Whether you love it or laugh at it, the Edge Sport remains a dedicated machine through and through. The ultra-low-profile Pirelli Scorpion Zero 40-Series tires make an impressive footprint. Some would even say they add to the vehicle's styling; I sure hope so at $1,000 a piece!

The steering wheel and shift knob, also wrapped in leather.

Meanwhile, the suspension gets firmer settings. You know, the kind of "firm" that makes you long for pool table-slick highways after just one week...

Four of the nine paint colors available with the regular Edge are offered with the Sport model. They're the most obvious ones, including, Black, Redfire, Brilliant Silver and the limited-run Sport Blue.

The exterior is enhanced with a factory-installed, color-coordinated body kit that further brings out the sharp lines of the Edge. And then there's a large-diameter dual exhaust with polished tailpipes -- a must-have on this type of tuner car.

Inside, sumptuous leather seats with Alcantara grey suede inserts await occupants. The steering wheel and shift knob, also wrapped in leather, feature contrasting stitches for additional distinctiveness.

The middle section of the dashboard receives a glossy metallic appliqué with subtle linear patterns. If you take a closer look, you'll notice a "Sport" monogram -- just like on the rear liftgate. How cool!

On the flip side...
Buyers who have to face the cruelties of winter will appreciate the heated front seats and all-wheel drive system of the Ford Edge Sport, especially since both are standard. On the other hand, they will face a huge dilemma in the weeks leading up to the cold season. These Pirellis would turn into soap on snow-covered roads, making the vehicle impossible to drive. As an alternative, Ford will offer them 20-inch chrome aluminum wheels (similar to the Edge Limited) fitted with Toyo Observe G-02 Plus tires -- all for just $4,120... plus tax!

Buyers who have to face the cruelties of winter will appreciate the heated front seats.