Filed under: Aftermarket, Crossovers/CUVs, Ford
Tuning the untunable? H&R takes it to the Edge
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When we think of tuning potential, the Ford Edge doesn't immediately spring to mind. We've driven it. We like it. But it doesn't strike us as the perfect platform for a dump and dubs. H&R disagrees, and after last year's showing at SEMA, they've put together a comprehensive package for Ford's newest CUV that is almost a direct carryover from the concept shown in Vegas.
The kit includes a two-inch drop courtesy of the company's Sport Springs, along with a set of Trak+ wheel spacers that bring 22x10-inch OZ Giotti three-piece rollers to the very edges of acceptability. Judging by the dead-cat gap between the Pirelli Scorpion Zeros and the fender, we think they could have gone for 24s with minimal fuss.
Beyond the retina-damaging orange hue, black hood, ghost flame-style airbrushed lightening and restyled lower front fascia, the H&R Edge remains relatively stock. Fine by us, since the original's looks are good enough straight from the factory.
[Source: H&R via Jalopnik]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
M Bell 8:06PM (8/08/2007)
I like it! I've seen a couple Edges in person, and always thought, "yeah, whatever". They're nice, but nothing special. This shows some real potential. The wheels, while enormous from an objective standpoint, look absolutely spot-on, and fit the size and shape of the vehicle. Actually, it reminds me of a bigger-scale version of a "hot hatch".
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F451 9:00PM (8/08/2007)
What, are there two Harley-Davidson Ford models? The colors suck, just as they do on the H-D F150. I do like the Edge though, as it looks better in real life versus photographs.
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Justin 9:17PM (8/08/2007)
I like it, finally this "car-like" "crossover" has an actual "car-like" ride height and center of gravity. Much sportier.
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Bryan 9:20PM (8/08/2007)
I really like the Edge, a lot. This one is blah though. I actually love the black orange Harley scheme on the SD, however, this color scheme on the Edge was wrong. Maybe its the shade of orange, because the one Ford offers looks good, and is the best color they currently have for it in my mind. I think I saw that the Edge finally gets Dark Ink Blue as an option for 08. That is what I have been waiting for, and if I do not get my Mustang, I will definitely look into the Edge. Dark blue, tan interior, Vista roof, and Sync please! =)
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alexer 10:05PM (8/08/2007)
it looks sweet!!!!!!.
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reader 11:01PM (8/08/2007)
Damn, I was hoping for a 300+ HP Prius...
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Ian 12:56AM (8/09/2007)
All show. No go. Springs, paint and wheels is not tuning. I like the edge, and will most likely get an 08 (dark blue, sync ftw). But this is not tuning. Come one guys. If it was blown and chipped, with some mad plumbing. That would be tuned.
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Mustang2005cs 5:07PM (8/09/2007)
Easy there tiger, its a CUV. One would have to be going through a severe midlife crisis in order to "blow", "chip", and "plumb", their family utility vehicle.
Nick 1:50AM (8/09/2007)
The new stance looks great, but that black hood and the fog lights absolutely ruin it.
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Yaroukh 3:08AM (8/09/2007)
agree on the fog-lamps
calebe 7:20AM (8/09/2007)
ROFL...That's a joke. Right?
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J.Crew 8:36AM (8/09/2007)
Why does Tommy Boy come to mind when I look at this Edge? "Fat guy in a little coat... fat guy in a little coat"...
The Edge is nice, but c'mon... it needs more power if you are going to tune it.
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Dustin Tarditi 10:22AM (8/09/2007)
Am I the only person who HATES the grille on the edge?
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Ligor 10:28AM (8/09/2007)
I test drove the Edge as w're looking for a car for my wife adn the steering was the biggest letdown,
she loved how quiet it was, liked that it is sofl over any bump, but hated the steering - it's so light she didn't feel confortable driving over 45mph
what a shame
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Rick 11:24AM (8/09/2007)
Sweet, minus the 4x4 monster truck fog lights thrown in when the stock fogs are still there? Drop that middle section and those elephant hunting lights and it's good to go.
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KT 12:38PM (8/09/2007)
"...I will definitely look into the Edge. Dark blue, tan interior, Vista roof, and Sync please! =)..."
They just announced pricing for Sync...$395.
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Rene Curry 11:33PM (8/09/2007)
Why???
Next up, Hummer H1 track car!
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fomocona 2:02PM (8/29/2007)
SYNC is optional on the 2008 Edge SE & SEL but is standard on the Edge Limited model. Production starts early next month and the vehicles will start appearing at dealerships shortly after that.
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