2014 Ford Flex

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Rating8.3

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Fullsize Wagon
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$29,015 - $42,375
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Extremely versatile cabin space

Second-row seats lack the sliding function

Features a slight boost in the base V6 engine

Adult friendly third-row

My Ford touch is slow and glitchy when used

The Titanium appearance package has been renamed to an Appearance package

Surprisingly refined ride quality

Dull cargo space as compared to the rivals

Specs & Features

$29,015

price

287 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

254 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of midsize wagon passenger vans, the 2014 Ford Flex Wagon is a well-known name. Prices go up to MSRP $42,375, with a total of 3 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the Flex offers seating for up to 7 people. The standard engine on offer is a 3.5L V6 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine maintains a combined MPG of 20 while making 287 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 3.5L turbocharged V6 engine for an MSRP of $42,375 available on the high-end Limited trim. This engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, making 365 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine returns a combined fuel economy of 18 mpg. Ford offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the Flex among its competitors like the Subaru Outback which however is offered with only 5 seating capacity.

Buying Advice

If you're looking for value, then the SEL trim level offered by the 2014 Ford Flex is our top recommendation. This trim offers a long list of standard features and if you're looking for additional features such as a power liftgate, blind spot warning system, rear cross-traffic alerts, and power-adjustable pedals; we'd suggest the Equipment Group 201A and the Equipment Group 202A.

Trims

    SE
    $29,015 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
    $31,900 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
    $37,600 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

$29,015- $42,375

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.27

Horsepower

365 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

350 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$42,785- $44,780

Gasoline

8.57

303 hp @ 6500 rpm

278 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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Gasoline

7.86

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

240 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.04

181 hp @ 5800 rpm

182 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

5

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2014 Ford Flex vs competitor's 0-60

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

    2014 Ford Flex vs competitor's MPG

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

      2014 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.5.9 in.117.9 in.
        207.6 in.76 in.67.4 in.8 in.117.9 in.

        2014 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.

        2014 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.
          31.8 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.64.5 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.

          2014 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.
            104.4 cu.ft.31.8 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.
            15.6 cu.ft.17.9 cu.ft.75.9 cu.ft.
            70.2 cu.ft.36.2 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.

            2014 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.1310 lbs.3841 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1200 lbs.3760 lbs.

              2014 Ford Flex Wagon Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              244

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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