- crossover 128,140
- 137 below average
- 10,968 fair
- Bend, OR
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- 137 below average crossover 128,140 gasoline white automatic
2010 ford flex review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Terrific family hauler. introductionthe ford flex is a full-size crossover utility vehicle that can seat up to seven adults and carry luggage or groceries at the same time. It's built on a passenger-car platform, as opposed to that of a body-on-frame truck, and thus has the basic stance and friendly driving characteristics of a car. the flex is larger and roomier than the ford edge, and its three-row seating allows it to carry more people, and in more comfort. Its passenger-car platform makes it lower and more carlike than the explorer or expedition, and thus easier to drive and live with in daily use. Competitors for the flex include the chevy traverse, gmc arcadia, and buick enclave, though they are quite different in a variety of ways. fuel economy is an epa-estimated 17/24 mpg city/highway for a front-wheel-drive flex, 16/22 mpg for an all-wheel-drive model, and that's on regular 87 octane gasoline. for 2010, the major change for the flex is the availability of ford's strong ecoboost turbocharged 3. 5-liter v6 engine. Ecoboost utilizes advanced turbocharging technology to deliver the fuel efficiency of a smaller engine with the power and performance of a larger engine. Ecoboost includes two turbochargers and direct fuel injection. The 3. 5-liter v6 ecoboost engine in the flex is rated at 355 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, yet with no penalty in fuel economy compared to the standard non-ecoboost 3. 5-liter v6, which is rated at 262 horsepower. In the flex, the ecoboost engine will be available only with all-wheel drive. also new for 2010: active park assist, an autofold 60/40-split second-row bench seat, mykey programmable vehicle key, trailer sway control, tilt-telescoping steering wheel. The flex sel awd 33,120) adds all-wheel drive. The sel convenience package 1,000) adds 110-volt power inverter, power adjustable pedals with memory, power liftgate, memory driver's seat and side mirrors, door-mirror mount puddle lamps, and heated mirrors. The sel awd is also available with the ecoboost v6 engine 36,115). flex limited 37,165) adds hid headlamps, power multi-function door mirrors with puddle illumination, power-opening liftgate, p235/55r19 bsw tires, 19-inch polished alloy wheels, 110-volt power outlet, power-adjustable pedals with memory, ambient lighting, second-row footrests, perforated leather seating surfaces (for first and second rows), first-row memory seats, microsoft sync system, and navigation. The flex limited awd 39,015) adds all-wheel drive. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes (abs), advancetrac electronic traction control, rsc roll stability control, brake assist, and electronic brake force distribution (ebd). Adjustable pedals come on the limited model. All-wheel drive is available for the sel and limited. walkaroundthe ford flex looks boxy, in an attention-getting and stylish sort of way, but boxy nonetheless. The hood and roof are long and flat, the windshield stands tall and proud, corners are squared-off, side body panels are vertical, side glass is nearly vertical, and the tailgate could be plotted with a t-square. The overall box shape suggests interior room and maximum space utilization. Many would also find the shape honest, simple and elegant. people seeing the flex for the first time generally agree it has presence and a variety of upscale cues. Those who find it attractive are reminded of the mini clubman and toyota fj cruiser, both of which share basic flex proportions and even color-contrasting tops. the flex may at heart be a functional people and cargo-carrier, but it's certainly not shy when it comes to exterior design. There's design everywhere, both in the overall look of the vehicle and in the details. A fair amount of brightwork, just short of bling, sets the flex apart and communicates upscale intentions. A signature three-bar ford grille in a muted silver finish extends across the front. Front bumper foglights are encased in highly reflective jeweled surrounds. Door mirror housings are not only chromed, but the caps have little tab-like crenellations that sparkle in sunlight. Big, bright 19-inch polished alloy wheels on the limited suggest lincoln more than ford, as do large chrome door handles, bright window surrounds, and a shiny band running across the tailgate that repeats the front grille theme. beyond the brightwork, the flex has a series of small, horizontal, body-color indents stamped into the door panels. These not only visually lengthen the vehicle and break up mass along the sides, but likely also strengthen the panels and reduce oil-canning noise within the doors. Sure, such detailing is a little finicky and over the top, but the flex would look a lot heavier if the indents weren't there. Another flex signature is the optional roof color of either warm white or silver. the flex is taller than most station wagons but significantly lower than such traditional suvs as the explorer and expedition. The flex on the inside looks full, complete, spacious, roomy and luxurious. All the basics and most of the details are well covered. on opening a door and seeing the flex interior for the first time, the impression is rich and inviting. Color coordination is carefully managed. Materials, plastics, fabrics, leathers and carpets are well matched with textures and sheen is nicely controlled. The visual impression is more lincoln than ford, and definitely upscale. the impression of comfort and luxury is reinforced by large door openings and excellent entry and egress for all three seat rows. Perforated leather inserts and smooth leather seatbacks are on the front seats, but only leather inserts in the middle seats (vinyl everywhere else) and all-vinyl seats in back. There is a caveat, though, in the form of fairly aggressive headrests ford claims are mandated by new federal safety standards. Maybe so, but other vehicles that must meet the same requirements seem to have less intrusive headrests. second-row seats offer generous legroom and basic support good for long trips, and are marginally less supportive and comfortable than those in front. The second-row seats are adjustable fore and aft, and they can also be folded through an electric switch to enable third-row access. Push a button in the c-pillar and the seatback folds f. Power Windows✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Power Mirrors✔ Power Locks✔ AM/FM✔ Remote Start✔ Air Conditioning✔ Passenger Airbag✔ Alloy Wheels
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