2013 Ford Flex

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Rating8.6

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Fullsize Wagon
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$30,900 - $43,850
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Spacious and extremely versatile interior

Second row seats don't slide

Receives styling and technology updates

Offers a plethora of advanced driving aids

Inefficient infotainment system

Comes equipped with a more powerful V6 engine and power steering

Features AWD as well as a turbocharged powertrain

Maximum cargo space lower than its rivals'

Titanium trim level has been retired

Specs & Features

$30,900

price

287 hp @ 6250 rpm

horsepower

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact wagon, the 2013 Ford Flex goes up directly against the Kia Soul. If one wants more,, we can consider the Buick Enclave, and the Lincoln MKT. Spread across 3 trims, the Flex starts off at a base price of MSRP $30,900 and carries on to $43,850. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. The standard engine is a 3.5L V6 engine rated for 285 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the Flex gives you a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds. An optional 3.5L turbocharged V6 engine is also offered, with an output of 365 horsepower. A 6-speed Automatic transmission is offered alongside both engines and is available in 6 enticing colors

The "Redline Reviews" reviews the newly released cars and gives you proper walkaround before making a decision on buying a car. It even compares worthy rivals. As for the 2013 Ford Flex "Redline Reviews" feels that "it is better than Ford's own Explorer".

Buying Advice

The 2013 Ford Flex receives a complete styling update and now looks better than ever. This beast is available in 3 trim levels with 2 optional powertrains. When shopping for a Flex, we'd opt for the mid-level SEL trim. This trim would cost you about $35,250 for the AWD version but is worth it if you're looking for better handling. This trim also offers a long list of standard equipment such as fog lights, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver seat with power lumbar, a six-way power front passenger seat, satellite radio, and the MyFord Touch electronics interface.

Trims

    SE
    $30,900 onwards
    • 17-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • 2 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    SEL
    $33,300 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • 3 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Limited
    $39,200 onwards
    • 19-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Navigation system
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

Price

$30,900- $43,850

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.63

Horsepower

365 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

350 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$45,285- $47,280

Gasoline

8.12

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

278 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$28,440- $39,480

Gasoline

7.89

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$27,850- $39,020

Gasoline

8.03

181 hp @ 5800 rpm

182 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

5

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2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7 sec15.5 sec139 mph
    7 sec15.6 sec-
    7.8 sec16.1 sec-
    9.7 sec18.1 sec108 mph

    2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.6 gal.334.8/465 mi.
      20 mpg26 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.354/460.2 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18.6 gal.316.2/465 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg21.7 gal.390.6/520.8 mi.

      2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        201.8 in.75.9 in.68 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        207.6 in.76 in.67.4 in.8 in.117.9 in.

        2013 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet

        Ranked #3

        190.1 in.74.5 in.66.2 in.7.2 in.111.2 in.
        189.9 in.74.1 in.67 in.7.4 in.111.2 in.
        189 in.75 in.63.4 in.8.1 in.109.3 in.

        2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          20 cu.ft.155.8 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
          31.6 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
          36.2 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.
          17.9 cu.ft.142.3 cu.ft.75.9 cu.ft.

          2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            83.1 cu.ft.20 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
            90.4 cu.ft.31.6 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
            70.2 cu.ft.36.2 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.
            15.6 cu.ft.17.9 cu.ft.75.9 cu.ft.

            2013 Ford Flex vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              4500 lbs.-4471 lbs.
              4500 lbs.-4702 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1165 lbs.3889 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1200 lbs.3760 lbs.

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