Used 2013 Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A) Consumer Reviews
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not another minivan!
fireman0175, Chelan, WA, 02/01/2014
Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
41 of 42 people found this review helpful
We got rid of an Odyssey after 12 years and bought the Edge. Had it for two years and found it too small for 4 and a dog. Checked out the Flex one day and it was really a pleasant surprise. Big seats that heat and cool, powerful engine for passing. AWD for the snow and ice we have. It rides like a heavy car use to ride, but handles like a dream. Drove in two mountain passes with 4-5 inches of unplowed snow at 28 degrees. No slush and it handled well. I did notice some slipping in corners, but I was going fast for the conditions. It corrected itself well. Kids are almost 6' and have super leg room in the rear.
A Love/Hate Relationship
Wendy, Harrisburg, PA, 08/09/2018
Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
I just traded my 2013 Flex after buying it brand new in 2014. I hated to trade it, but knew I couldn't keep it--for several reasons. First and foremost, the climate control--in 40 degree and below weather, even with a warm engine, it would intermittently spew ice-cold air, particularly at idle. Despite taking it to the dealer on at least five occasions, it was never fixed. The first three times they told me there was nothing wrong because they were able to turn it up to "HI" and get warm air. The fourth time they blamed it on a low coolant level and added antifreeze. The fifth time they said there was a coolant leak and charged me to replace the hose, and it still blew out cold air when I needed it to be warm. I also had a problem with the door latch on the driver's side front door--the Flex thought the door was open even when it was closed, which resulted in annoying "door ajar" warning lights and interior lights that wouldn't turn off. When I started having trouble with the Flex, I grudgingly purchased the extended warranty I had refused at delivery. Sadly, it paid for itself quickly. The door latch alone would have cost me more than $400.00 to replace otherwise, but even with the warranty I had to fight with Ford to have them cover it. There was also the matter of the mysterious split battery, which resulted in wiring harness replacement. The latch on the seldom-used compartment between the front seats broke within a year, and I would rather have had the extra seating capacity than the refrigerator/freezer between the second row seats--but I knew that was there when I bought it. The gas mileage was horrible despite my efforts to keep my foot out of it, and it ate tires like a champion--by spring it would have been on its fourth set, and those wide 20" tires aren't cheap! Regardless, I'm going to miss it for more than one reason. First, the performance! More than one sports car owner was surprised when they tried to cut me off in traffic, and on the straight, it was tough to beat. For a vehicle that looks like a glorified lunch box to have such great performance took a lot of people aback. The Flex was comfortable--both to get in and out of, and to drive, the stereo was amazing, and it was a wonderful road car. I could fit all five grandchildren in it and still not leave my husband behind. The self-parking option was creepy, but much better at parallel parking than I was, and the headlights, even on low beam, were bright enough that people coming toward me would flash their lights to get me to dim them. It was always up to the challenge of our horrible, record-setting NW PA winters. If I could have afforded to replace it with another Flex, I would have, but you have to get the Limited to get the AWD and the EcoBoost, and almost $50K is just not in my getting-ready-to-retire budget.
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In a sea of the same, the flex is unique.
Jason Lewis, Brighton, CO, 06/08/2021
Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We’ve really enjoyed our 2013 Flex Limited. It has 170k miles and has been mostly trouble free. The Ecoboost engine has enough power to surprise nearly anything from a stoplight, the interior is comfortable enough to drive across the country in, rides well, does excellent in bad weather. Hopefully we’ll continue to enjoy it for well past 200k.
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Love my flex!!!
michael Long, Wilmington, DE, 06/04/2016
Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is amazing, I bought it because I just had twins and needed a 3rd row for the addition to our family. Plenty of room, great options and I love the appearance package. The looks of this car are not for everyone but if you can get past it, that's the biggest hurdle. Everything else about this car is great. Ecoboost power is amazing, Vista sunroof makes everyone's day. Power folding seat make hauling a breeze, towing package and backup camera make driving an ease. Even the refrigerator in the 2nd row console is great for keeping your kids drinks nice and cold. I love my flex and will be buying another one after I'm done with thus one.
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Flex number 2
flashflex, Kenmore, WA, 07/05/2013
Ford Flex Limited 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
19 of 28 people found this review helpful
My First Flex was a 2010 Limited with EcoBoost. It was one of the first production models with Ecoboost and I had some growing pains with turbos brakes, calipers, and fuel injection. Ford covered it all with no complaints. I just bought a 2013 Flex with Ecoboost and this car is a total upgrade to the 2010. Ride, power, comfort, quietness, amenities are totally transformed. Ford totally believes in this car with the engineering upgrades they have done. I put a lot of windshield time behind the wheel being a salesman. This car rocks for someone needing carrying capacity, comfort, yet entertaining to drive, its quick. Its a Mini Cooper on steroids.