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2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge

The 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge is a compact SUV, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$38,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAffordable Aluminum
ModelEdge
Model year2020
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe369 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2600

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Edge AWD23 MPG combined
Edge AWD21 MPG combined
Edge AWD23 MPG combined
Edge FWD24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Edge24 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 25% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$669/mo
Amount financed
$34,200
Total interest
$5,950
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (4)

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION20V550000 · 2020-09-10

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V575000 · 2020-09-23

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

  • POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT21V011000 · 2021-01-15

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V442000 · 2025-06-27

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge?

The 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge?

The 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge?

The 2020 Affordable Aluminum Edge is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC