How a Used Ford Edge Is the Perfect Companion to Your Active Lifestyle

Staying active can improve your life, but it’s not always easy to keep up with good habits. You want to make sure that everything in your life supports your healthy activity, from the clothes you wear to the vehicle you drive. While we can’t help you with the former, we can help you find a used Ford Edge for sale in Albany here at DePaula Ford. Why this particular model? We think it has a lot of advantages that can help support your active lifestyle so you can keep getting out and seizing the day for a long time yet to come. Let’s dive in and discuss what this midsize SUV has to offer.

A Comfortable Cabin

Going out for a hike, a bike ride, or a trip to the gym is always more fun when you have friends along for the ride. Accountability buddies can help you push through days when you’re feeling unmotivated so you stay active and get all of the great physical and mental health benefits that activity provides. With the generous cabin space of the Edge, you’ll have the perfect vehicle for bringing friends along for the ride.

Not only is the interior airy, but it’s also nicely appointed, especially on higher trims that come with goodies like faux leather seating and premium interior design. Plus, the Edge is constructed to keep the cabin nice and quiet, so you can enjoy conversation, music, or a podcast in peace as you explore Albany and beyond. Everyone onboard will have a comfortable drive and be eager to accept your next invitation to join a fun activity together.

Ample Cargo Space

Some activities require you to bring some extra equipment along for the ride, while others don’t need specialty gear but are more enjoyable with a cooler full of icy drinks at the ready. The Edge has your back with a spacious cargo area that can be expanded further by folding down the back seats if you don’t need the full passenger space for a particular trip; more recent Edge models can offer an impressive 73.4 cu.ft. of cargo space. If the interior storage space doesn’t quite meet your needs, you can take advantage of the capable powertrain’s towing ability. On a pre-owned model that’s properly equipped, you can tow up to 3,500 lbs with the Edge, letting you bring along all the equipment you need, whether you’re bringing a kayak to the Hudson River for a day on the water or heading out to one of the many gorgeous campgrounds that are driving distance from Albany.

Available All-Wheel Drive

If you want to stay active year-round in Albany, you have to be ready to drive out in the snow now and then. Fortunately, the Edge has long been available with all-wheel drive, which gives you the extra traction you need to stay safe on roads during inclement weather or travel down dirt roads and gravel driveways in the summer. AWD became standard in the 2022 model year, so newer used Edges are just about guaranteed to have it. If you’re shopping for older models and want to ensure you get all-wheel drive instead of front-wheel drive, you can use the filters on our website to narrow the inventory down so you’re only looking at models that will fit your lifestyle.

An Affordable Price

Staying active isn’t always cheap. Whether you pay for a gym membership, park access, or equipment to help you do the activities you love, it’s nice to have some extra money on hand to splurge on extra-nice options now and then. If you want to save your hard-earned money for your favorite activities instead of spending it all on a flashy new car, buying a used Edge is a great choice. Used models give you more bang for your buck, so you can get all of the features, space, and capability you’re looking for without breaking the bank. Our finance department can get you set up with a loan that will break your Edge’s cost down into low monthly payments that easily fit into your budget.

Agile Handling

If you’re heading out into the rural areas that surround Albany, you might run into winding roads with lots of twists and turns. It’s not easy to get a midsize SUV that can handle these types of roads gracefully, and getting the wrong used vehicle can make traversing these routes stressful, to say the least. However, Edge stands out in its field for its agile handling. In fact, Consumer Reports has said that the latest generation of the Edge (which started with the 2015 model year) “can rival a luxury car with its quiet cabin, steady ride, and agile handling.” When you can tackle mountain roads with ease, you can hike just about anywhere you want and explore all the natural beauty New York has to offer.

Advanced Driver Assistance Features

Being active means getting out into the world regularly, which usually means spending a lot of time out on the road. If you’re driving often, you want to make sure that you’re staying safe behind the wheel since we all know that accidents happen. That’s why recent Ford Edge models are equipped with a great range of driver assistance technology and have been for many years. Features like Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Information System, Cross Traffic Alert, and Automatic Emergency Braking were made standard for the 2019 model year, so stick with a newer Edge and you’ll be sure to get these helpful tools that can help you stay fully aware of your surroundings and avoid danger, even if you’re exhausted after a long and active day. Older models may have these features as well, but since they are optional, you’ll want to make sure you keep an eye out for them while you’re shopping.

Reliable Construction

You don’t want car trouble to force you to delay or cancel an activity you’ve been looking forward to for days. That’s why it’s smart to shop for a reliable model that will keep running well for miles and miles, especially if you’re looking for a pre-owned option. The Edge is a tough and capable SUV that’s been expertly constructed by Ford to last for the long haul if you take care of it properly. We provide you with free CARFAX vehicle history reports for all of our used vehicles so you can make sure previous owners weren’t slacking with maintenance, and our service center can help you keep up with regular maintenance and any necessary repairs going forward so you can enjoy your Edge for years to come.

The Versatile Ford Edge Is Ready for Anything

Here at DePaula Ford, we don’t just want to sell you a car—we want to help you get a vehicle that suits your lifestyle to a T. We’re proud to offer the Edge to active drivers who need plenty of cabin space, capability, comfort, and safety out on the road. Buying this model used lets you get all of its benefits at an affordable price that gives you plenty of money leftover to spend on the activities that make you happy and keep you fit. Check out our online inventory right now or visit our conveniently-located Albany dealership today to find a model that’s a perfect fit for your needs.