What is the best year for a Ford Edge?

Complaint data doesn't differentiate between model years for the Edge in our records. The Edge was discontinued after 2024; the second-generation models (2015-2024) are what's available used, with a significant refresh in 2019 that brought updated powertrains and safety tech.

How much does Ford Edge insurance cost?

Edge insurance averages around $2,238/year — roughly $187/month. One of the lower insurance rates in the midsize class.

Is the Ford Edge or Nissan Murano cheaper to maintain?

The Murano is cheaper to maintain by $104/year — $507 versus $611 for the Edge. Both carry a reliability score of 7, but the Edge has a lower major repair probability (13% vs. 14%) and significantly lower repair frequency (33% vs. 51%). On total maintenance value, the Edge holds an advantage in visit frequency despite the higher annual cost.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Ford Edge?

Major repair probability and reliability score both at the midsize class average — average-risk ownership. No strong case for or against extended warranty. Risk tolerance and intended ownership duration are the deciding factors.

What is the best year for a Jeep Wagoneer?

The Wagoneer entered production in 2022. The 2024 model (36 complaints, 8/10 safety, 2 severe) is the strongest year on record, improving significantly from the 2022 launch year (181 complaints, 13 severe). The 2024+ range is the safest window for used buying.

How much does Jeep Wagoneer insurance cost?

Wagoneer insurance averages around $2,526/year — roughly $211/month.

Is the Jeep Wagoneer or Chevrolet Suburban cheaper to maintain?

The Wagoneer is cheaper to maintain by $160/year — $784 versus $944 for the Chevrolet Suburban. The Wagoneer also has significantly lower repair frequency (39% vs. 51%). Both carry the same reliability score and major repair probability. The Wagoneer is the better maintenance value in this comparison.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Jeep Wagoneer?

Major repair probability and repair frequency are both at the fullsize class average. The 2022 launch year had 181 complaints and 13 severe issues — extended warranty is worth considering for used 2022-2023 models. For 2024 and newer, the risk profile is more moderate.

Ford Edge vs Jeep Wagoneer

Q: Is the Jeep Wagoneer expensive to maintain?

The Wagoneer costs $784/year to maintain — exactly at the fullsize segment average. Repair frequency of 39% is just below the class average of 40%. Reliability score of 6 and major repair probability of 15% both match segment averages. Average across all ownership-cost metrics.

Two midsize SUVs compared on the numbers that matter — maintenance cost, reliability, and insurance.

// VERDICT

Our verdict

Buy the Ford Edge — lower 5-year cost and better reliability.

Buy the Jeep Wagoneer if its specific features or size suit your needs better.

// COST HEAD TO HEAD

Maintenance and ownership cost

	Ford Edge	Jeep Wagoneer
Annual maintenance	$611winner	$784
5-year total cost	$3,055winner	$3,920
Reliability score	7 / 10winner	6 / 10
Major repair risk (5yr)	13%winner	15%
Cargo space	—	—
Starting price (new)	—	—
Best years to buy	—	—

// RELIABILITY

Which is more reliable?

	Ford Edge	Jeep Wagoneer
RepairPal score	7 / 10winner	6 / 10
NHTSA complaints / 100k	0winner	201.5
Years to avoid	None identified	2022
Value retained · 3 yr	—	59.9%
Value retained · 5 yr	—	53.8%
Value retained · 7 yr	—	44.7%

// COMMON PROBLEMS

What breaks — and what it costs

	Ford Edge	Jeep Wagoneer
Engine	—winner	29.9%
Electrical	—winner	16.1%
ADAS	—winner	16.4%
Brakes	—winner	9.3%
Suspension	—winner	2.3%
Steering	—winner	5.5%
Tires/Wheels	—winner	1.9%
Glass/Windows	—winner	1.3%
Airbags	—winner	1.6%
Lighting	—winner	1.0%

One major repair on either model can run $1,500–4,000. A warranty caps your exposure, especially on known problem years.

// INSURANCE

Which is cheaper to insure?

	Ford Edge	Jeep Wagoneer
Avg annual premium	$2,238winner	$2,526

// FULL MODEL PAGES

GAS

Ford Edge

$611/yr maint · 7 reliability

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GAS

Jeep Wagoneer

$784/yr maint · 6 reliability

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// FAQ

Common questions

The Edge costs $611/year to maintain — $38 above the midsize segment average of $573. Repair frequency of 33% is below the class average of 40%. Reliability score of 7 and major repair probability of 13% both match the segment averages. Above-average cost with average reliability.

How we calculated this. Maintenance costs and reliability scores from RepairPal. Complaints and recalls from NHTSA. Fuel economy from the EPA. Insurance averages from CarEdge. Pricing from KBB. Depreciation from iSeeCars. Full methodology →