Ford Flex — Specs, Trims, Prices & Owner Reviews
The Ford Flex was a three-row full-size crossover sold for the 2009-2019 model years. Developed from Ford's Fairlane concept and styled under Peter Horbury, it combined a low, wagon-like profile and distinctive horizontal body grooves with conventional front-hinged doors and seating for six or seven.
Model years 2015–2019 · Independent buyer data
Fuel economy: 16 mpg city / 23 hwy / 19 combined
Ford Flex: General Information
The Ford Flex was a three-row full-size crossover sold for the 2009-2019 model years. Developed from Ford's Fairlane concept and styled under Peter Horbury, it combined a low, wagon-like profile and distinctive horizontal body grooves with conventional front-hinged doors and seating for six or seven.
Built on Ford's D4 unibody platform, the Flex offered front- or all-wheel drive and two 3.5L V6 engines. The naturally aspirated engine rose from 262 hp at launch to 287 hp for 2013, while the available twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 arrived for 2010 and reached 365 hp for 2013; both engines used six-speed automatic transmissions.
A 2013 facelift revised the front and rear styling, updated the cabin, and added steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles, with that design continuing through the final 2019 model year. Across its run, the Flex stood out for its quiet ride, generous passenger space, 20.0-83.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, and available 4,500-lb towing capability.
Ford Flex by model year
2015 Ford Flex
2015 Ford Flex SE
The SE was the front-wheel-drive entry model, using the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic. Standard equipment included three-row cloth seating, 17-inch aluminum wheels, keyless entry, power accessories, six-speaker audio, and Ford SYNC. Its sole configuration carried a $29,995 MSRP.
2015 Ford Flex SEL
SEL added 18-inch wheels, MyFord Touch, premium audio, dual-zone automatic climate control, upgraded seating, and Intelligent Access with push-button start, newly standard for 2015. The 287-hp V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic remained standard, with either front- or all-wheel drive. Pricing began at $32,995 for FWD and $34,945 for AWD.
2015 Ford Flex Limited
Limited added perforated leather seating, driver memory, 19-inch wheels, HID headlamps, a power liftgate, navigation, a 12-speaker Sony system, BLIS, and a rearview camera. Buyers could select the 287-hp V6 with FWD or AWD, or the 365-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with standard AWD and paddle shifters. MSRPs ranged from $38,595 for FWD to $43,795 for the EcoBoost AWD configuration.
2016 Ford Flex
2016 Ford Flex SE
The SE was the front-wheel-drive entry model, using the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic. Its sole configuration carried a $29,710 MSRP. For 2016, a rearview camera became standard across the Flex lineup, while SE retained the 4.2-inch SYNC system.
2016 Ford Flex SEL
SEL paired the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. Pricing began at $32,410 for FWD and rose to $34,360 for AWD. New SYNC 3 technology was standard on SEL for 2016, joining heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and Intelligent Access with push-button start.
2016 Ford Flex Limited
Limited added perforated leather seating, navigation, a 12-speaker Sony audio system, BLIS, HID headlamps, and a power liftgate. Buyers could pair the 287-hp V6 with FWD or AWD, or choose the 365-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with standard AWD and paddle shifters; pricing ranged from $37,910 to $42,710. SYNC 3 was new for 2016, and available equipment groups added active park assist, adaptive cruise control, collision warning, cooled front seats, and a PowerFold third row.
2017 Ford Flex
2017 Ford Flex SE
The SE was the front-wheel-drive entry model, using Ford's 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic. Standard equipment included seven-passenger cloth seating, a rearview camera, reverse sensing, SYNC with a 4.2-inch display, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control. The 2017 model carried over mechanically while adding White Gold and Blue Jeans paint choices, and MotorTrend listed its destination-included starting MSRP at $30,920.
2017 Ford Flex SEL
SEL retained the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic while offering front- or all-wheel drive. It added SYNC 3, heated power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, Intelligent Access with push-button start, remote start, and 18-inch wheels; Equipment Group 202A and Appearance and Trailer Tow packages expanded the options. The 2017 model carried over mechanically with two new paint colors, and destination-included pricing started at $33,625 for FWD and $35,575 for AWD.
2017 Ford Flex Limited
Limited added perforated leather seating, navigation, a 12-speaker Sony audio system, BLIS, HID headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and a power liftgate. The 287-hp Ti-VCT V6 came with FWD or AWD, while Equipment Group 303A combined the 365-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with AWD, 301A driver-assistance content, and 20-inch wheels. Destination-included pricing began at $39,125 for FWD and reached $47,325 for the 303A EcoBoost AWD configuration.
2018 Ford Flex
2018 Ford Flex SE
The SE was the front-wheel-drive entry model, using Ford's 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic. Standard equipment included seven-passenger cloth seating, SYNC with a 4.2-inch display, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control. The Flex carried over without significant changes for 2018, and its destination-included starting MSRP was $31,280.
2018 Ford Flex SEL
SEL retained the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic while offering front- or all-wheel drive. It added SYNC 3, heated power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, Intelligent Access with push-button start, remote start, and 18-inch wheels; Equipment Group 202A and the Appearance and Trailer Tow packages expanded the options. The Flex carried over without significant changes for 2018, with destination-included pricing starting at $33,990 for FWD and $35,940 for AWD.
2018 Ford Flex Limited
Limited added perforated leather seating, navigation, a 12-speaker Sony audio system, BLIS, HID headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and a power liftgate. The 287-hp Ti-VCT V6 came with FWD or AWD, while Equipment Group 303A combined the 365-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with AWD, all 301A driver-assistance content, and 20-inch wheels. The Flex carried over without significant changes for 2018, and destination-included pricing began at $39,490 for FWD and reached $47,690 for the 303A EcoBoost AWD configuration.
2019 Ford Flex
2019 Ford Flex SE
The SE was the front-wheel-drive entry model, using Ford's 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic. Standard equipment included seven-passenger cloth seating, a 4.2-inch audio display, a power driver's seat, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and 17-inch aluminum wheels. The final-year Flex carried over mechanically for 2019, added Agate Black and Stone Gray paint choices, and had a MotorTrend-listed starting price of $31,670.
2019 Ford Flex SEL
SEL retained the 287-hp 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 and six-speed SelectShift automatic while offering front- or all-wheel drive. It added SYNC 3, heated power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, Intelligent Access with push-button start, remote start, and 18-inch wheels; Equipment Group 202A and the Appearance and Trailer Tow packages expanded the options. The final-year Flex carried over mechanically for 2019, with MotorTrend-listed pricing starting at $34,385 for FWD and $36,335 for AWD.
2019 Ford Flex Limited
Limited added perforated leather seating, navigation, a 12-speaker Sony audio system, BLIS, HID headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, a power liftgate, and a standard universal garage-door opener for 2019. The 287-hp Ti-VCT V6 came with FWD or AWD, while Equipment Group 303A combined the 365-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with AWD, 301A driver-assistance content, and 20-inch wheels. MotorTrend-listed pricing began at $39,885 for FWD and reached $48,085 for the 303A EcoBoost AWD configuration in the Flex's final model year.
Ford Flex trim levels
| Trim | MSRP | Engine | Power | Drive | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $29,995 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | 18 / 25 mpg |
| SEL | $32,995 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | AWD | 18 / 25 mpg |
| Limited | $38,595 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft (Ti-VCT); 365 hp / 350 lb-ft (EcoBoost) | FWD | AWD | 18 / 25 mpg |
| SE | $29,710 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SEL | $32,410 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| Limited | $37,910 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft (Ti-VCT); 365 hp / 350 lb-ft (EcoBoost) | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SE | $30,920 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SEL | $33,625 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| Limited | $39,125 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft (Ti-VCT); 365 hp / 350 lb-ft (EcoBoost) | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SE | $31,280 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SEL | $33,990 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| Limited | $39,490 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft (Ti-VCT); 365 hp / 350 lb-ft (EcoBoost) | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SE | $31,670 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| SEL | $34,385 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
| Limited | $39,885 | 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 | 287 hp / 254 lb-ft (Ti-VCT); 365 hp / 350 lb-ft (EcoBoost) | FWD | AWD | 16 / 23 mpg |
Specifications (2019)
| Engine | 3.5L |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Power | 287 hp |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 7 |
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Compare the Ford Flex →Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ford Flex cost?
The Ford Flex has a typical price range of $31,670 - $48,085, spanning 15 trim levels. Actual prices vary by year, mileage and local market conditions.
What fuel economy does the Ford Flex get?
The Ford Flex achieves 16 / 23 mpg. Real-world figures depend on trim, drivetrain and driving style.
Is the Ford Flex reliable?
Recall history: 4 recalls (2019).
What years of the Ford Flex are available to compare?
Cars4Real covers Ford Flex model years 2015–2019. You can compare every year and trim side by side with live market prices and real owner reviews.