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Is Ford going to continue making the Edge?

The Edge is not going to continue in Ford’s lineup. Ford has ended Edge production for North America after the 2023 model year, and the company is refocusing on SUVs and electrified crossovers such as the Escape, Explorer, Aviator, and Mustang Mach-E.

The decision reflects a broader shift in Ford’s product strategy, favoring newer crossovers and electrified models over aging mid-size crossovers. Introduced in the late 2000s, the Edge helped Ford compete in a crowded segment, but changing buyer preferences and a move toward shared platforms for electrification led to the model’s discontinuation. This article breaks down the current status, the rationale behind the move, and what Ford now offers in its place.

Current status of the Edge

The Edge is no longer offered in the United States or Canada for new-vehicle customers after the 2023 model year. Ford has publicly stated that the Edge would not be continued in its North American lineup, marking an end to new-edge sales in these key markets. The model remains a part of Ford’s history in the region, with remaining dealership inventory being the last of the current generation.

North American market

In North America, Ford signaled a clear shift away from the Edge as part of its 2023 planning, opting to concentrate on the brand’s core SUV lineup and its growing electric-vehicle portfolio. This means no new Edge models for the 2024 and later model years in the U.S. and Canada.

Global availability

Outside North America, Edge visibility has varied over the years, but Ford has not announced a revival or broad reintroduction of the model. The focus in many international markets has shifted toward Ford’s other SUVs and, increasingly, electrified offerings rather than reintroducing a mid-size crossover like the Edge.

Why Ford chose to end the Edge

Ford’s decision to retire the Edge is tied to market demand, product strategy, and the company’s electrification push. Below are the primary factors driving the move.

Declining sales in a crowded, aging mid-size crossover segment compared with newer SUVs.

The need to allocate manufacturing and development resources to more profitable models and to Ford’s growing lineup of electrified vehicles.

The desire to standardize platforms around future EVs and high-margin SUVs rather than investing in a mid-size crossover with an aging platform.

Regulatory and efficiency considerations that favor newer, shared platforms for easier electrification and software updates.

Taken together, these factors illustrate how Ford’s strategic priorities—particularly electrification and a streamlined portfolio—made the Edge less viable for future investment.

What Ford offers now to fill the gap

With the Edge no longer in production, buyers seeking similar space and capabilities can look to Ford’s current lineup, which emphasizes SUVs with modern technology and, increasingly, electrification.

Ford Escape — compact SUV with efficient powertrains and modern tech.

Ford Explorer — three-row family-friendly SUV with versatile seating and cargo options.

Ford Aviator — larger, more premium three-row option with advanced features.

Ford Mustang Mach-E — all-electric SUV offering electric performance with modern infotainment and range options.

These models collectively cover the main needs that the Edge served—space, practicality, and contemporary tech—while aligning with Ford’s shift toward electrification and more standardized platforms.

Summary

Ford has ended Edge production for North America, marking the end of the Edge in the U.S. and Canada’s new-vehicle market. The company is refocusing on its core SUV lineup and electric vehicles, with Escape, Explorer, Aviator, and Mustang Mach-E serving as primary substitutes and future growth areas. For buyers seeking similar utility and modern features, these current models represent Ford’s path forward rather than an updated Edge in the current lineup. The Edge may remain present in used-market listings for a time, but there are no plans announced to reintroduce or continue the model in Ford’s new-vehicle offerings.

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Why is Ford discontinuing the Ford Edge?

Ford discontinued the Edge after the 2024 model year due to a strategic shift toward electrification, changing market demand for SUVs, and the need to retool its production plants. The company is focusing resources on developing new electric vehicles (EVs) and is retooling the Oakville Assembly Plant, where the Edge was made, to produce new electric vehicles starting in 2025. This decision was also influenced by declining sales and increased competition.

Focus on electrification: Ford is heavily investing in its EV roadmap, and discontinuing the Edge allows them to reallocate resources to build new electric SUVs and trucks.
Evolving market trends: Consumer preferences have been shifting towards either smaller, more maneuverable vehicles or larger, three-row SUVs like the Explorer, impacting the demand for the mid-size Edge.
Production plant transition: The Oakville Assembly Plant, where the Edge was manufactured, is being retooled to produce five new electric vehicles, which aligns with the company's overall strategy.
Competitive landscape: Increased competition from other automakers in the midsize SUV segment also played a role in the decision.

Will Ford ever bring back the Edge?

No, Ford will not bring back the Edge as it is currently known; it was discontinued after the 2024 model year. Ford is shifting its focus to electrification and other segments, and is repurposing the plant where the Edge was made to build new electric vehicles. The Ford Fusion Active is expected to replace the Edge, though this replacement will be a different vehicle altogether, potentially an EV crossover.
You can watch this video to see what the new Ford Edge models may look like: 37sNamCarYouTube · Jan 15, 2025
Reasons for discontinuation

Strategic shift: Ford is prioritizing electric vehicles (EVs) and has a larger strategy to develop new EV models.
Market trends: The market is leaning towards either more maneuverable, smaller options or larger, three-row SUVs, and the Edge was in a shrinking segment.
Production changes: The Oakville Assembly Plant in Canada, where the Edge was made, will be retooled for new EV production.
Competition: The Edge faced increasing competition from rivals like the Chevrolet Blazer and Hyundai Santa Fe.

What will replace it

Ford Fusion Active: Ford is expected to replace the Edge with the Fusion Active, a crossover that will likely have a different design, powertrain options (including a hybrid), and updated technology.
Potential EV replacement: Some speculate that a future EV could use the "Edge" nameplate, but it would be an entirely new vehicle and not a continuation of the old one.

This video explains why the 2026 Ford Edge will not be released in North America: 56sFaster CarsYouTube · Jul 16, 2025

Is there a 2026 Ford Edge?

No, Ford discontinued the North American Ford Edge after the 2024 model year, and there will not be a 2025 or 2026 model for the U.S. market. However, a redesigned Ford Edge L is available in other markets, and some sources speculate about a future replacement, but there is no official word on a successor for 2026.

You can watch this video to learn more about the features of the 2026 Ford Edge L: 43sVision Effect TVYouTube · Sep 18, 2025

Production ended: Ford officially discontinued the Ford Edge for the North American market after the 2024 model year.
No 2026 model for North America: There will be no 2026 model year Ford Edge in the United States.
International version: A redesigned Ford Edge L is available in other markets, such as China.
Possible future replacement: While Ford is focusing on electric vehicles, some dealerships have heard customer interest in a replacement for the Edge, with possibilities like the Ford Mustang Mach-E being considered.

This video explains the features of the redesigned 2026 Ford Edge: 1mDriveCrazenetwork YouTube · Sep 18, 2025

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