Ford Flex
2016–2019 model years · Generation introduced 2013
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- Available years
- 2016–2019
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $9,813–$15,175
The overview
The 2013 Flex update brought the addition of variable cam timing to the 3.5-liter V6. This bumps horsepower from 262 to 287. A self-parking system, capable of easily and accurately slotting the Flex into a tight parallel parking space, is offered as an option. Overall, the Flex rides well and is commendably quiet. Rear-seat room is cavernous, with a usable third-row seat and generous cargo space. But handling is clumsy and a large turning circle, along with limited rear visibility, hampers maneuverability. Antilock brakes and ESC are standard, collision warning and blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert are optional.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $15,175 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 18 MPG |
| 2018 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $12,300 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 18 MPG |
| 2017 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $11,050 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 19 MPG |
| 2016 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $9,813 | 2/5 | 4/5 | 19 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2019 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $15,175
- Retail value range
- $12,625 - $17,350
- Original MSRP range
- $30,575 - $43,590
- Trade-in range
- $9,295 - $14,635
Ratings
- Road test score
- 73/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 80%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 18 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,820 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,160 lb
- Towing capacity
- 4,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 6.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 7.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 47.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 13251 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2018 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2018 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $12,300
- Retail value range
- $10,950 - $13,075
- Original MSRP range
- $30,285 - $43,295
- Trade-in range
- $7,660 - $9,700
Ratings
- Road test score
- 73/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 76%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 22 MPG
- EPA combined
- 18 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,820 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,160 lb
- Towing capacity
- 4,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 6.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 7.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 47.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 12043 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2017 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $11,050
- Retail value range
- $9,375 - $12,225
- Original MSRP range
- $30,025 - $43,030
- Trade-in range
- $6,130 - $8,865
Ratings
- Road test score
- 73/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 80%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 23 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,820 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,160 lb
- Towing capacity
- 4,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 6.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 7.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 47.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 4/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 10567 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2016 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2016 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large SUVs
- Generation began
- 2013
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $9,813
- Retail value range
- $8,325 - $10,900
- Original MSRP range
- $29,710 - $42,710
- Trade-in range
- $5,125 - $7,615
Ratings
- Road test score
- 73/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 79%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 23 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 25 MPG
- Tested overall
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 80 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,820 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,160 lb
- Towing capacity
- 4,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 6.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 7.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 47.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 2997 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
