Thinking of Buying a Used Ford Flex? Here’s What to Know
There are a lot of Ford Flex drivers in Traverse City, and with good reason. Ford’s “big wagon” serves as a pitch-perfect crossover SUV, a station wagon and a low minivan. See why a used Ford Flex might be a great option for your next daily driver.
Is the Ford Flex a Good Car?
Ford has hardly touched the Ford Flex since the vehicle debuted in 2008 as a 2009 model. The body’s squarish shape is both distinctive and functional, providing plenty of interior space and excellent visibility.
Room for Everyone
The Flex offers three rows of seating, one of just three Ford models that have a full third-row option. That also opens up a lot of room for storage, a total of 20 cubic feet with the third row up. Fold down all the seats, and you’ll have a cavernous 83 cubic feet to work with.
Ford Flex Horsepower
The Flex puts out 287 horsepower from a 3.5 liter V-6. It’s only available as an automatic. The Limited package is harder to find used out there, but snap one up if you can find it; it has a 365-horsepower twin turbo.
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Is the Ford Flex Safe?
If there is a knock on any family-friendly vehicle like the Ford Flex, it’s a relatively low safety rating. There are few active safety features on the Flex, aside from a dedicated second-row seatbelt airbag. Still, it’s a fair-sized vehicle that otherwise meets every safety standard on the market.
Are Ford Flex 4-Wheel Drive?
Some Flex models are all-wheel drive. Starting in 2013, Ford offered an optional AWD upgrade on the Limited package. The top-of-the-line Limited trim also boasts the line-up’s only reverse camera.
Do They Still Make the Ford Flex?
Ford stopped making the Flex in 2019 due to lackluster sales. Officially, Ford announced that it would discontinue the beloved Flex to focus on its better-selling modeling, including the Expedition and Escape. Those two vehicles also have optional third rows and more traditional styling.
It also opened space in Ford’s line-up. By 2021, the Ford Bronco was back on the market, while Ford’s “Tesla-killer” Ford Mach E Mustang, both vehicles with overlap in the crossover SUV category.
The Flex faced fierce competition in its category, including three new models. The Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade and Volkswagen Atlas all swiped additional market share from the Flex in recent years.
Keep Your Ford Flex on the Road
Ford has no plans to revive the Flex, which is a bit of a heartbreaker for its many fans. The Flex has a cult-like following in many automotive circles, and it’s a favorite among Northern Michigan drivers. Keep your used Ford Flex on the road for the long haul; trust your vehicle with the friendly technicians at Garfield Auto; schedule an appointment today!