Trying to find the right crossover SUV can be more than a little daunting. With so many nameplates and models to choose from, finding the right one is sometimes akin to finding the proverbial needle in a haystack. After trying various competitors, including the Nissan Murano and Mazda CX-9, we found that the Ford Edge offers an unbeatable combination of value, style and smooth ride. Last year's winner of the "Best 2-Row Midsize SUV for the Money" from U.S. News and World Report returns for the 2014 model year with an updated interior and exterior, as well as an improved 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine option that delivers excellent mpg ratings. Other new features include the latest version of the SYNC infotainment system with MyFord Touch, new paint colors and a long list of safety features like AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control and the SOS Post-Crash Alert System.

The 2014 Ford Edge is available in Phoenix in SE, SEL, Limited and Sport trim levels. Each trim level comes standard with a 3.5-liter V6 that generates 285 horsepower and 253 lb.-ft. of torque. A 2.0-liter EcoBoost with 240 hp and 270 lb.-ft. of torque is optional on every trim level with the exception of the Edge Sport, which comes standard with a 3.7-liter V6 that produces 305 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard on all models, as is a six-speed automatic transmission, but Ford Edge shoppers in Phoenix can opt for all-wheel drive if they so choose. New exterior colors for the 2014 model year include Sunset Metallic, Oxford White and Ingot Silver.

In our 2014 Ford Edge review, the new front-end styling and interior upgrades were a pleasant find, as was the long list of standard and optional features. New owners can expect to find great standard and optional amenities like: the SYNC infotainment system and MyFord Touch, leather seats, automatic climate control, a rearview camera, a 12-speaker stereo system, remote start, a power rear lift gate, adaptive cruise control, full power accessories and ambient lighting. The Edge Sport trim offers an upgraded engine, 22-inch wheels, sporty exterior styling touches and a sport-tuned suspension.

Read on for more on the 2014 Edge or contact Camelback Ford, located in Phoenix, AZ.