2016 Ford Edge vs 2012 Edge

In the market for a spacious mid-size crossover? Check out the Ford Edge - a family-friendly crossover that's got everything from fuel-efficient power to all the latest infotainment features. The ride is smooth, comfortable, and totally sublime. You still might be wondering, however, if you should buy new or used. Don't worry; we're here to help. Read our comparison guide to learn some of the biggest differences between the used 2012 and the new 2016 Ford Edge.

Safety

Odds are that your Ford Edge is going to be the family transporter. That means you've got safety on the brain. Therefore, you should check out the 2016 Ford Edge first and foremost. In government crash tests, the 2016 Ford Edge earned a perfect five-star rating for overall safety. The used 2012 Ford Edge earned only four stars.

The new Ford Edge also gives you high-tech safety systems that weren't around four years ago. For instance, the Curve Control system monitors speed carried into a corner and, if necessary, automatically slows down to prevent an accident. With the new model, you also get a standard rearview camera to help you back up as easily as possible. It also comes in handy during your parallel parking endeavors. When you pair your smartphone to the Sync system, it will automatically call emergency services after a crash. That means help is never far away - giving you extra peace of mind.

Infotainment

These days, everyone needs an infotainment system. After all, keeping in contact with the outside world has more than mere entertainment value - it keeps you safer as well. When you compare the modern infotainment system with the one found in the used 2012 Ford Edge, you might be surprised at just how far this technology has come. The 2016 Ford Edge offers an all-new system called Sync 3. This Blackberry-based system is specifically designed to remedy the problems of the infotainment system it replaces. Back in 2012, the Edge's MyFord Touch system was known to be slow to respond. This low speed had a lot to do with its cumbersome Microsoft-based technology. Sometimes the old system didn't respond at all. If you want to make hands-free calls or construct voice-to-text messages, the Sync 3 system will make your life a lot easier.