The New Year will see the unveiling of a new model from the award-winning Ford range at Lookers, the new name for Jennings, with the arrival of the new Ford Edge SUV.
Lookers Ford dealerships based at Gateshead, Stockton and Middlesbrough, are scheduled to take delivery of the latest upgraded model, which includes new styling, engines, safety features and driver assistance systems in January.
Motorists across the region looking to purchase the latest model to further complement the popular Ford range, will be able to take advantage of three different trim levels, including Vignale, Titanium and a new sporty ST-Line trim.
Colin Massey, general sales manager at Lookers Ford in Middlesbrough, said: “We’re looking forward to taking delivery of Ford’s most premium and technically advanced new Edge SUV, which offers a stylish and ultra-contemporary exterior and interior design, new powertrains and additional connectivity and technology.”
There’s also two new Ford EcoBlue diesel engines to choose from, including a more powerful 238PS version and a 150PS, both of which are fitted as standard with the new quick shifting 8-speed automatic transmission – meeting the latest Euro 6 emissions standards.
Retaining the highest 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, the new Ford Edge comes with autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping aid, lane departure warning, intelligent speed assist, auto-headlamps and rear seat belt reminder, fitted as standard.
Customers can also take advantage of new driver assistance technologies which enhance protection, driving and parking. Standard features include pre collision assist, traffic sign recognition, automatic headlights with auto high/low beam and rain sensing front windscreen wipers, cruise control with collision mitigation, rear view camera and front and rear parking sensors.
Another standard feature in the new Ford Edge ST-Line and Vignale models is FordPass Connect, which turns the vehicle into a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot with connectivity for up to ten devices and includes a range of features such as live traffic, Wi-Fi hotspot and map updates via SYNC Wi-Fi eCall. To utilise the FordPass Connect functionality, customers need to access the FordPass App by downloading it on a smartphone.
Customers visiting Lookers, the new name for Jennings, can also take advantage of a Motability service, in addition to a range of aftersales facilities, including service, MOT, accident repair, and genuine Ford parts and accessories.