2018 Ford Edge Speaker Sizes
The 2018 Ford Edge factory audio system incorporates multiple locations for sound reproduction components. Center dash and d-pillar locations accommodate 3.5 inch speakers. Front door panel and rear door panel locations accept a 1 inch speaker size alongside 6.5 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a sound system replacement or 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Dash | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| D-Pillar | 3.5 | Midrange |
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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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2018 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: 12018 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 2018 Ford Edge factory audio system incorporates a multi-driver configuration that separates frequency ranges across different locations, with dedicated 1-inch tweeters in both front and rear door panels handling high frequencies, while 6.5-inch drivers in the same door locations manage mid-bass and broader frequency reproduction.
- Replacement priorities may favor the door-mounted 6.5-inch midbass and full-range drivers, as these larger components typically contribute more significantly to overall sound quality and output compared to smaller auxiliary speakers positioned elsewhere in the cabin.
- Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and woofers could utilize the existing tweeter locations in the door panels, potentially allowing for upgraded crossover networks that better manage frequency distribution between the 1-inch and 6.5-inch drivers.
- The center dash position features a 3.5-inch full-range speaker that likely handles midrange frequencies and vocal reproduction in the factory system, though this location may receive lower upgrade priority compared to the primary door speakers.
- D-pillar speakers at 3.5 inches are designated as midrange drivers rather than full-range, suggesting they operate within a specific frequency band in the factory configuration, possibly supplementing rear soundstage depth.
- Aftermarket radio installation flexibility exists with both single DIN and double DIN compatibility, allowing for head unit upgrades that could drive higher-quality replacement speakers more effectively than the factory receiver.
- The dual 6.5-inch door speaker setup in front and rear positions creates symmetry in the sound system architecture, which may allow for balanced audio staging when upgrading to aftermarket speakers with similar power handling characteristics.
- Tweeter replacement in the 1-inch locations might yield noticeable high-frequency clarity improvements, particularly when paired with upgraded 6.5-inch woofers that share compatible sensitivity ratings and impedance specifications.