2017 Ford Flex

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2017 Ford Flex
2017 Ford Flex

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

19

Combined MPG

7

Seating capacity

201.8” x 68”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

The good:

  • Roomy, comfortable seating
  • Ride quality
  • Automated parking option

The bad:

  • Wide turning circle
  • Mushy braking feel
  • Short cargo area

4 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • Sync 3 multimedia system available
  • Choice of V-6 engines, including a turbo version
  • Seats six or seven in three rows
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Inflatable second-row seat belts available

2017 Ford Flex review: Our expert's take


What it is: The Flex is one of three Ford SUVs that offer three rows of seats, along with the Explorer and Expedition. The Flex seats six or seven people depending on the configuration, and it competes with the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.


 


Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available. A 287-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 is standard, and the all-wheel-drive Limited trim level is available with a 365-hp, twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6.


There are no major changes.

Significant Standard Features
  • 287-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
  • Six-speed automatic transmission
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Backup camera
  • Cruise control
  • Power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • Roll stability control
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
  • 365-hp, twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 (Limited AWD)
  • All-wheel drive
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Power-folding third-row seat
  • Power liftgate
  • Push-button start
  • Sync 3 multimedia system
  • Navigation system
  • Automated parallel parking system
  • Inflatable seat belts in second row
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Forward collision warning

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.9
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.9
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.9

Most recent consumer reviews

5.0

Flex

I love my flex! It’s very stylish and comfortable driving it is a breeze and to beat it all the room is amazing. My kids love all the moon roofs. The heard stearin wheel was a bonus the heated and cooled seats also a plus!

5.0

Great first car from dealership

Its amazing its smooth running has lots of plus features amazing car its the first car ive had new and off a dealership parking lot

5.0

Pleasure to drive

This vehicle has met all of out expectations. It has great legroom, passenger and driver visibility, and hauling capacity. Comfort and hauling capacity are our top most important needs.

See all 47 consumer reviews

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Ford Blue Advantage Blue
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion
60 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain
60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance
60 months/60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
90-Day/4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Powertrain
Available
Dealer certification required
139-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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