Auto loans: blue 2019 Ford Edge ST in Knobs

The 2019 Ford Edge ST for buyers

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2019 Ford Edge ST; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2019 Ford Edge ST, here is what the figures say and what to look at.

Recalls and complaints

There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 772 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, engine and unknown or other; have those parts checked. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.

What the figures tell you

The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo does the work, through an 8-speed automatic. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.

Its combined rating is 9.6 L/100 km, which means roughly 29 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $14.88 to drive 100 km. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Good uses for the Edge

It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. Families, skiers and anyone with bulky luggage.

The Edge in everyday use

As a compact SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.

Rent it for a week first

A test week in the Edge tells you more than any review. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Edge answers the big questions. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

Choosing the right one

If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

Money matters

Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.88 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $148.80 at our price setting.

A note on Knobs

Knobs is about 692 km from our Toronto location, beyond the area we deliver to. If you need it in Knobs itself, send a request and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.

Over to you

Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.