2017 Ford Edge Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Ford Edge factory audio system integrates multiple locations to accommodate specific components. Dashboard and d-pillar locations accept 3.5 inch units. Front door panel and rear door panel locations accept a 1 inch speaker size, while front door panel and rear door panel locations also accept 6.5 inch speakers. Compatible speaker types for a replacement upgrade include tweeter, full-range, midrange, and midbass.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-Pillar | 3.5 | Midrange |
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| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Ford Edge Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
4
easy to replace
2
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 4 Medium: 1 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 3 Low: 12017 Ford Edge Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2017 Ford Edge factory audio configuration includes multiple speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a tiered approach to sound reproduction across different frequency ranges.
- The front and rear door panels each house two separate speakers: a 1-inch tweeter for high-frequency reproduction and a 6.5-inch driver that can accommodate either midbass or full-range applications.
- Upgrading the 6.5-inch door speakers may provide the most noticeable impact on overall sound quality, as these drivers typically handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum in factory installations.
- The dashboard contains 3.5-inch full-range speakers, which likely contribute to center-stage imaging and fill in the soundstage for front-seat occupants.
- The D-pillar location features 3.5-inch midrange speakers, positioned to enhance rear-seat listening experience and contribute to overall cabin sound dispersion.
- Component speaker systems featuring separate tweeters and woofers could potentially integrate with the existing 1-inch tweeter locations in the door panels, though crossover compatibility would need verification.
- The smaller 3.5-inch speakers in both dashboard and D-pillar positions may be secondary candidates for replacement, as their size inherently limits low-frequency extension and overall output capability.
- The radio supports both single DIN and double DIN head unit installations, offering flexibility for aftermarket audio source upgrades that could complement speaker replacements.
- The presence of dedicated tweeter locations suggests the factory system attempted some degree of frequency separation, though aftermarket tweeters with higher sensitivity ratings could extend high-frequency response.
- Replacing all speaker locations simultaneously could create impedance matching considerations, particularly if mixing different aftermarket brands or sensitivity ratings across locations.