Ford Flex: Bringing Retro Back

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Source: Leftlanenews.com


Ford Flex Announced

Ford today revealed the 2009 Ford Flex � a full size crossover designed to replace the automaker's minivan offerings. On sale in the summer of 2008, the Flex will join the Edge and Taurus X in Ford�s expanding crossover lineup.

�The new Ford Flex crossover is a game-changer. It�s the first vehicle of its kind that combines seating for seven, interior spaciousness and surprising features with a striking design that looks great on the road and at home for today�s modern American families,� said Mark Fields, Ford�s president of The Americas, as he revealed the new vehicle at the 2007 New York International Auto Show. �The Flex builds on Ford�s leadership in crossover vehicles, which is the fastest-growing part of the auto market today.�

Flex is powered by Ford�s 3.5-liter V-6 engine and is mated to a fuel-efficient 6-speed transmission. The powertrain is expected to deliver more than 260 horsepower, 245 lb.-ft. of torque and good fuel economy.

Unique features including a refrigerator, mounted between the second-row captain�s chairs, Multi-Panel Vista Roof, seven-color programmable ambient lighting, capless fuel filler system, FordSync communications and entertainment system, Ford�s next-generation navigation system, and Ford�s second-generation door-entry keypad.




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