Diversifying its lineup of utility vehicles was one of the smartest product moves Ford made in the past years. Now a second generation of the Edge is on the market, for 2015, and it’s more of a global affair. Ford calls the new Edge more athletic, and that’s no exaggeration, whether you’re talking about its styling or its performance. Fuel economy ratings are good, but not as class-leading as you might guess given the Eco Boost badging. Underneath the new 2015 Ford Edge, a fully independent suspension takes the place of the former twist-beam rear end.

I love this car. I wanted a small SUV, and this fits the bill. My husband drives the Explorer, so this is basically that without the third row of seats. Because of that, the trunk seems very spacious. Push button access to the trunk is also convenient. I also love the keyless entry. Not having to dig around in my purse for my keys while lugging around groceries is a game changer. Inside the car, the leather trim is nice looking. The controls for the seats are also great. I'll never get another car that doesn't have heated seats. Functionality wise, the voice control is great, too. It's a nice feature to have to not be tempted to hold your phone while in the car. Aside from the look, the get up in the car is exceptional. It feels like a coupe in terms of how quickly it can get up to the speed you need. It rides smoothly and relatively quietly. The fuel economy is pretty good. I mostly do city driving and hover around 22 miles per gallon- much more than my husbands Explorer. My only dislike not having a closed off compartment by the door handles. I can't tell you how many times I've tried to stick something there and have it fall to the floor. All in all, I would definitely recommend the Edge for anyone who is looking for a small SUV or in general.