2013 Ford Edge Limited

The 2013 Ford Edge is a mid-size crossover that slots between the Escape and Explorer, offering a roomy five-passenger cabin with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. It competes with the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Nissan Murano, though the Edge leans more toward car-like handling than truck-based capability. The Edge feels composed on the highway, with responsive steering and a ride that absorbs most bumps without float. The cabin is spacious for five, with a large cargo area and a back seat that easily fits three child seats across. Ford's SYNC system is standard, but some owners find the Bluetooth pairing finicky and occasionally need to reset the system. The Limited adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a power liftgate over the SEL, giving it a more premium feel without moving to the sport-tuned Sport trim. This Limited uses the 3.5L V6 with 285 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque, sending power through a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive that handles snow and gravel with confidence, though it returns 21 mpg combined. The Limited can be optioned with Ford's MyFord Touch system, which replaces the standard SYNC with a larger touchscreen and more advanced voice controls, though the interface can be slow to respond.