Following the looks of camouflaged prototypes and a handful of images on the web site of the China Ministry of Trade and Info Know-how, the 2024 Ford Edge for China has been absolutely revealed.

The present Edge has been on sale for the reason that 2015 mannequin yr and will undoubtedly use a redesign. Nonetheless, this model for the Chinese language market is probably not destined for the U.S.

Proven in long-wheelbase Edge L type, this model of the crossover seems very completely different from its predecessor. It adopts the creased design language from the 2023 Ford Mondeo mid-size sedan that changed the Fusion in China final yr. The taller, flatter physique sides and blunt entrance fascia mark a giant change from the extra rounded surfaces of the present Edge.

The Edge L is a successor to the Edge Plus, a three-row mannequin that was by no means bought within the U.S. At 196.9 inches lengthy, 77.2 inches vast, and 69.8 inches tall, the Edge L is definitely shut in dimension to the present U.S.-market Ford Explorer, though its 116.1-inch wheelbase is about three inches shorter.

Energy comes from a 2.0-liter turbo-4 engine producing 249 hp and 279 lb-ft of torque, or a hybrid powertrain that bumps output to 271 hp and 300 lb-ft. Each powertrains are anticipated to be provided with all-wheel drive.

The inside includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a large 27.0-inch touchscreen positioned alongside one another to create the impression of 1 giant display. A head-up show, Bang & Olufsen audio system, ambient lighting, and a panoramic roof will probably be provided as effectively, together with as much as 20 driver aids.

The Ford Edge L is predicted to go on sale in China this spring, probably making it a 2024 mannequin. That is probably impartial of any plans Ford might need to replace the Edge for the U.S., although. Remember that the automaker unveiled a China-spec Explorer in 2022 that’s completely different from the model U.S. consumers get.

Within the U.S., the 2023 Ford Edge continues with solely minor modifications, together with a brand new ST Inside Look Bundle.