The 2024 Ford Edge AWD with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 has an official EPA fuel economy figure of 21 MPG combined. This isn’t a headline-grabbing number, and it won’t win any green car awards, but that’s not the main goal. This Edge configuration is for buyers who want reliable all-weather traction and quick acceleration more than saving gas. They’re willing to trade a few MPGs for the strong feel and quicker acceleration from the more powerful engine and all-wheel-drive system.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the 2024 Ford Edge AWD 2.7L V6 gets 19 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. The city number shows the demands of stop-and-go driving, when the engine works harder to move and the all-wheel-drive system sends power. The highway number, while better, is still fairly modest because of the Edge’s size and shape. This isn’t a sleek crossover designed to cheat the wind; it’s a practical, five-passenger vehicle that focuses on interior space and overall utility.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2024 Ford Edge AWD 2.7L V6 at $2,100 per year. This is based on driving 15,000 miles annually and using the EPA’s projected national average fuel prices. The figure is a good point of comparison across different vehicles, but your personal expenses may vary depending on how you drive, local fuel prices, and the type of fuel you use.

Real-world expectations

The EPA gives a standard, but real-world fuel economy can change a lot. Your MPG can be affected by your driving style, traffic, and even the weather. Hard acceleration, frequent short trips, and idling will hurt fuel consumption. Keeping tires inflated properly and following the vehicle’s maintenance schedule will help keep efficiency high. Don’t expect to always match the EPA numbers; think of them as the best you can get in good conditions. Looking at EDGE MPG across all years can also give you information from owner experiences.

How it compares

The Ford Edge AWD 2.7L V6 isn’t as fuel-efficient as some SUVs. A Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, for example, usually gets around 40 MPG combined. The Honda CR-V Hybrid is similar. Even non-hybrid, smaller crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 (around 26 MPG combined in AWD form) get better fuel economy. The difference is performance. The RAV4 and CR-V don’t accelerate as quickly as the Edge. A Kia Telluride, another popular mid-size SUV with three rows and similar interior space, gets around 20 MPG combined, almost the same as the Edge. For those who want to save the most gas, the Edge might not be the best choice, but those who want AWD, V6 power, and good interior space will find this Edge version to be a good choice despite its average fuel consumption. See all all Ford fuel economy data to see how this engine stacks up.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Don’t accelerate too fast. The 2.7L EcoBoost V6 is responsive, but heavy acceleration uses more fuel. Drive smoothly and gradually to save gas, especially in the city.

Don’t idle for too long. Modern engines are efficient when idling, but it still wastes fuel. If you’re stopping for more than a minute, turn off the engine.

Keep your tires properly inflated. Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, making the engine work harder and use more fuel. Check your tires often and inflate them to the pressure on the doorjamb sticker.

Use cruise control on the highway. Keeping a steady speed on the highway saves fuel. Cruise control smooths out speed changes, improving efficiency.

Accelerate gently. The Edge AWD 2.7L V6’s 8-speed automatic transmission shifts quickly and efficiently. Let the transmission upshift early, instead of pushing the engine hard, to save fuel without losing much performance.