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Model Strengths:
Room for seven passengers; available all-wheel drive; good power from a 3.5L V6; continues Ford's aggressive styling language.
Model Changes:
The Ford Flex crossover is an all-new model for 2009 and is something of a departure for Ford. Not a sedan, not really a minivan, and not quite an SUV either, the Flex-as its name suggests-is a little of all three.The Flex is based on the Fairlane concept of 2005 and shares its 262-horsepower 3.5L Duratec V6 and six-speed automatic with the Ford Edge, but the similarities end there. The Flex has an unmistakable upright look that makes it distinctive and appealing from any angle.Inside, the Flex features cool available options like programmable ambient lighting, Ford's Sync voice-activated infotainment system, an enormous moonroof, and a second-row mini-fridge.Prices range from $28,295 to $36,555.
Model Value:
The Ford Flex is one of the most exciting designs to come from the Blue Oval in a long time. With room for seven adults, you can carry all your friends. With those seats folded flat, interior space is a cavernous 83.2 cubic feet, so the versatility should appeal to just about everyone. With loads of standard features, plenty of cool optional ones, and a towing capacity of 4,000 pounds when properly equipped, the 2009 Ford Flex is a do-anything, go-anywhere people mover.
Model Overview:
When Ford introduced the Fairlane concept at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, it caused quite a stir. The company wasted no time in moving the vehicle from dream to reality, and it has lost little on its way to production. The result is a crossover with bold styling that delivers a strong aesthetic appeal.Like the Ford Edge, the 2009 Ford Flex rides on the excellent Mazda6 platform and makes use of the same 262-horsepower 3.5L Duratec V6 that delivers 248 ft-lb of torque. Power is put to the wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Unlike truck-based vehicles, the Flex incorporates a fully independent suspension.The Flex is available in three trim levels-SE, SEL, and Limited. The SE comes in front-wheel-drive only, while the SEL and Limited are available with full-time automatic all-wheel drive.In the SE you get standard air conditioning, leather steering wheel with audio controls, remote entry, a six-way power driver's seat, an MP3-compatible CD player, and power mirrors, windows, and locks.The SEL adds a premium Sony stereo with six-disc CD changer, heated mirrors, ten-way adjustability to the driver's seat and six adjustments for the front passenger. Also included is a universal garage door opener and dual automatic climate control.In Limited trim, the Flex offers a power liftgate, power adjustable pedals, a wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, Ford's Sync voice-activated information and entertainment system, and driver-side memory for the seat, mirrors and pedals.Standard seating across the range includes front buckets with a fold-flat passenger seat, while the second-row is a 60/40 split folding bench and the third row is a 50/50 disappearing split bench. This allows for seven-passenger comfort. Optional seating includes second-row captain's chairs with a console.Popular options packages include a Convenience Package for the SEL, which features adjustable pedals, a driver memory system, a 110-volt outlet, and a power liftgate. A two-tone roof, power sunroof, and DVD entertainment are available on the SEL and Limited. When equipped with second-row captain's chairs, a center refrigerated console can be specified. Navigation with a rearview camera is available on the Limited only, while Sync can be ordered on any Flex.Standard safety features in the Flex include front air bags, side-impact air bags for front passengers, and side-curtain air bags for all three rows of seats, which will deploy in a rollover situation. Also available is electronic roll stability control, which sense rollovers before they occur and serves to avoid them. Traction control is standard across the line.
Vehicle Details
Base MSRP:
Base Invoice:
Destination:
Manufacturer Code:
$28,550.00
$26,842.00
$775.00
K51
Model:
Style:
Market Class:
Body Type:
Flex
4dr FWD
2WD Sport Utility Vehicles
4dr Car
| EMISSIONS | Invoice | MSRP |
| STANDARD EMISSIONS | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *Required on units for CA, CT, ME, MA, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT or WA registration. Optional for Cross-Border States* | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED (REQ: Standard Emissions) *For units shipped or sold to California Emissions States dealers for registration out of state* *In Maine, Vermont & Rhode Island, dealers cannot order vehicles for customers in non-California Emission State locations (except Public Service/Emergency Vehicles)* | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STATES PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION (REQ: 423 Emissions) *Only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies* | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| NON-CALIFORNIA/NON-CROSS-BORDER STATES DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA STATES REGISTRATION (REQ: 422 Emissions) *Required on all units ordered by dealers for California Emissions States registrations when the vehicles are being delivered to non-California Emissions, non-Cross-Border States locations* | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ENGINE | Invoice | MSRP |
| 3.5L V6 DURATEC ENGINE (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRANSMISSION | Invoice | MSRP |
| 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SERIES ORDER CODE | Invoice | MSRP |
| SE SERIES ORDER CODE | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TIRES | Invoice | MSRP |
| P235/60R18 BSW TIRES (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| P235/60R17 BSW TIRES & 17" ALUMINUM WHEELS (Available in snow states only) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SEATING ARRANGEMENT | Invoice | MSRP |
| 7-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 2nd row 60/40 split bench seating (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 6-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 2nd row 40/40 reclining seats | $654.00 | $770.00 |
| PAINT | Invoice | MSRP |
| SOLID PAINT (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SEAT TYPE | Invoice | MSRP |
| CLOTH SEAT TRIM | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TOP COLOR | Invoice | MSRP |
| MONOCHROMATIC ROOF (STD) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| WHITE SUEDE TWO-TONE ROOF | $336.00 | $395.00 |
| BRILLIANT SILVER TWO-TONE ROOF | $336.00 | $395.00 |
| ADDITIONAL OPTIONS | Invoice | MSRP |
| TRAILER TOW PKG CLASS III -inc: receiver hitch, wiring harness w/4/7 pin connector, engine oil cooler, tire mobility kit | $484.00 | $570.00 |
| ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS -inc: black 1st/2nd row mats | $64.00 | $75.00 |
| AM/FM 6-CD/MP3 6-SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM -inc: SIRIUS radio (6 months programming where available) | $366.00 | $430.00 |
| SYNC VOICE ACTIVATED COMMUNICATIONS & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack | $336.00 | $395.00 |
| BLACK ROOF RACK SIDE RAILS | $85.00 | $100.00 |
| POWERCODE REMOTE START SYSTEM (LPO) | $251.00 | $295.00 |
| PRICED DORA | $0.00 | $0.00 |
2009 Flex 4dr SE FWD OVERVIEW
Base MSRP:
Base Invoice:
Destination:
Manufacturer Code:
$28,550.00
$26,842.00
$775.00
K51
Model:
Style:
Market Class:
Body Type:
Flex
4dr FWD
2WD Sport Utility Vehicles
4dr Car
Selected Options
Automobile Lease financing available on all makes and models. Monthly lease payments for a 2009 Ford Flex of $362 for 60 months based on Net. Cap. Cost of $26,807 (Total lease payments are $18,100). Excludes tax, title, license, and registration fees. Lease financing subject to change prior to lease agreement, based on credit approval. Financial Lending Institution, Dealer, and Manufacture contribution may affect lease terms. Lessee must cover insurance and all items not covered under the Manufactures Maintenance Program or Financial Lending Institution. After six months lessee has the right to assume vehicle to a third party for lease or sale on approved credit*. At lease end, lessee will be liable for any excess wear and use as set forth in the lease agreement and excess mileage charges. Mileage charges vary depending on financial lending institution per mile for miles driven in excess of lease contract agreement. Purchase option at lease end*. Contact for details and vehicle availability. For more information call 949-574-8484. Special lease rates and pricing may not be reflected throughout www.theleaseoutlet.com. All figures presented are estimates only. Actual leasing price may vary. All maintenance covered in manufactures maintenance program must be performed by an authorized manufacture center. Contact for Service and Warranty information for more details and specific terms, conditions and limitations.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Overview
It wasn't too long ago that minivans reigned supreme as the go-to choice of growing families across the country. In recent years, however, minivan sales have declined due to the arrival of seven-passenger crossover SUVs, which allow moms and dads to look and feel a little more stylish while transporting their broods. These crossovers don't offer as much utility, however. So what if an automaker attempted to marry the "cool factor" of a crossover SUV and the unbeatable practicality of a minivan's shoebox-like shape? The result would probably end up something like the 2009 Ford Flex Lease.
With styling inspired by vintage vacuum cleaners and an overall shape that resembles a super-sized cross between a first-generation Scion xB and a Mini Cooper Clubman, it's safe to say there's nothing else quite like the Ford Flex on the road today. Though the Flex shares its underpinnings and powertrain with the capable but anonymously styled Taurus X, its daring design sets it apart from the legions of look-alike crossovers roaming our roads. Fortunately for Ford, the Flex's appeal is much more than skin-deep. For example, it offers one of the highest-quality interiors we've seen from Ford in a long time, replete with plentiful soft-touch surfaces and an expensive-looking design. Ford's innovative Sync MP3 player and phone interface system is also available, as is a Vista sunroof, which consists of four fixed glass panels that brighten up the cabin for second- and third-row occupants. Add a reasonably powerful 3.5-liter V6 to the mix, along with available all-wheel drive, and you've got all the ingredients of a crowd-pleasing people mover.
Featuring conventional rear doors instead of the maximally convenient sliding variety, the Flex lease nonetheless constitutes a compelling package for families who just can't stomach the idea of rolling in a blatantly utilitarian conveyance. Seven adults can fit comfortably inside its elongated cabin, and access to the third row is a cinch with the optional power-folding second-row seats, though a bit of a pain without them. The second-row seats also slide fore and aft, while an optional refrigerator inside the rear console keeps perishables cool while driving. With the rear seats flipped down and the second row flipped forward, the Flex offers a large cargo area, though minivans are still considerably more capacious.
It's hard to predict whether the new Ford Flex lease will be a success, but Ford deserves credit for boldly bringing such an unconventional yet well-thought-out offering into the marketplace. In theory, the Flex should appeal to any family looking for a winning combination of panache and practicality. We suggest that consumers looking at either a minivan or a large crossover SUV give it strong consideration.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2009 Ford Flex lease crossover wagon is offered in three different trim levels. The base SE is only available with front-wheel drive and comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, rear park assist, a 60/40-split second-row bench, a 50/50-split third-row bench that folds into the floor, rear climate controls, a power driver seat and a six-speaker CD stereo with an auxiliary audio jack. The midlevel SEL, available with either front- or all-wheel drive, adds upgraded exterior trim and 18-inch wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, power heated front seats, leather upholstery (vinyl for the third row) and a 10-speaker stereo with satellite radio. The top-of-the-line Flex Limited, also available with either front- or all-wheel drive, boasts 19-inch wheels, xenon headlights, a power liftgate, power-adjustable pedals, a memory function for the driver seat, perforated leather upholstery and Ford's exclusive Microsoft-developed Sync multimedia interface.
Many of the Limited's features are available as options on the SEL, and the Sync system is also optional on the SE. Additional options include second-row captain's chairs (heated on the Limited), the four-panel Vista sunroof, a towing package, keyless ignition/entry and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system. The Limited can be equipped with a touchscreen navigation system featuring voice recognition, an integrated back-up camera and Sirius Travel Link, which provides real-time traffic, weather and other information. A white- or silver-painted roof is also available.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Powertrains and Performance
The Flex lease is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 that churns out 262 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is the only available transmission. The Flex is either front- or all-wheel drive, although the latter is available only on the SEL and Limited. We managed a respectable 8.8-second 0-60 gallop in the AWD Flex. EPA fuel economy for the front-wheel-drive Flex is 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined, which is on par with GM's full-size crossovers. Opting for AWD drops those numbers by about 1 mpg.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Safety
Standard safety features on the 2009 Ford Flex lease include antilock brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Interior Design and Special Features
The Lease a2009 Ford Flex's interior quality is top-notch, with abundant soft-touch materials and an attractive, upscale design. The spacious layout affords true seven-passenger seating even the third row is hospitable for full-size adults, offering surprisingly generous leg- and headroom, although the second-row seat tracks impinge on third-row foot room, and the third-row armrests aren't padded like the others. The available Microsoft Sync system imbues the Flex with a high-tech character, offering trick features like advanced voice-recognition software for MP3 players as well as cell phones. Other intriguing options such as the Vista roof, Sirius Travel Link and rear-console refrigerator extend the Flex's appeal.
One notable misstep, however, is the Flex's lack of a telescoping steering column -- an inexcusable omission at this price point. Our longer-legged editors found that they had to adopt a straight-armed driving position in order to reach the wheel. Also, the Flex's seats may be on the narrow side for larger folks. Moreover, the Flex's maximum cargo capacity of 83 cubic feet, which is more than adequate for most purposes, is smaller than GM's large crossovers and positively dwarfed by that of any minivan.
2009 Ford Flex Lease- Driving Impressions
On the road, the 2009 Ford Flex lease gets the job done in a competent if uninvolving way. Though its prodigious length is always apparent, the Flex handles securely for such a large vehicle, albeit with a fair amount of play in the steering. The suspension provides a forgiving ride, cushioning impacts with impressive refinement. While acceleration is adequate overall, the 3.5-liter V6 feels rather soft off the line. The long-travel brake pedal doesn't necessarily inspire confidence, but our AWD test vehicle stopped from 60 mph in a satisfactory 128 feet
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