Ford is the one to beat. As usual, they set the bar so high that it becomes virtually impossible for some of their rivals to even begin to keep up. The 2018 Ford Edge is just another perfect example of Ford's focused dedication to great design, brilliant drivability and most importantly, safety. We have actually become accustomed to Ford's attention to making their vehicles as safe as possible, and they have really impressed us again. The 2018 Edge has the needs and the requirements of the consumer close at heart and has made every effort to efficiently meet them. To be honest, the 2018 Toyota Highlander is not necessarily the worst car in the world, but, it isn't the 2018 Ford Edge. With lower overall ratings, the starting point is not a great one for Toyota. |
 Safety & Interior Ford, as always, makes the safety of you and your family their priority. In this, they feel that they need to consistently up their game in order to offer you the highest levels of vehicle safety. This is exactly what they did with their latest 2018 Ford Edge. They have received a five star, overall rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety equipment includes a rearview camera, for parking and spotting pedestrians or vehicles creeping up behind you. There is also the option of Ford's front collision warning system that intuitively assesses if you are in danger of a forward collision. Lane control monitoring and auto-correction is another great offering, as are active monitors for your blind spots. |
 Ford has taken great pride in creating an interior that is not only comfortable and inviting, but adds a little excitement for its passengers as well. The Toyota Highlander has somewhat of a tame, almost mundane interior setup and layout. The 'fauxwood' features would not fool even the most 'fashion ignorant' of riders, and overall it just really is not impressive. The 2018 Ford Edge has ample room for passengers, cargo and random items that one might pick up along the way on a long road trip. The seating is high cushioned and allows easyvision out of the vehicle. |
Driving performanceLower 'off the line' power does not help the Highlanders case, as what is needed is sufficient drive force. One would need to climb quite high up the 'trim level' ladder to enjoy anything more than a mediocre drive. This climb definitely comes with the price tag to suit. The 2018 Ford Edge has kept driving performance as a priority, and they deliver this extremely well. The engines are powerful, the steering configurations have been conditioned brilliantly and adaptively respond almost instantaneously to driver input. The drive is so pleasant, that it might convert many drivers to adopting this wagon as their everyday ride. The variety that is accessible underneath the hood of this vehicle, together with its 'crisp' road handling performance, places it miles ahead of the 2018 Toyota Highlander. The transmission configuration adds a splendid appeal to the 2018 Edge with its smooth, intuitive, efficient gear changes. Quick downshifts come in at exactly the perfect time, to keep the Edge driving in an optimal rev range. This sustains sufficient driving power and adds to the already great driving experience. The road handling of the Ford Edge is really on an elevated level, especially for a vehicle of this size and type. It almost hugs the road so tightly that you would be mistaken for thinking that you are riding on a high speed train, connected to the railway tracks.
Fuel economyAgain Ford leads the pack with 20 mpg - city, 29 mpg - highway and - 24 combined. The Highlander is rated at, 20 - city, 26 - highway and 22 combined. The 2018 Ford Edge is the most obvious choice if fuel economy has some significance to you.
Why Blake Utter Ford? We have the best, we only deal in the best, and will only ever offer you the best. The 2018 Ford Edge is one of our latest and greatest additions to our already extensive fleet of Ford vehicles. Blake Utter Ford always puts you at the forefront of our focus and this is what you will experience the moment that you step through our doors. |