Why Are Used Imported Ford Edge So Cheap?
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Used imported Ford Edge vehicles are inexpensive due to lower model availability, high fuel consumption, and expensive maintenance parts. Additional information: Vehicle Maintenance: As Ford's sporty SUV, the Edge certainly offers a sporty feel, but maintenance costs are relatively high. The Edge requires maintenance every 10,000 kilometers, with the first service at 5,000 kilometers provided free by the manufacturer. Comparatively, the material costs for Edge maintenance are not very high, but labor costs for some services are on the higher side, resulting in a relatively high total cost. Resale Value: The Edge's resale value among 7-seater midsize SUVs is not particularly poor. The resale rates for the first five years are 74.87%, 64.64%, 55.71%, 49.99%, and 44.49%, respectively. The average resale rate for the first three years exceeds 60%. However, it is much lower compared to the Highlander in the same class.
I've observed that the relatively low prices of used imported Ford Edges are primarily due to market supply-demand imbalance and weak brand competitiveness. While the Ford Edge is quite popular in Europe and America, as an imported vehicle in China, its maintenance costs are surprisingly high—parts rely on foreign supply chains, making replacements time-consuming and expensive, which deters average consumers. Meanwhile, domestic SUVs like the Haval H9 offer exceptional value for money, capturing the Edge's target customer base and causing a sharp decline in demand for used models. Dealers are stuck with excess inventory and forced to sell at bargain prices. Depreciation rates have also skyrocketed—imported new vehicles are inherently expensive, and with tariffs and regulatory restrictions, owners face steep discounts when reselling. However, for buyers, this presents an opportunity to snag a deal, but it's crucial to check engine health and parts availability to avoid post-purchase maintenance pitfalls.
