There's design everywhere, both in the overall look of the vehicle and in the details. The full-size crossover, which can comfortably accommodate up to seven passengers in its standard configuration, is a roomy and stylish vehicle. Currently the Ford Flex has a score of 7. Seamless is the word that comes to mind. We were able to tow our 3000 lb. The 2010 Ford Flex comes with a single gearbox, a six-speed automatic transmission that was co-developed with General Motors. Who wants to remember those old three-row wagons from the old days, anyway? The impression of comfort and luxury is reinforced by large door openings and excellent entry and egress for all three seat rows.
For the average family this should be a phenomenal vehicles for all to enjoy. Manufacturer Info Sources: 800-392-3673 -. Plenty of power that I need, room for more passengers with seats all the way back in the front, lots of room for the golf bags. Errors will be corrected where discovered, and your dealer reserves the right to revoke any stated offer and to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, including after an order has been submitted, confirmed and your credit card or PayPal account charged. Easily distinguishable from any other people movers thanks to its unique boxy exterior, the Flex comes well equipped even in base-model flavor and can be optioned out to bona fide luxury-car levels.
However, for 90% of the people out there, the standard motor is plenty powerful. But it's just that good. Those needing more room or better access can easily fold the third-row seats to suit. In the third row, a single glass pane extends across the seat from left to right. The deep-tint Vista Roof appears to be a single moonroof over the front-row seats combined with a huge glass panel over the second and third-row seats. Driven by a compressor, it will cool seven 12-ounce cans or two 20-ounce bottles to forty-one degrees. Maybe it's the accent, maybe it's the inflections, maybe it's ambient noise, but regardless you learn to pace yourself giving instructions and have to be prepared to try more than once.
Noted for styling by that recalls the , and a series of horizontal grooves in its doors and tailgate evoking a , the Flex is marketed in the , in and in the. The only alternative is an active headrest, which Ford needs to find the budget to offer. For 2010, the six-speed was strengthened to take on the extra twisting power from the new EcoBoost engine. The Flex is a bit lacking dynamically as well, and can be difficult to park, especially if not equipped with a back-up camera. We now have 50,000 and no problems yet.
Despite best efforts, a small number of the items on this website may be mispriced. Maybe so, but other vehicles that must meet the same requirements seem to have less intrusive headrests. Great overall, gets tons of compliments on its looks, kids' friends love it. Then, on a whim, I test drove the Flex. Suspension, f: independent, strut, stabilizer bar Suspension, r: independent, multi-link, stabilizer bar Ground clearance: 5.
All interior materials, including the vinyls, have a look and feel that communicate quality and durability. Seamless is the word that comes to mind. In fact, every seat except the driver's folds flat for optimum capacity. The Flex provides 20 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats in use, 43. The is one of the best crossovers in its class because of its huge cargo capacity, roomy third row, plethora of available features and smooth handling.
Archived from on August 23, 2008. Still, the system as a whole is a technological tour de force and clearly paves the way for future developments. As a Ford model, the 2010 Flex sets itself apart from the pack by being completely different from other crossover vehicles, thanks in part to its slab-sided styling. There is substance inside as well, where the Flex sports a low instrument panel with blue-lit gauges, a red-lit pair of cup holders in the center console, and a choice of fabric seats with tweedy trim or leather in the range-topping variant. Errors will be corrected where discovered, and your dealer reserves the right to revoke any stated offer and to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, including after an order has been submitted, confirmed and your credit card or PayPal account charged.
That said, the Flex is remarkably composed on the road and dynamically competent, and not just for a vehicle its size, but remarkably taut for a vehicle of any size. Driving Impressions The Ford Flex and other people and cargo movers are more about features, accommodations and equipment than the actual driving experience. For families who need a large vehicle, the Ford Flex offers everything you would want in the way of a satisfying and rewarding vehicle to own and drive. Its power is comparable to a normally aspirated 4. Designed to carry seven passengers, yet achieve the same kind of fuel economy as a mid-size sedan, the Flex is part of a growing trend away from V8-powered leviathans and toward more space efficient vehicles, particularly when towing is not a high priority, although the addition of the EcoBoost power option enhances the Flex's towing ability markedly. The question is, does anyone need this sort of performance from a family car? The materials, and the way they work together, are a step up for Ford—the door panels have faux-wood trim, metallic bands, leather, and plastic all next to each other, and they come off as high-quality pieces, rather than cheesy attempts at making the Flex seem more high-end.
In any case, don't work these systems while driving. As far as cargo capacity goes, the Flex will carry plenty if you fold down the second and third rows. Ford now offers two powertrain options for the Flex. Fedex Ground to all 50 states. In the third row, a single glass pane extends across the seat from left to right.
Plenty of family-friendly options were available when it was new. Cornering is level and quiet. If an item's correct price is higher than the dealer's stated price, your dealer will, at his or her discretion, either contact you for instructions before shipping or cancel your order and notify you of such cancellation and the reason for such cancellation. Returns and exchanges may be subject to a restocking fee of up to 10 percent, which will be waived if the return or exchange is due to an error by your dealer. Towing capacity is 4,500 lb 2,041 kg. Available power-adjustable pedals help any size driver feel comfortable behind the wheel. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.