaxle is the one thing I despise about my 2019. It sounds like they’ve improved the “manual” shifting because mine waits a couple of seconds every time I hit the paddle.
That is very interesting info! Thanks you for sharing!
I like the vertical screen; not loving the no ventilated seats at $45K.
That is such a great option. Once you experience it then you always want it.
love the design nice interior nice cargot space
I am so glad that you like this one Dylan!
I thought all STs had the sunroof?
I could watch this guy review a broom. And he's right about the snickers holder in the rear. We used to kidney punch each other regularly for rights to the snickers holder
That really is awesome of you to say Dennis!
Is This model be coming to sweden?
You were my school teacher. I miss when we used to pass notes. I’m still in love with you and this is how I wanted to tell you.
Aladdin's Castle? Are those still around?
I like it, especially for 45K tops. Im sure its sales will drop now with Fords own Bronco and Bronco Sport taking some would-be Edge buyers going forward.
My wife got a blue 2019 Ford Edge ST and i got to say it drives really good and i always take of traction control for better driving.
Joe is it true the Edge is discontinued for North American market going forward?
Just my guess, but I think if they just refreshed the interior, it's probably gonna last at least a couple of years more. This was based off the last Fusion, and there is a new Fusion overseas, there has been word of a bigger Focus wagon/cuv for the Chinese market, maybe that could come over as a Edge replacement in a few years. Edit, I think there was news that the current plant that makes these will have a future electric vehicle made there, so that might be a replacement in a few years.
Joe, we gotta get you some snacks endorsements🤣
It is a 7 speed--they removed the third gear it goes from 2nd to 4th and was reprogrammed so no more harshness.
The Ford Edge is a great SUV that provides really comfortable space inside out.
But in 2021 the biggest diss for me is 2013 speed o meter :(
The too much gloss black is a mismatch with too much white!
I agree! It’s mix of super old and new and doesn’t feel right.
Really appreciate the detailed reviews. But as someone who is in the market for performance oriented SUV, it would be really helpful if you did videos comparing SUVs. Example: Acura MDX vs Genesis GV80 etc. Feel like your recommendations will really add value to prospective buyers such as myself
I’m upset that they’re discontinuing the edge
they are?? of all the cars ford has, I wasn’t expecting the edge to go next
I'm hooked on the performance of this Ford Edge ST.#amazingvehicle🤟
I might need one. Lol not a huge fan of the radio screen. I prefer the sync style radio screen found in the Focus ST/RS.
16:35 we found the twinkie storage 😁
How are you Joe?
Hey Tom! I am doing great!
@@RaitisRides ;D
Jordan also played for the Birmingham Barons, a AA White Sox franchise. I have a 12 infotainment system, that's why I'm so damn smart.😏
Did it have head up display?
Heard the 21’ has a 7 speed now
I think Ford should have redesigned the 2013 era gauge package with the one they have on the 20 and up Explorer.
$45k? All the ones I've found around me in Indy are over $50k. The ST-Lines are around $44k. Interesting
That’s probably because they’re equipped with 401A package
@@mikedukarm7194 yep. For $5,750 I could do without all of it except the panoramic sunroof
I missed where this guy was but the minute i saw him driving I recognized US 19 from having grown up down there.
That is so awesome! Small world Sean!
They made it bigger right ? Looks a little bigger and I’ve never been inside one but they look nice.
I got to say that the 10K price jump might not be worth it. It is lacking as you mention and at that 45K price point might as well get the Explorer or get a used 2020 ST Edge. The price drops dramatically for a slightly used SEL/ST
Joe!! I used to go to "Aladdin's Castle"
That is freaking awesome Trevor.
is that a long bed -wow if it wernt for the color id take it , oh the cars nice too inlaw got one to nite damm its quite and fast
Ford edge is one of my guilty pleasures.
Good I’ve been waiting for this
Love the jokes, my kids and I enjoy watching these videos!!!
Planning to do tour on Ford Explorer Timberline?
Engine cover is missing as well as the hood inside lining same thing with the Bronco, they omitted these just because Ford couldn't get the part because of shortage of material, that's the serious rumor from different sources.
Oh wow that is crazy!
Not too shabby. Like a v6 in these kind of vehicles. Prefer an Explorer for the price.
An explorer for that price is a 4 cylinder.
doesn't seem much quicker than the V6 Blazer...
We never got the Ford Edge ST in Europe, but we got the Edge ST-Line diesel which made 235 horsepower.
Ford axed the Edge in Europe. But I’d prefer the BMW X3 M40d.
Same a X3 would be a good deal tho
All Ford had to do was put a decent petrol engine on the UK/EU Edge, and drop the diesel to keep the sales steady. It stopped selling as everyone was in an anti-diesel mood. I test drove one in UK and it was great, but over £45k for dual turbo diesel was never going to win, post VW scandal. Now its EU emissions stopping the good performance vehicles from being released, no MK4 RS etc.
@@Mogsy28uk I really hate these new emission laws.
Ford could have overcomed that issue by making a PHEV version of the Focus RS (similar technology used in the Volvo S60 Polestar), but sadly not, cos the problem here is cost.
@@DaveDVideoMaker exactly, engineer a solution, i mean VW group still manage to do their R series or RS Audi, and they are way more emissions out of them...guess its the numbers sold and emission credits by selling electric models. Real shame.
I like the headlight it looks fantastic
I currently own a Livernois tuned 2016 Edge Sport and I absolutely LOVE it. But if I would have to replace my Edge right now, I would NOT go for an Edge ST for a LOT of reasons. Gauge cluster dating from 20 years ago (please give the Edge ST the the Mustang or the Lincoln Nautilus awesome 12 inches digital display), missing physical climate controls, interior almost exactly the same as the 2015 Edge and lot of other things are dated. But I think the the most important missing thing is the 3.0 Ecoboost engine and drivetrain , the same ones that are currently used in the Explorer ST. This would make the Edge ST really worthy of the ST badge and would make it a real challenger for german competition sporting a LOT more horsepower. Give the next Edge ST those features, I'll be the first inline to replace my Edge with a new ST.
I was once work in the blue oval dealer..
My blood still BLUE, though.. 😁👌
It’s caught between refresh but it is sweet. Zonk that they took both dash doors away . Love mine (not ST) but I’d like to tow like this one does.
Of all midsize unibody SUVs only two have seen their sales drop compared to the first half of last year when the pandemic took hold. One is the Subaru Ascent where sales have declined from 37K to 33K. Hardly encouraging but not disastrous. The other is the Edge where sales have dropped from 60K to 42K. The ST, of course, make up only a small fraction of those sales. Ouch! No surprise that the Edge won't be continued after the 2022 model year.
if you double tap traction control it goes into sport traction mode
I don't understand why these don't have a better stock exhaust sound