Exploring the 2015 Ford Edge

Looking for a new car?

Perhaps the 2015 Ford Edge is the vehicle for you.

From its sculpted curves to its athletic stance, the exterior is designed to help you make an entrance.

But there’s much more to it than just a pretty face.

The Edge Sport with the 2.7L V6 EcoBoost delivers the pickup, horsepower and torque to keep you in the fast lane.

Available adaptive steering will give you confidence with every turn.

Available advanced technology – like ultrasonic sensors – detect vehicles and objects in your blind spots while a front-facing camera gives you a peek around corners at slow speeds.

The available Lane-Keeping System uses a forward-facing camera to scan the road ahead. Drift out of your lane, and the steering wheel vibrates and actively applies steering torque to alert you to steer your vehicle back into the lane.

An available Blind Spot Information System uses two hidden rear radar sensors to warn you of vehicles entering your blind spot on either side. And cross-traffic alert warns you of vehicles you can’t see when you’re slowly backing out of a parking space.

Available adaptive cruise control can detect traffic slowing ahead and automatically slow your vehicle. When traffic has cleared, the vehicle resumes your set speed.

The 2015 Ford Edge uses its available system of ultrasonic systems to help you in nearly all parking situations – perpendicular parking, parallel parking, parking garages and more.

Available Enhanced Active Park Assist adds the ability for Edge to help you with perpendicular parking too. Utilizing the vehicle’s 12 ultrasonic sensors, Edge will scan for suitable parking spaces, and will assist in backing the vehicle into the spot. All you have to do is shift, accelerate and brake, and Edge will take care of the steering.

While driving slowly near parking spots, simply activate this feature and it scans for available parking spots. Ultrasonic sensors measure the distance to the curb and other parked cars. Once a big enough spot is identified, you’re signaled to stop and accept the system’s assistance. Just control the shifting, accelerating, and braking.

The Edge is always ready to steer you out of a tight parallel parking spot with available park out assist. When you’re wedged into a parallel parking spot, simply press the button and the system will give you reassuring instructions on shifting as well as moving forward and back while Edge steers you out. Just accelerate and brake.

With the available Side Parking Sensor, you can stay aware of your surroundings. The Edge has your back, your front, and of course your sides – warning you when the vehicle becomes too close to objects.

At slow speeds, the Edge helps you see around corners, down alleys and even while you’re pulling out of parking spots, thanks to the available 180º camera tucked in the grille.

The Edge is equally adept at keeping you in touch orhelping you get away from it all.

Stay connected to your world with hands-free calling, voice-activated entertainment, customizable instrument cluster screens, and touch-screen controls.

You will also enjoy home theater-type audio with 390 watts of continuous power through the combination of 12 speakers and subwoofers.

Sounds good, right?

Check out Monaco Ford in Glastonbury’s new Ford vehicles – as well as our pre-owned Fords and certified pre-owned Fords.

Monaco Ford is family owned and operated since 1922, currently employing its 4th generation of ownership. The dealership currently has over 80 employees. It has received Ford’s prestigious President’s Award an outstanding 9 times in the past two decades by surpassing all requirements, proving itself as one of Connecticut’s elite dealers. Visit www.monacoford.com for more about the dealership and the inventory. Our cars and our company are reliable and trustworthy. What more could you ask for?

Tips for Buying a New Car

Buying a new car can be a stressful process, but it doesn’t have to be.

We at Monaco Ford have some tips for you.

Have a goal. Come to the dealership with a goal, know what you want so you buy a vehicle because of the rule, not the exception.

However, you want to make smart decisions. You come in thinking you have all the information you need to get into the vehicle you want. Our sales staff may have more information to get you into a better vehicle that fits your lifestyle, so be open-minded.

You need time to put together the correct ingredients to buy the right vehicle that fits your lifestyle, and we’re ready to spend time with you and get you into the correct vehicle that fits you.

Take a thorough test drive to make sure you’ll be happy for the long term. Take extra time with the car parked to adjust the seats and experiment with the controls and the car's other features. Make sure all of your typical passengers and cargo fit well and the passengers are comfortable. Also think about whether or not this vehicle will suit your needs in the future in terms of people and cargo.

Also, when you’re here, ask for any special rebates that may apply to you, including a student discount or an active military discount.

We want to make sure you end up in the right car.  You could wind up an unhappy car owner if you haven't thought carefully about how many people and how much luggage or gear you need to carry.

You’ll also want to decide whether a new or used car is best for you. Cars are built better now than in the past, so used cars or certified used cars may make a lot of sense for you.

Ready to see what Monaco Ford has to offer? Visit www.monacoford.com to check out Monaco Ford in Glasonbury’s new Ford vehicles – as well as our pre-owned Fords and certified pre-owned Fords.