2009 Used Ford Flex Manchester

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The Ford Flex was first rolled out in 2009 as a large, stylish and capable crossover vehicle that can carry six or seven passengers and a fair amount of cargo in luxury and comfort. The Flex shines as both a family hauler, a weekend vehicle, and a commuter, as it is easy to access, easy to use, easy to drive over short and long distances, and comfortable for everyone. Flex may at heart be a functional people and cargo-carrier, but it's certainly not shy when it comes to exterior design. There's design everywhere, both in the overall look of the vehicle and in the details. A fair amount of brightwort, just short of bling, sets Flex apart and communicates upscale intentions. The cabin of the Flex is rich and inviting. Color coordination is carefully managed. Materials, plastics, fabrics, leathers and carpets, are well matched with textures and sheen is nicely controlled. Class leading seven-passenger seating is standard on all trim levels. Available features include the SYNC communication and entertainment system, a Multi-Panel Vista Roof, interior refrigerator, and capless fueling. Standard safety features include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, stability and roll control, six airbags, and a tire pressure monitor.

Ford Flex Power for '09

The 2009 Ford Flex comes in three trim levels. All come with a 262-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. A choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is available.The Flex uses a capless fueling system designed to reduce emissions from evaporating gas during fill-ups. The V6 with double overhead-cams has more than adequate power for normal driving conditions, plus sufficient torque to either tow a 2000?pound load in standard guise or a 4500-pound load with optional trailer towing package. A newly designed six-speed automatic transmission does its job efficiently and well. Out on the open road or in congested traffic, the Flex provides plenty of comfort and capability.

Design of the Used Ford Flex

The exterior design is distinctive from others in its class, in a good way.The '09 Flex rides relatively low to the ground and has an upright three-bar grille. Its pillars are finished in piano black, which gives the roof a floating appearance, like some of Land Rover's SUVs. Buyers can choose a white or silver roof if they don't want a body-colored one. The Ford Flex is a seven-passenger crossover wagon with a boxy body designed to maximize interior volume and style. Although it wears Ford's signature three-bar chrome grille, the Flex features unique touches like grooved door panels, a silver-accented tailgate and Mini-like contrasting roof colors to give it a unique sense of fashion. Plus, interesting features like the four-panel Vista sunroof and Sync voice-command electronics system give the Flex both fun and practical features unavailable in most of its rivals. Height is an important design element. Flex is taller than most station wagons, but significantly lower than such traditional SUVs as Explorer and Expedition. Unlike traditional SUVs, the Flex roof is about at your eyeline, not above your eyeline. When you look at Flex from up-close, you're looking across to it, not up at it.

2009 Ford Flex Cabin

The inside of the Flex is filled with clever details and surprise-and-delight features. High-tech touches abound. For families who need a large vehicle, the Ford Flex offers everything you would want in the way of a satisfying and rewarding vehicle to own and drive. The interior has an upscale appearance and easy-to-use controls, especially with the optional touchscreen navigation system. In terms of functionality, the Flex features three spacious rows of seats. Even the rearmost seats can comfortably accommodate those taller than 6 feet. Entry and exit to those seats are eased by the Flex's low ride height and the second row that can tumble forward at the push of button. Both back rows fold flat for cargo storage. The impression of comfort and luxury is reinforced by large door openings and excellent entry-egress to all three seat rows. Seats, particularly the front seats, are chair height, which means you slide across as opposed to jumping up or squatting down to sit. Behind the third-row seat is a small cargo area about the size and shape of what you might find in a minivan. This is accessed through a swing-up one-piece tailgate. The load floor is carved into a recessed well, which keeps cargo in place and prevents things spilling out but.

Lineup of the Ford Flex

Flex SE comes standard with cloth seating surfaces, single-zone air conditioning, seven-passenger capacity (2-3-2 seating), six-way power driver seat, manual tilt steering wheel with hub-mount audio and cruise controls, fog lights, power door locks with autolock, power mirrors with manual-folding bezels, remote keyless entry, retained power, AM/FM/CD six-speaker audio with MP3 compatibility, center-stack screen display (for audio, compass, temperature), message center with trip computer, front-row center console, 10 cup holders/bottle holders, power windows, carpeted floor mats, rear privacy glass, three 12-volt power outlets, 235/60R18 BSW tires, and 18-inch painted alloy wheels.

Flex SEL adds bright exterior trim, 18-inch machined alloy wheels, dual-zone A/C, Sony AM/FM/6-CD/MP3/satellite radio, leather seating surfaces, heated first-row seats, 10-way power driver seat, six-way power passenger seat, universal garage door opener and interior woodgrain trim.

Flex Limited adds HID headlamps, power multi-function door mirrors with puddle illumination, power-opening liftgate, P235/55R19 BSW tires, 19-inch polished alloy wheels, 110-volt power outlet, power-adjustable pedals with memory, ambient lighting, second-row footrests, perforated leather seating surfaces (for first and second rows), first-row memory seats and Microsoft SYNC system.

Conclusions

Safety features of the '09 Flex include dual driver/passenger front airbags plus side-impact and safety canopy airbags, dual-stage deployment front airbags, front passenger airbag sensing system, rear door child-safety locks, perimeter alarm, seatbelt pre-tensioners, reverse sensing, passive anti-theft system and tire pressure monitoring system. A wiper-activated automatic headlamp on-off switch and a tire pressure monitoring system come standard. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes (ABS), Advance Trac electronic traction control, RSC Roll Stability Control, yaw control, brake assist, electronic brake force distribution (EBD). Adjustable pedals come on the Limited model to help short and tall drivers achieve the ideal driving position. All-wheel drive is available for the SEL and Limited for improved safety in adverse weather. The rearview camera that comes with the Limited navigation system greatly enhances safety for its ability to help the driver spot children and adults behind the vehicle when backing up. For any consumer looking for unique, but pleasing, style and an impressive interior space, the 2009 Ford Flex is worth a look. For the latest updates on the newest Ford Flex, visit the official Ford Flex website.

Some information for this review was obtained from NewCarTestDrive.com.