2009 Ford Edge Sport Preview

Ford is giving a sharper Edge to its popular new crossover vehicle, as the Windy City sees the fourth version of the new Edge CUV blow in for the annual show on the lake. The Ford Edge Sport will become the first crossover ever offered with an optional 22-inch wheel-and-tire combination - 20-inchers remain standard. The aggressive look is further enhanced by low-profile, 40-series Pirelli Scorpion Zero rubber.

While that might complete some custom option packages, it's just the starting point for Edge Sport, which follows up with an eight-piece body kit that includes a unique front air dam - with integrated fog lamps - side skirts, lower door caps and a rear skirt, all in body color. The exterior look is completed with "Founder Gray" smoked head- and taillamp lenses, special Sport badges, and chromed dual exhaust tips.

For the Chicago Auto Show, the first-off Edge Sport is shown in Sport Blue, though three other special paints will be available during the 2009 model-year.

Inside, the Sport edition features dark gray leather seats with suede-feel inserts. Contrasting light gray stitching is designed to give the cabin an upscale feel. The interior package is completed by the edged-metal look of the Sport's instrument panel.Like the rest of the edge line-up, the Sport edition will be offered with a variety of other options, including the huge Vista roof and the SYNC infotainment system, developed in a joint venture between Ford and Microsoft.

How far ahead, he's not saying, but the 2009 Ford Edge Sport reaches dealers in autumn.

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