The Ford Flex: Today’s Family Crossover Wagon
The Ford Flex combines features from both a minivan and SUV making it a very unique crossover that is perfect for a large number of drivers. Unveiled in 2005 the Flex rolled off the assembly line in 2008 replacing the Ford Freestar becoming the star of Ford’s ‘electrify the night’ campaign.If you are looking to buy the Ford Flex Houston drivers recommend going to Russell & Smith Ford. They have the biggest stock of Ford Houston, Chevrolet, Dodge and Nissian than any other Ford dealership near Houston.
The Flex is offered in 4 trim levels: SE, SEL, Limited, and Titanium.
The SE is equipped with a 3.5L V6 24-valve Duratec motor, MyKey, AdvanceTrac with roll stability control, reverse sensing system, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, fold-flat front passenger seatback, climate control with rear auxilary controls, and 17-inch painted alloy rims.
The Flex Titanium has all the features the Limited offers, plus: charcoal black leather-trimmed seats, illuminated scruff plates, unique blackout treatment for headlights and taillights, fog lamps, 3-bar unique grille, black painted roof, and twenty-inch polished aluminum rims.
The Ford Flex has everything you could ask for in a crossover SUV, the interior options include: SIRIUS® Satellite Radio, MyKey™, Ice Blue™ interior lighting ambient lighting, leather-wrapped shifter knob, Circle Check appliqué on IP and door inserts, sliding front visors with dual-illuminated vanity mirrors, electrochromic (auto-dimming) rearview mirror, laminated front door glass, 10 cup/bottle holders, illuminated scuff plates with stainless steel accents, coat hooks in 2nd-row, map pockets on front seatbacks, and power window switch bezel.
When it comes to power and handling the Flex will not sell you short; with a 3.5L DOHC, twenty-four-valve Duratec® V6 motor, 6-speed automatic transmission, Front Wheel Drive, independent front and rear suspension, AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™, four-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System, and power rack-and-pinion steering.
The Flex has many exterior features including, Reverse Sensing System, High Intensity Discharge headlamps, unique blackout treatment for headlamps and tail lamps, black painted roof, grooved door panels, and a unique greenhouse FLEX badge on leading edge of the hood.
The Ford Flex is without a doubt built with safety in mind; safety features include, front seat-mounted side airbags, remote keyless entry, SecuriCode™ Keyless Entry Keypad on driver’s door, and illuminated entry with theater dimming lighting.
Family drivers with a need to carry both people and cargo, but have a desire to avoid the drab minivan, should strongly consider the Ford Flex. The new EcoBoost drivetrain and Trailer Sway Control option expand the Flex’s sporty character and functionality, while high-tech upgrades like Sync and Active Park Assist will appeal to fans of the latest automotive technology.
