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Ford Flex

The Ford Flex is a full-size crossover SUV manufactured by Ford for the 2009–2019 model years, with production beginning in 2008.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

The Ford Flex was a full-size crossover SUV sold by Ford from 2009 to 2019. It was built in Oakville, Ontario, and offered three-row seating for up to seven passengers.

What it is

The Ford Flex is a boxy, wagon-like crossover SUV that replaced the Ford Taurus X. It was marketed as a practical family vehicle with three rows of seating and a single generation spanning model years 2009–2019.

Key details

Production started in 2008 at Ford’s Oakville assembly plant in Ontario. Powertrain options included a 3.5-litre V6 or a twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 on higher trims, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and available all-wheel drive.

Why it matters

The Flex was discontinued after 2019, ending a decade-long run. Its Canadian assembly makes it a notable part of Ontario’s automotive industry, and its distinctive design set it apart from other crossovers of its era.

In short

  • Single-generation model sold 2009–2019
  • Built in Oakville, Ontario, Canada
  • Seats up to seven passengers
  • Offered with EcoBoost V6 option
Canadian angle

The Ford Flex was assembled in Oakville, Ontario, making it directly relevant to Canadian automotive manufacturing and Ontario’s auto industry.

Quick questions

What is the Ford Flex?
The Ford Flex is a full-size crossover SUV sold by Ford from the 2009 to 2019 model years.
When was the Ford Flex discontinued?
Ford ended Flex production after the 2019 model year.
How many passengers could the Ford Flex seat?
It could seat up to seven passengers in three rows.

Sources

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Flex
    Supports: Model years, class, production start, and successor relationship.
  2. Fordhttps://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/support-search-only/vehicle-index/flex/
    Supports: Discontinuation after the 2019 model year.
  3. Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Flex
    Supports: Assembly in Oakville, Canada and general model description.
  4. Car and Driverhttps://www.caranddriver.com/ford/flex
    Supports: Three-row seating, engine options, and drivetrain details.