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2021 Ford Edge: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2021 Ford Edge is a new standard 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4A and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This is a mid-cycle tech update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2021 Ford Edge
2nd generation Edge (2015-2024), late-cycle tech refresh year after the 2019 update; ST-Line joins the lineup for 2021.
Ford positions the Edge as a roomy two-row midsize SUV for drivers who want more space and presence than a compact crossover without moving up to a three-row vehicle. The core appeal is a comfortable cabin, strong standard safety tech, and an easy-to-use large touchscreen, with the ST serving buyers who want real extra performance. For most shoppers, the Edge is about everyday family use, highway comfort, and a more upscale feel than many smaller SUVs.
The 2021 Edge ranges from the straightforward SE to the more comfortable SEL and premium Titanium, which adds leather-trimmed seats, premium audio and extra parking help. The ST-Line pairs sporty black trim with the regular turbo four-cylinder, while the performance-focused ST stands apart with a twin-turbo V6, standard AWD and a tuned suspension.
What changed, by category
Tech
Every trim gets a 12-inch touchscreen with the Sync 4A system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two more USB ports for a total of four. The SEL also gains a standard four-way power front-passenger seat, while Titanium makes its 10-way power front-passenger seat standard.
Powertrain
The ST keeps its 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 and standard AWD but switches to a seven-speed automatic. The other trims retain their 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder and eight-speed automatic.
Styling
Roof rails change from standard to optional on the SEL and Titanium. The 2020 ST Line name is also reformatted as ST-Line for 2021; it is a continuing trim, not an all-new addition.
2021 Ford Edge specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 7-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 335 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 3500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft | 73.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Cooled Seats | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2021 Ford Edge?
The biggest change is the standard 12-inch touchscreen with Ford's Sync 4A system on every trim. It also brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while two added USB ports raise the cabin total to four.
Is the 2021 Ford Edge a redesign?
No, the 2021 Ford Edge is not a redesign. It keeps the same basic body and structure as the 2020 model, with the main updates focused on the touchscreen, phone connectivity and selected trim equipment.
Is the 2021 Ford Edge ST-Line a new trim?
No, the 2020 ST Line continues for 2021 under the hyphenated ST-Line name. It has ST-inspired black exterior trim and sportier bodywork but uses the regular 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder rather than the ST's V6.
What changed on the 2021 Ford Edge ST?
The 2021 Edge ST switches to a seven-speed automatic and gains the lineup's new 12-inch Sync 4A touchscreen. It retains its 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6, standard AWD and performance-tuned suspension.
Is the 2021 Ford Edge meaningfully different from the 2020 model?
Yes, mainly in cabin technology. The 2021 model's much larger standard touchscreen, newer interface, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and extra USB ports make it easier to live with, but its body, basic structure and regular four-cylinder powertrain are largely unchanged.
2021 Ford Edge Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Ford Edge.
4.2
2021 Ford Edge
(178 reviews)
“I feel completely safe in this vehicle and always have confidence that it will be reliable and get me to my final destination.”
“This vehicle is very comfortable driving in town or on the highway. It gets decent gas mileage 21mpg in town. The cargo space is adequate for groceries and luggage when traveling. It looks good and engine has enough power.”