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Used 2018 Ford Flex Wagon Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Ford Flex is a large crossover/wagon that can seat either six or seven passengers and is available in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels. The standard engine is a 3.5-liter V6 (287 horsepower, 254 pound-feet of torque) that is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels. All-wheel drive is available for the SEL and Limited trims. The Limited trim is also eligible for a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (365 hp and 350 lb-ft) with standard all-wheel drive.

Standard feature highlights for the SE trim include 17-inch wheels, rear parking sensors, heated side mirrors, rear privacy glass, a keyless-entry keypad, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a six-way power driver seat (with manual recline), 60/40-split folding second-row seats with an auto-folding passenger side, 50/50-split folding third-row seats, a rearview camera, Bluetooth, a 4.2-inch central display screen, voice controls, and a six-speaker audio system with a CD player and a USB port.

The SEL adds 18-inch wheels, upgraded brakes, foglights, keyless entry and ignition, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control with manual rear controls, wood-appearance interior trim, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat (with power lumbar adjustment), a six-way power front passenger seat (with manual lumbar adjustment), and the Sync 3 infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen, satellite radio, a second USB port and smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The SEL trim is eligible for the 202A options package, which adds a power liftgate, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, power-adjustable pedals, driver-seat memory settings, leather upholstery (vinyl for the third row), a 110-volt household power outlet and an upgraded seven-speaker audio system.

The range-topping Limited trim includes all of the above plus 19-inch wheels, xenon headlights, LED taillights, power-folding mirrors, automatic wipers, additional metallic exterior trim, upgraded wood interior trim, ambient interior lighting, a navigation system (optional on SEL) and a 12-speaker Sony premium audio system with HD radio. The Limited trim is eligible for the 301A package that adds an automatic parallel parking system, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, a power-adjustable and heated steering wheel, a 10-way power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats and power-folding third-row seats.

Additional options are dependent on trim and include 20-inch wheels, roof rails, a tow package, a panoramic sunroof, black exterior and interior trim, upgraded leather upholstery and inflatable second-row outboard seat belts.

Which Flex trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend the SEL trim as an optimal middle ground both in terms of content and price. We also suggest the 202A options package for its added safety, convenience and luxury features.

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Granada Hills, CA
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Flex SE
Flex SEL
Flex Limited
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SE
3.5L 6cyl 6A
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3.5L 6cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
optional
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Not Available
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
Not Available
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
287 hp @ 6,500 rpm
287 hp @ 6,500 rpm
287 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Engine torque
254 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
254 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
254 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Engine displacement
3.5 l
3.5 l
3.5 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
v6
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/60R17
235/60R18
235/55R19
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
16 / 23 / 19 MPG
16 / 23 / 19 MPG
16 / 23 / 19 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
18.6 gal.
18.6 gal.
18.6 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
298 / 428 miles
298 / 428 miles
298 / 428 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
40.7 ft.
40.7 ft.
40.7 ft.
Curb weight
4,439 lb.
4,439 lb.
4,439 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
88.8 in.
88.8 in.
88.8 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
75.9 in.
75.9 in.
75.9 in.
Height
68.0 in.
68.0 in.
68.0 in.
Length
201.8 in.
201.8 in.
201.8 in.
Wheelbase
117.9 in.
117.9 in.
117.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
20.0 cu. ft.
20.0 cu. ft.
20.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.8 in.
41.8 in.
41.8 in.
Front Leg Room
42.6 in.
42.6 in.
42.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room
58.4 in.
58.4 in.
58.4 in.
Rear Head Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
44.3 in.
44.3 in.
44.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
58.1 in.
58.1 in.
58.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal Black, cloth
Dune, cloth
Dune, leather
Dune, cloth
Charcoal Black, leather
Charcoal Black, cloth
Light Earth Gray Inserts w/Dark Earth Gray Bolsters, leather
Light Earth Gray Inserts w/Dark Earth Gray Bolsters, leather
Dune, leather
Charcoal Black, leather
Exterior
Magnetic Metallic
Shadow Black
Blue Metallic
Oxford White
Ingot Silver Metallic
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Oxford White
Ingot Silver Metallic
Magnetic Metallic
White Gold Metallic
Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Shadow Black
Blue Metallic
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Oxford White
Ingot Silver Metallic
Magnetic Metallic
White Gold Metallic
Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Shadow Black
Blue Metallic