On US models, reverse cameras were restricted to Limited-trim models. In 2010, a second available engine was added, as a 355 hp twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 became available on SEL and Limited models with all-wheel drive standard. As part of the roof design, Ford offered three colors for the roof paint: silver, black, white/cream, and body-color. It was available in six- or seven-passenger seating configurations, the latter having a bench seat for the second row. As with other Ford cars, there was an SE base model, mid-level SEL, and top-trim Limited. Model history 2009–2012 Īt its 2009 introduction, the Flex was launched with three trim levels. The all-wheel drive system is capable of transferring up to 100% of torque to the front or rear axle as needed. The standard engine was a naturally-aspirated Duratec V6 initially producing 262 hp, the engine was increased in output to 287 hp for 2013.Īs an option for all-wheel drive vehicles, a twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 produced 355 hp, increased to 365 hp for 2013. The Ford Flex is powered by two different 3.5 L V6 engines, both paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Flex was designed with an independent rear suspension system and a traction control system called AdvanceTrac. The model line was offered with front-wheel drive as standard, with all-wheel drive as an option. The Ford Flex was based on the Ford D4 chassis architecture, a version of the D3 platform re-engineered for use for multiple wheelbases. Car Design News said the styling referenced "a previous era without resorting to obvious retro styling cues." Design overview To visually lower the exterior, the Flex was designed with a "floating roof" all the roof pillars were painted black with a white-painted roof (the latter, similar to the Mini). Styled by former Volvo designer Peter Horbury, the Flex was distinguished by its straight-lined exterior, adding horizontal grooves in the doors and tailgate (evoking a Woodie). While replacing the Freestar minivan, the design abandoned sliding doors for front-hinged doors, in line with a station wagon. The vehicle was increased in size, shifting from the CD3 chassis to the full-size D4 platform. Along with the name change, several extensive changes were made from the Fairlane concept, while the styling was largely left intact. The concept vehicle was approved for 2009 production as the Ford Flex. When the doors were closed, the configuration appeared similar to a production minivan. The rear passenger doors of the Fairlane were rear-hinged this configuration was chosen to provide better interior views when on display.
Derived from the mid-size Ford CD3 platform (to be used by the 2006 Ford Fusion sedan), the vehicle was a 3-row MPV with multiple distinctive styling elements. The Flex was marketed in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Middle East.Ģ005 Ford Fairlane concept at 2005 Chicago Auto ShowĪt the 2005 Chicago Auto Show, Ford unveiled the Ford Fairlane concept vehicle. The D4 chassis was also shared by the 2011-2019 Explorer and the Lincoln MKT while sharing no body panels, the MKT served as a direct counterpart of the Flex.įrom June 2008 until its withdrawal, the Ford Flex was manufactured by Ford Canada at Oakville Assembly ( Oakville, Ontario) the Flex and the Lincoln MKT were produced alongside the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX (today, Lincoln Nautilus). The model line is based on the Ford D4 chassis architecture, a flexible-wheelbase variant of the Ford D3 platform. Introduced in 2005 as a concept vehicle, the Flex shifted body configurations from an MPV to a 5-door wagon for production to better meet consumer demand. Slightly larger than its predecessor, the Flex was sized alongside the full-sized Ford Explorer in the Ford model line, being marginally longer, yet not as tall as the Explorer. Introduced as the successor to the Ford Taurus X, the model line also functionally replaced the Ford Freestar minivan. The Ford Flex is a full-size crossover SUV or MPV that was manufactured by the Ford Motor Company a single generation was produced from the 2009 to 2019 model years. Canada: Oakville, Ontario ( Oakville Assembly)
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