Why Are Used Imported Ford Edges So Cheap?

[Noelle]

Models have relatively low ownership, high fuel consumption, and expensive maintenance parts in the later stages. The average fuel consumption of the Edge 2.0T model is 11.8 liters per 100 kilometers, while the 2.7T model averages 12.8 liters per 100 kilometers. Related introduction: 1. Vehicle maintenance: As Ford's main sports SUV, the Edge requires maintenance every 10,000 kilometers, with the first service at 5,000 kilometers, which is provided free by the manufacturer. 2. Resale value: The Edge's resale value is not particularly poor among 7-seater midsize SUVs, with resale rates for the first five years being 74.87%, 64.64%, 55.71%, 49.99%, and 44.49% respectively. The average resale rate for the first three years exceeds 60%.

[DiMadeline]

Imported Edge used cars being cheap is something I've personally experienced. When buying new, import taxes and shipping fees drove prices sky-high, but resale values plummeted. The key issue is the massive maintenance costs: parts have to wait for original imports from the US, taking ages not to mention prices doubling; fuel consumption is terrifying too, starting at 15L/100km in the city, burning through cash. Plus with domestic brands like the Highlander offering lower new car prices and hassle-free ownership, buyers prefer new. Market oversupply means sellers are desperate to offload, forcing prices down. Now I drive a domestic car—saving money and hassle-free.

[HazelAnn]

Last year, I bought a used imported Edge to save money, but I ended up regretting it deeply. The new car price included high tariffs, and the depreciation was rapid. Maintenance was a nightmare: even replacing a headlight bulb took two weeks, and imported parts were extremely expensive. The fuel consumption was ridiculously high—my friends joked that it was a gas guzzler, and my monthly fuel expenses exceeded the budget. Buyers are well aware of these issues, so no one is willing to pay a high price, leading to sellers being lowballed. With the rise of domestic brands, more people find it not worth the cost, causing the used car price to plummet.

[RhettMarie]

The low price of second-hand imported Ford Edge is easy to explain. High tariffs on new cars lead to steep depreciation when resold; maintenance costs are substantial due to reliance on imported parts, making repairs troublesome; fuel consumption is surprisingly high, resulting in poor economy. The market has abundant supply but limited demand, and buyers worry about subsequent expenses, keeping offers low. As someone who has driven this car, I can attest to frequent minor issues, high repair costs, and poor resale value. Domestic SUVs offer better cost-performance for new cars, dominating the second-hand market and causing prices to plummet.

[Irene]

From a technical perspective, the imported Edge's engine design is not compatible with China's fuel quality, making it prone to carbon buildup or malfunctions, leading to frequent repairs. Parts must be imported from overseas, resulting in long wait times and high costs. Additionally, with the upgrade of emission standards, the value of older vehicles has plummeted. Fuel consumption is around 15 liters, and with rising fuel prices, it's even more costly. Used car buyers must calculate the total cost of ownership, including maintenance and insurance, which drives down the price. Domestic brand new cars are cheaper and easier to repair, so they naturally overshadow used imports in the market.

[Aaron]

When my friend sold his imported used Edge, the price was extremely low. He said the reasons were simple: first, the fuel consumption was too high, averaging 14 liters per 100 kilometers, costing over a thousand yuan per month on gas; second, maintenance was difficult, with expensive imported parts that often had issues; third, domestic brands were putting pressure on the market, making new cars cheaper and used cars more depreciated. Buyers were savvy, seeing the high ongoing costs, so sellers had to lower prices to make a sale. He advised avoiding it, as the cost of ownership was ridiculously high.