2019 will be an exciting year for Ford aficionados. With the return of the Ranger and the releases of the updated Edge and Focus, there is a lot to look forward to. Here’s what we know so far about these four 2019 Ford models.
2019 Ford Ranger
Drivers have waited seven long years for the return of Ford’s midsize pickup truck. Now fully retooled and reimagined, the Ranger will hit the North American market sometime in early 2019. It will feature a 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbo-four engine and Ford’s new 10-speed automatic transmission. It will be available as a super cab or super crew, each with four full-size doors. Inside, the vehicle seats five passengers and has waterproof storage underneath the back seats. Driver-assistive technology features include pre-collision assistance, blind-spot detection with trailer coverage, and lane-keep warning and assist. There are also plenty of options available for off-roading.
2019 Ford Focus
The 2019 Ford Focus has been redesigned with more comfort, connectivity, and driver-assistance technology. It’s available as a five-door hatchback, five-door wagon, or four-door sedan. Available trims are the ST, RS, and Titanium trims, each of which offer various levels of options and upgrades. The Focus will come standard with a 1.0-liter EcoBoost I3 gasoline engine with either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. A longer wheelbase is said to give the car more interior space, making it more roomy and comfortable for drivers and passengers alike. The Focus will arrive in the U.S. sometime in 2019.
2019 Ford Edge
Ford will debut its new CoPilot 360 driver-assistive technology suite in its midsize SUV, the 2019 Ford Edge. The package includes the blind-spot information system (BLIS) with cross-traffic alert, emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, a rearview camera, and a lane-keeping system. Available upgrades include adaptive cruise control with lane centering or stop-and-go, evasive steering assist, and enhanced active park assist. The Edge will feature a 2.7-liter V6 EcoBoost engine delivering 365 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque. It will come with an eight-speed automatic transmission and sport-tuned suspension for an amazing ride.
2019 Ford Transit Connect
The 2019 Transit Connect will be available for either commercial or personal use. With seating for up to five passengers in the short-wheelbase model or up to seven in the long-wheelbase model, there’s plenty of room for the whole family. Seating can be configured to accommodate a mix of passengers and cargo as well. Driver-assistive technology on the Transit Connect includes pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection and side-wind stabilization, which helps to keep the vehicle from veering too far over in a sudden gust of wind. Available options include lane-keeping assist and enhanced active park assist.
Whether you’re in the market for a car, truck, SUV, or van, Ford has some exciting models debuting in 2019. With all-new driver-assistive technologies and fuel-efficient engines, there’s plenty to look forward to in the new model year. Be sure to ask your dealer when these vehicles will be available near you.
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