The Outrage

My suspicion is that the safety reverse function was configured to be overly sensitive on the 2012 model. It seems as though the resistance encountered when the liftgate is attempting to engage the latch triggers the safety reverse function. When this occurs the warning tones, similar to those which announce the impending closure of the liftgate, are sounded. Increasing the amount of force required to engage the safety reverse function beyond any typically encountered closing situation should mitigate the issue entirely. This seems like something which could be configured via software. A mechanical solution might involve moving the latching mechanism toward the rear of the vehicle to remove the resistance of the hatch opening's rubber gasket. While I can believe that could work, it could also lead to an inferior liftgate seal. Personally, I'd rather have the engineer-derived solution if it's available.

I have the front edge headliner gap as well. Additionally, the headliner fits poorly between the two glass panels for the Vista Roof. There is a lot play in that area and the visible gap is huge.

The roof's side trim panel on my Edge has a sloppy fit the passenger side near the rear hatch. The outer edge is raised.

The CR-V and Edge are in different size categories (compact versus midsize). The Honda Pilot is the more appropriate midsize competitor to the Ford Edge. If you want the maximum engine performance in a compact SUV, you'll want to check out the Kia Sportage SX or Toyota RAV4 V6.

245/60R18 (and 245/50R20) is closer to 265/35R22 than 265/40R22 in overall circumference according to a tire size calculator. That is likely why it is the suggested size.

I already have an extended warranty as well. I don't think adding navigation would be a viable option since I believe that would require the replacement of the hardware. If it were as easy as an SD card addition, Ford would already be selling those seperately.

My 2012 Edge Sport AWD has a single center-mounted muffler. I took delivery in September of 2011; it was a factory order.

I've read on multiple forums that the black chrome Gorilla lug nuts have issues with rust. The McGard lugs have a lifetime rust warranty, and the Gorilla lugs do not (only one year), which would indicate that rust is likely a valid concern. Also, I believe McGard lug nuts are manufactured in the United States. The Gorilla lug nuts have no country of origin listed, but I've read they are produced in Taiwan. McGard claims different lug nuts are required for the 2011 and up model years on the Edge (the thread depth required is greater). Gorilla lists the same lug nuts for all years of the Edge, from 2007 on, but that may only mean that their application guide has not been updated. McGard's website application listing is also out of date. McGard lug nuts are included from the factory with the Edge Sport, so my assumption is that they are aware of the requirements of the Edge. I had considered the Gorilla lug nuts, but the reports of rusting have kept me away.

According to the 2013 Edge order guide the only changes to the Sport trim level are the available colors. That change affects the entire Edge family.

I received a follow up call from McGard. They do not currently produce matching locking lug nuts in chrome black. Those that they do produce are too short and would bottom out on the threads.

The Edge antenna wasn't heavily torqued on the base, so I didn't apply excessive force when installing the Mini antenna. It is possible that a more forceful application would have made the antenna flush.

The 2013 Edge SEL is available with the "SEL Appearance Package". This package includes color-matched grille inserts. It seems to only be available in Deep Impact Blue, Ruby Red, Ingot Silver, and White Platinum Tri-Coat. The 2013 Edge Sport keeps its blacked grille inserts. In my opinion, the black inserts create a "void" area between the forward flanks of the bumper cover. That accentuates the aggressive front end design and its use of depth to create tension. The use of the black also fools the eye in to thinking the intake area is even larger, which conveys additional intake requirements due to increased power. Notice that many "sport" models from various manufacturers include larger and more distinctive intake cutouts than the non-sport models (whether or not they are needed). Using colored inserts fills that "void" and makes the Edge look less unique. With the high-volume SEL model now available with painted inserts keeping the grille inserts black on a Sport may actually become the more unique choice.

I installed and removed the Mini Sport Antenna, as shown above, this weekend. Included with the antenna are two male thread adaptors. The pre-installed adaptor has a thread pattern which is too wide, so the secondary adaptor, which seems to match the Edge's female hole, is used instead. I noticed the thread was longer than, and thus stuck out past, the end of the Mini antenna's cover. The Edge antenna's threads are equidistant to the end of its antenna cover. I took a chance and installed the antenna anyway since I wasn't sure if there was additional threading length in the base unit. Upon installation, I noticed the Mini antenna's cover did not fit flush with the antenna base on the roof. Additional turning did not make any difference. I wasn't happy with the fit of the Mini's antenna due to the gap. After removing the Mini's antenna the adaptor remained in the base unit. Removal required the use of a pair of needle nose pliers. I once again have the Edge antenna installed. Cutting the threads might allow better fitment, but I'm not crazy about using an adaptor.

A turbocharger typically decreases the exhaust noise, as the exhaust must pass through the turbine. Using a similar set up on a naturally aspirated or supercharged engine would result in a louder exhaust.

I called McGard and they were able to assist me with selecting the correct lug nuts. The appropriate lug nuts for use on a 2011 or 2012 Ford Edge Sport, in chrome black, are model number 64030. They have an overall length of 1.5 inches.

The 2011 Edge uses a different windshield than the 2012 Edge. There is a definite difference in the amount of sound which passes through the windshield. The 2012 Edge is much closer to the sound levels of a 2011 or 2012 MKX than the 2011 Edge. I noticed this soon after taking delivery of my 2012 model after test driving a 2011 model months earlier. It is likely your windshield was swapped out for one equivalent to a windshield matching the 2011 specifications rather than the 2012.

Historically, the carousel items have performed poorly within the interface. Even the simple accent lighting control module has sluggish performance and that doesn't even have a large volume of content to display. I also won't miss the ability to customize the home screen either. The blank alternative is useless, since it hides the entire interface, and the list is too complicated and condensed. The only home screen which makes sense, from a usability standpoint, is the default quadrant shortcut display.

The 22" wheels have a 265 mm width, 18" wheels combinations use a 245 mm width, and the 17" wheels have a 235 m width. The ratio of the wheel's rim width to the tire's width also plays a factor in the contact patch shape. I'd expect the contact patch to be greatest using the 22" wheel and tire package. As I've mentioned in a previous thread wheel and tire package selection is based on what criteria is most important to the vehicle's intent. I believe with a tall and heavy vehicle such as the Edge, the best improvements that can be made are handling improvements. The stock vehicle will never be an ET machine due to its so-so power to weight ratio.

My wheels still had remnants of the plastic wrap used to cover them during transport. It was stuck between the tire bead and the wheel's rim. Any residual residue was worked off using soapy water. I escalate my chemical usage, trying the most mild chemicals (water, water and soap, etc.) first, then moving on to the next compound (Goo Gone, degreaser). I'm surprised Goo Gone didn't work. Usually, with a bit of soaking and rubbing, it can clean off most adhesives. I wonder if this is related to the plastic chrome "cladding" (plastic) used on the Ford's chrome wheels.

Concerning the 2011 acceleration: Motor Trend tested a front-wheel drive SEL and an all-wheel drive Sport. They received a 0-60 time of 7.1 seconds with the SEL and 7.6 seconds with the Sport. This is the comparison which is so widely cited on this site as proof that the Sport is "slow". Of course, Car and Driver was able to get a 0-60 time of 6.9 seconds using an all-wheel drive Sport, but they didn't bother testing a non-Sport variant for comparison. Edge SEL AWD Weight: 4,234 lbs. Power: 285 horsepower 14.86 lbs. / horsepower Edge Sport AWD Weight: 4,473 lbs. Power: 305 horsepower 14.67 lbs. / horsepower The Sport has a better power to weight ratio than a lesser-equipped 3.5 liter Edge model. Edge SE FWD Weight: 4,056 lbs. Power: 285 horsepower 14.23 lbs. / horsepower Edge Sport FWD Weight: 4,291 lbs. Power: 305 horsepower 14.06 lbs. / horsepower Front-wheel drive models have a better power to weight ratio, which isn't surprising. Again, the Sport has a better power to weight ratio than a lesser-equipped 3.5 liter Edge model. Looking at these figures, we can see the FWD 3.5 liter model, despite a worse power to weight ratio than a FWD 3.7 liter model, still has a better power to weight ratio than an AWD 3.7 liter model. This explains the discrepancy in the measured numbers.

I purchased a Lexar Echo ZX 32 GB for use in the console. It also has a low profile.

I've received multiple positive comments on my Edge Sport from co-workers. The wheels draw the most attention due to their massive size (for a stock vehicle). I'm fairly confident that if I had purchased a CX-7, Grand Cherokee, or Murano I wouldn't have received nearly the same number of complements. Those vehicles are a dime a dozen, and look like every other mid-sized SUV out there. The Asian vehicles only come in drab colors as well; there are no equivalents to the attention-grabbing Red Candy.

There are detectors out there which can detect the Ku band as well. As far as I know, Ku has never been adopted in the United States.

I've contacted McGard concerning this.

I hardwired my Escort 8500 X50 in my previous car but I haven't felt like going through the hassle of wiring the Edge up in the same way at this point. I've read that the 12 volt outlets are always powered on the Edge, regardless of the ignition "position", which seems like it might make dealing with a plugged in detector more of a hassle. I was considering an Escort 9500ix, however, due to the GPS lock out function. The Escort Live function seems like a novel concept, but I'm not sure how much stuff I would want festooned around my cabin.