One design element that is worth special mention is the sloping rear pillar, which Ford designers claim is an integral element to the Edge's posture. Subsequently, the relatively steep angle of the rear glass is one reason the Edge lacks a standard or optional third row seat – apparently there would be an utter lack of headroom (though smaller SUVs with similar angles pull it off). Therefore, any SUV/SAV/CUV buyer wanting a Ford with a third row will need to check out the Freestyle, one of the brand's SUVs, or wait for the 2008 Fairlane.