| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Flex |
| Style | SEL 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A) |
| Base MSRP | $36,945 |
| As-tested MSRP | $36,945 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | All-wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3,496cc (213 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.0 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,200 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 355 @ 5,700 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 350 @ 3,500 |
| Transmission type | 6-speed automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I=4.48:1; II=2.87:1; III=1.84:1; IV=1.41:1;V=1:1; VI=0.74:1; R=2.88:1; Final Drive=3.16:1 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | Independent, MacPherson struts, lower control arms and stabilizer bar |
| Suspension, rear | Independent, multilink, lower control arms and stabilizer bar |
| Steering type | Electric speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 17:1 |
| Tire brand | Goodyear |
| Tire model | Eagle RS-A |
| Tire type | All-season |
| Tire size, front | P255/45R20 T |
| Tire size, rear | P255/45R20 T |
| Wheel size | 20 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Disc |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.2 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 6.6 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 9.6 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 14.7 @ 95.1 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 6.2 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 31 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 128 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 60.6 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.76 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 40.0 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 73.1 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 62.5 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | Interestingly, the Flex's brakes don't have the power to hold back all of its engine's yank. Forget about a really good brake torque launch. Also, paddles don't bring any speed or accuracy to shifts. Best run in "D." |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Pedal went from soft to squishy in only a few runs. Overall, not a good sign for a long mountain road descent. |
| Handling rating | Average |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: (Traction Control off/Stability Control on) Aggressive stability control means skid pad is a matter of wooding the throttle and steering, nothing more. Slalom: Non-defeat stability control forces smooth transitions or punishes severely. Maintain a constant throttle position and go easy on the wheel and it intervenes only rarely. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft.) | 2,518 |
| Temperature (°F) | 71.12 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 4.38 head |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 16 city/22 highway |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 18.6 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 4,839 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 4,819 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 56/44 |
| Length (in.) | 201.8 |
| Width (in.) | 75.9 |
| Height (in.) | 68.0 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 11709 |
| Track, front (in.) | 65.4 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 65.4 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 40.7 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 40.8 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 44.3 |
| Legroom, 3rd row (in.) | 33.3 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 41.8 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 40.5 |
| Headroom, 3rd row (in.) | 38.7 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 58.4 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 58.1 |
| Shoulder room, 3rd row (in.) | 50.8 |
| Seating capacity | 7 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 20.0 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 83.2 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front, rear and third row |
| Knee airbags | Not available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Rollover protection | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | 5 stars |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | 4 stars |
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