The Ford Flex combines characteristics from both a minivan and SUV making it a very rare crossover that is ideal for a vast number of drivers. Unveiled in 2005 the Flex hit the road in 2008 replacing the Ford Freestar becoming the star of Ford’s ‘electrify the night’ movement.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 SEL offers everything you love about the SE, plus: Ford SYNC, dual-zone climate control, AM/FM/CD/MP3 six-disc changer, SIRIUS satellite radio, power heated mirrors, woodgrain accents, universal garage door opener, cargo net, and eighteen-inch finished aluminum rims.
The Flex Titanium has everything the Limited includes, plus: charcoal black leather-trimmed seats, illuminated scruff plates, unique blackout treatment for headlights and taillights, fog lamps, three-bar unique grille, black painted roof, and 20-inch polished alloy wheels.
The Ford Flex has everything you could ask for in a crossover SUV, the interior features include: 6-way power, heated passenger seat fold-flat front passenger seatback, dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control, Sony® Audio System with 12 Speakers, overhead console with map lights and sunglass holder, reading lamps for 2nd and 3rd-row passengers, cargo lamp over 3rd-row, 110V inverter, solar-tinted front windows and windshield, analog gauges, analog clock, heated front seats, and power window switch bezel.
When it comes to power and handling the Flex will not let you down; with a 3.5L DOHC, twenty-four-valve Duratec® V6 motor, six-speed automatic transmission, Front Wheel Drive, independent front and rear suspension, AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™, 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System, and power rack-and-pinion steering.
The Flex has many exterior features including, a power liftgate, High Intensity Discharge headlamps, fog lamps with black bezel, bright polished dual exhaust tips, black belt line molding on sides and liftgate, security approach lamps, 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 Passenger Sensing System, Safety Canopy® System, perimeter anti-theft alarm, SecuriCode™ Keyless Entry Keypad on driver’s door, and illuminated entry with theater dimming lighting.
Family shoppers with a need to haul both kids and cargo, but have a desire to stay away from the old-fashioned 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 features like Sync and Active Park Assist will appeal to consumers of the newest automotive technology.