2009 Ford Flex

Guide Note

The 2009 Ford Flex is a crossover mid-size SUV that made its debut at the 2007 New York Auto Show. It was first avaliable for sale in June 2008. The Flex seats seven and features an optional center console with a refrigerator.

Fast Facts

1. Class: Mid-size SUV
2. First sold: 2008
3. Engine: 3.5-liter V6
4. Transmission: Six-speed automatic
5. Fuel efficiency: 16/24 mpg
6. Power: 262 hp at 6250 rpm
7. Torque: 248 pounds per foot at 4500 rpm
8. 0-60: 9.0 seconds
9. Drivetrain: Front-wheel or four-wheel drive
10. Curb weight: 4498 pounds
11. Fuel capacity: 18.6 gallons
12. MSRP: $25,320

"The 2009 Ford Flex is a thoughtfully designed and cool-looking alternative to minivans and seven-passenger crossover SUVs."—Edmunds.com¹

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."—CarAndDriver.com²

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