2008 Chicago Auto Show: 2009 Ford Edge Sport
- Competes with: Nissan Murano, Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Looks like: A surprisingly understated, custom SUV
- Drivetrain: 265 hp V-6 with six-speed automatic transmission
- Hits dealerships: Fall 2008
Ford is adding a fourth trim level to its popular Edge crossover. The Edge Sport delivers something the plain-old SE, SEL and Limited models don’t, accessories. The Edge Sport is exactly the same when it comes to the engine and other mechanical bits as other Edges, but it adds custom body-cladding, a revised lower grille and foglights, and revised tailpipes and taillights. Only four colors will be available, the Sport Blue seen here, Ebony, Brilliant Silver and Redfire.
The interior also gets some interesting changes, with each Sport getting dark gray leather seats with suede-like inserts and stitching. The center console is covered in a new metallic material.
Of course, no custom look would be complete without some big wheels. The Edge Sport comes with 20-inch painted wheels standard. Yep, you can go bigger: 22s are the upgrade, and Ford says it’s the first time they’ve been offered on a crossover. We don’t doubt it.
Ford says the Edge Sport is to address the customizer crowd. We’re not sure that group of automotive DIY’ers wants or needs a leg-up from the manufacturer, but the Sport is surprisingly understated for something aimed at the bling crowd. More images below.
