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Ford Flex - What the Auto Press Says
The all-new Flex, Ford's largest crossover yet, has generated plenty of positive press since it began making the rounds at auto shows as the Fairlane concept in 2005. Test drives live up to the hype and prove that the Flex is a great alternative for families who want minivan features but not minivan styling.
"Overall, the Flex is an impressive package," says Automobile Magazine. "It takes the quirky, modern designs of the Mini Cooper and Scion xB, then manages to squeeze six or seven people (two interiors will be offered) inside the thing with nearly endless headroom." In its short time on the market, the Flex has already racked up several honors. It was one of Road & Travel's top three nominees for 2009 International Car of the Year and one of Automobile Magazine's 2009 All-Stars. It's also a Wheels Media Urban Truck of the Year finalist and a Consumer Guide "Recommended" pick.
The Flex is the first Ford vehicle to feature the new capless fuel-filler system. It comes standard with front-wheel drive, while the higher trim levels have optional all-wheel drive. It's available in several trims -- the base SE, SEL, and top-of-the-line Limited.
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- "Reading between the lines, or maybe between the grooves, the new Ford Flex has 'road trip' written all over it." -- AutoWeek
- "We're not necessarily ready to say we love the thing, but we do like it. We are impressed with many aspects of it, and fortunately, we think they are aspects that count -- i.e., features that help it carry a bunch of people and things in comfort and with reasonable economy." -- Car and Driver
- "The 2009 Ford Flex can match the people- and cargo-carrying capacity of minivans and big SUVs, while offering an aggressive character all its own." -- AutoMedia.com
- "With its unique looks, excellent cabin tech, and spacious interior, the 2009 Ford Flex makes for a family vacation cruiser that you can be proud of." -- CNET
- "Unlike recently introduced Fords that were long on function and short on style, Flex has both, in spades. While styling is subjective, Flex's spacious cabin and cargo area meet high objective standards. Add to the mix good handling and sufficient power and you have a people mover that merits Consumer Guide Recommended status." -- Consumer Guide
- "What the company has done so far with this vehicle is admirable. It handles night running on Angola Road with confidence and aplomb, even under the weight of yet another load from Home Depot. I just wish it were designed to make even fewer stops at the fuel pump." -- Washington Post
Flex Performance - 7.7 (Good)
Reviewers praise the Flex's powerful V6 engine and smooth ride. However, the driving experience is a bit too predictable for most test drivers and leaves something to be desired. "The Flex makes for a great city cruiser and highway people hauler, but performance-wise it's proportionately challenged," says MSN. A plus is that the Flex can tow up to 4,500 pounds. Read More
Flex Exterior - 8.5 (Very Good)
Auto writers are nearly unanimous in their praise for the 2009 Ford Flex's looks, and are especially appreciative of its distinctive design. "This is a vehicle whose looks we get excited about," says Car and Driver. "A nearly perfect doppelgänger for the Fairlane concept shown at the Detroit show in 2005, the Flex sits ramrod upright, with four strakes along its flanks, tinted glass all around, and a body-color top or a Mini-esque contrasting top that will be available in white or silver." Read More
Flex Interior - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2009 Ford Flex can seat up to seven in a versatile interior. Standout features are its flat-folding seats, spacious third row, and long list of options. Automobile Magazine reports, "As far as buzz-inspiring features go (it wouldn't be a new American car without at least three,) Ford's Sync system leads off the list, offering Bluetooth, a music-holding hard drive, and voice recognition software. In six-passenger versions, a refrigerator will be offered between the second row captain's chairs." But a few reviewers are disappointed with materials quality and front-seat comfort. Read More
Flex Safety - 9.9 (Excellent)
The 2009 Ford Flex does very well in federal government crash tests and is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety "Top Safety Pick." The Flex comes with standard Roll Stability Control and three-row side and side-curtain air bags. Read More
Flex Reliability - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2009 Ford Flex reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Flex comes with Ford's five-year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Read More
