2019 Ford Flex

What Is the 2019 Ford Flex?

The Flex is one of three Ford crossovers and SUVs with three rows of seats (the Explorer and Expedition are the other two). Depending on the configuration, the Flex seats six or seven people. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available, and a 287-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 is standard. The all-wheel-drive Limited trim offers an available 365-hp, twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6. The Flex competes with the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.

What’s New on the 2019 Ford Flex?

Active park assist, which helps with parallel and perpendicular parking, is now a stand-alone option. A universal garage door opener is standard in Limited versions and available on the SEL.

What Features in the 2019 Ford Flex Are Most Important?

The Flex is sold in three trims: SE, SEL and Limited. Standard features on the SE include manual air conditioning, cloth seats, a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a 60/40-split, folding second-row bench seat, a 50/50-split, folding third row, Sync multimedia and 17-inch aluminum wheels.

Uplevel options include a power liftgate, panoramic glass roof, power-adjustable pedals, navigation, Sony stereo, heated steering wheel, heated and cooled front seats, and a power-folding third row. Available active safety features include blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning. Inflatable second-row seat belts are optional.

Should I Buy the 2019 Ford Flex?

With its wagonlike shape and lower ride height, the Flex is an outlier in the world of three-row crossover SUVs. It offers a comfortable cabin and good ride quality, but it’s now in its 11th model year; it hasn’t seen a significant revamp since its 2009 debut. Still, if you don’t want a minivan but aren’t a fan of traditional SUVs, either, you might want to check out the Flex.