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2018 Ford Flex: Review

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ส.ค. 2024
  • In this video I'll go for a test drive & completely review the NEW 2018 Ford Flex! I'll go over the performance, exterior, interior, cargo space, tech, safety & much more... Hope you like!
    Big thanks to Bob Ruth Ford in Dillsburg, PA for allowing me to check out the NEW 2018 Ford Flex! For more information on their inventory please feel free to check out the link below...
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  • @yohanson7097
    @yohanson7097 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    You either love it or you hate it. Idk I like it, its unique and the ride is so comfy!

  • @eddstarr2185
    @eddstarr2185 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Glad to see the Ford Flex still hangin' in there. The Flex has a kind of retro styling that just begs for "Special Edition" treatment. But Ford seems to have done very little to turn the Flex lovable. No crazy color match-ups, no "woody wagon" package and no low-rider version with 4 corner air suspension from the factory. Ford - add some Fun to the Flex!

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome idea for the woody wagon! I'd be on board for that! haha

  • @DriveAndBeDriven
    @DriveAndBeDriven 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As always, golden review, Drew! The 2018 Ford Flex sure is one spunky vehicle. I love the boxy proportions and the horizontal character lines. Also, that Appearance Package sure does make this vehicle appear extremely sophisticated and athletic!
    Don't get me wrong, though. This vehicle is well due for a redesign, but I feel as if it has aged very well overtime. Especially with the minor refreshes that Ford conducts on this vehicle. It has remained very modern and bold in its appearance.
    Keep up the great work, Drew! DriveAndBeDriven will definitely be STAYING GOLD!!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @theAandJconnection
    @theAandJconnection 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    just purchased one tonight after losing my challenger during Harvey. GREAT video I love it so much and I can't wait to take a road trip!

  • @neoonebugc.flyboy
    @neoonebugc.flyboy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have a 2013 Ford Flex SEL AWD and love this car. Upgrades K&N cold air intake, dual flowmasters 40 series, megan racing coilovers, L.E.D headlights, and sumosprings. This car is a beast.

    • @puckcoach3
      @puckcoach3 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Neo C. How did you upgrade to LED headlights ? I also have a 2013 & hate the headlights . Thanks in advance !

  • @ossef9712
    @ossef9712 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We’ve had our turbo Limited Flex since 2014 and it’s the best vehicle I’ve ever purchased. Most comfortable seats in a car I’ve ever sat in. Third row seats are useless. This thing is pretty fast to and has paddle shifters for Dad!

  • @kyrillos316
    @kyrillos316 6 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    My friend called my flex a range rover
    I never talked to him again

    • @Gameplayery
      @Gameplayery 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      look at 2 comments below

    • @faye4578
      @faye4578 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ra's Al haha

  • @badgalruth
    @badgalruth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    People underestimate the flex it will get down for ya😎

  • @muhammadmemon2018
    @muhammadmemon2018 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much!!! Waiting for this from you for so looong. Thank you so much!

  • @MAC3451
    @MAC3451 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I got a Flex for my wife, it’s a great vehicle so underrated

    • @smilecute8367
      @smilecute8367 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mikes Belts how's the mpg?

    • @MAC3451
      @MAC3451 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      smile cute it’s pretty good on gas

  • @holidayholiday8242
    @holidayholiday8242 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The F in Flex stands for Family Vehicle. It's the alternative to the mini van. Just add a drop down DVD player and it's instant kid quiet for the entire trip. Also, if you are in between kids and elders, the elders can enter the car easily and the set of back seats fold down making easy storage for the wheel chair.

  • @ademhasanovic7141
    @ademhasanovic7141 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    It looks like a range rover without the sloped back

    • @user-zm7de9fc9x
      @user-zm7de9fc9x 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Adem Hasanovic Range Rovers are a joke, even the explorer looks nearly identical to the vogue.

  • @thomasc4753
    @thomasc4753 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is one cool dude, has such great personality! As always awesome review! Love the Flex.

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      haha thanks!

  • @chrissensel6658
    @chrissensel6658 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best flex review ever! Thank you

  • @davidsoto-ji7vx
    @davidsoto-ji7vx 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Don't know how you don't have more subscribers. Your videos are good quality, and entertaining!

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, appreciate it! :-)

  • @alecj9570
    @alecj9570 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Drew!!

  • @JosePerez...
    @JosePerez... 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another Solid Review , Drew ! Ford keep their line-up fresh & updated, keep them coming !
    Jose P.
    Staying Gold

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Jose!

    • @JosePerez...
      @JosePerez... 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gold Pony 🔥👌🏽Always Drew

  • @Lord_Tachanka05
    @Lord_Tachanka05 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The flex is so cute tho

  • @lescamp79
    @lescamp79 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I drove one for 3 yrs and I foolishly traded it for a explorer..It really a comfortable ride with plenty of room. I might try to pick one up before they finally pull the plug on this hidden gem. Also the Ecoboost version is the way to go!

  • @joseluisruiz3789
    @joseluisruiz3789 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man I love this crossover! I really need to get my hands on one of these. I would option for the Ecoboost engine. 😎

  • @Random-Drop
    @Random-Drop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, 1 thing the Tailgate flip-over rear seats!

  • @danalondon2849
    @danalondon2849 ปีที่แล้ว

    I picked up a 2011 limited twinturbo flex with 71,400 miles on it last oct, it now has 76,000 and i love the refrigerator freezer in the second row.

  • @ogshotglass9291
    @ogshotglass9291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My parents just got the SE version of this brand new yesterday, handing me over their 2008 Focus. I'll have to say, for a long time I looked at the Flex more like a soccer mom vehicle from the outside, but it's got some good amount of manly design on the inside. The more I look at it from the side though, now it looks more like a giant, truck-sized station wagon

  • @markfarley671
    @markfarley671 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I just traded a 2010 SEL for a 2018 SEL. Great car, hence why I replaced my 2010 with a newer one.

  • @Vectorr66
    @Vectorr66 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh even better seeing Boiling Springs on the NAV. Graduated from there.

  • @civicSIred1993cnd
    @civicSIred1993cnd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This vehicle is amazing for anything

  • @Tully3674
    @Tully3674 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm not a Ford fan but the Flex is a unique vehicle. It is a shame Ford hasn't shown it some love. It could use a nice cosmetic package.

  • @BernonCars
    @BernonCars 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would be cool if we got a new version of the Flex

  • @johnalexander6322
    @johnalexander6322 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just picked up a 2019 Flex SEL. two tone black/Gray with 20 inch wheels, same engine as my previous 2014 Taurus SEL, which 288hp where as the Flex has 287hp.

  • @rod22lt
    @rod22lt 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Is that brand new cause the driver side weatherstripping over your left shoulder looks like it's coming off? And do the rear sunroofs have shades? Thanks for the vid

    • @2004cyrus
      @2004cyrus 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No Shades

  • @blaineangstadt2163
    @blaineangstadt2163 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video !

  • @jdrs4214
    @jdrs4214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I heard the V6 engines for these new Fords have the water pump built into them, behind the timing cover, and driven by the timing system. Yea.....not good when that water pump begins to weep water/coolant into your engine oil. That’s a fatal engineering flaw, that can instantly damage the engine. Just pray that your not on the highway, when it does fail. Make sure you perform the services on this thing, right on time, and monitor that temperature gauge like a hawk; you might have to toggle for it on the steering wheel, just to see it on those digital instrument panels.

  • @Vectorr66
    @Vectorr66 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saying hello from Lebanon PA. Was cool to hear you say from Dillsburg when having no idea when I clicked it.

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup! I review cars from central PA basically! :-)

    • @Vectorr66
      @Vectorr66 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gold Pony very awesome. Yeah I am not sure which next SUV I will be getting. I am currently leasing a 2016 Fusion. Then I started a photo booth business. It is not fun using the fusion. I had 4 explorers before. My dad currently has a 2016 explorer but is experiencing their carbon dioxide issues. Its tough to find which SUV might be the best cost ratio for best lease.

  • @tsaltsirf2219
    @tsaltsirf2219 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Everyone i know hates it but it looks pretty sick

  • @nicholaswood821
    @nicholaswood821 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice car!

  • @christopherdoyle1390
    @christopherdoyle1390 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s up with the loose window seal?

  • @badgalruth
    @badgalruth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People under estimate the flex get down for ya☝️😎

  • @jeremyh4180
    @jeremyh4180 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ok soo. it's 2018, Ford has the ten speed automatic transmission... and it's not in the flex... Why? Come on Ford.

  • @ShizzieShizz73
    @ShizzieShizz73 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's LIT

  • @hammockcamping2500
    @hammockcamping2500 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We just bought a 2018 Ford Flex select with a 60/40 split second row bench. Our intention was to put our toddler in the middle and our two older kids on either side. This is not working for us because the child sitting behind the driver has no way of clicking their seatbelt in underneath the child seat. Is there a way to configure the Ford Flex 2nd row such that we can put a child seat in the middle and still allow the passenger behind the driver to use a seatbelt? The equipment that came with the Ford Flex that we just purchased does not allow us to do this. Is there a way to swap out equipment or modify the second row so we can do this? Bear in mind, our child seat is one of the narrowest in the industry. We really want our older kids to be next to the doors and our toddler in the middle.

  • @Benyuri7
    @Benyuri7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WHAT IF:
    Ford was to drop a slight detuned Focus RS 2.0 liter, paired with the new 10 speed automatic in the Flex... IJS

  • @vlmmosto9824
    @vlmmosto9824 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a 2013 dash?

  • @deej628
    @deej628 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First. Keep up the great videos brotha!

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      haha thanks!

  • @niteshchahal6182
    @niteshchahal6182 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you reviewed honda cars hmmm

  • @sirgrundel
    @sirgrundel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    who no daytime LEDs ?

  • @G6N6R6L
    @G6N6R6L 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You forgot checking weather and movie times that go through SiriusXM

  • @DangerN8
    @DangerN8 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thank you for this. I'm considering buying one of these maybe a few years older for my big family of 6 plus a dog. The Silverado just isn't enough room anymore

  • @A.M.Independent.Consultant
    @A.M.Independent.Consultant 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thnx

  • @insayn7995
    @insayn7995 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    If ford puts a better interior in this thing it will sell much better.

  • @LENTODAWG702
    @LENTODAWG702 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome review btw I subscribed I'm in the market for an explorer sport or limited or flex limited or El 3.5 Ecoboost

  • @jjpablo
    @jjpablo 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Hurst

  • @levichance
    @levichance 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This would be the perfect car for Lil Tay...

  • @Gohot229
    @Gohot229 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd take a free Flex over a free Aston Martin DB11 any time

  • @osafai.1654
    @osafai.1654 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Getting real range rover from certain angles of this thing's exterior.

  • @everythingautomotiveeta5839
    @everythingautomotiveeta5839 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    curious how well the 12 speaker sounds! that one seemed fine! led headlights should be standard for this. gah halogen lamps are simply outdated and looks uber cheap. like the flex..... good powerplant

  • @brandonterry4890
    @brandonterry4890 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your videos are always pointing the positives, but I wish you'd point out some of the negatives too. Your videos are unique, don't get me wrong, but don't hesitate to let us know your honest opinion i.e. those headrests were in the way during your visibility assessment, so say that, and then tell us if they are manually or powered removal.
    I'll stay Gold, but know that this is a lingering thought of mine, Sir.

  • @mannygarcia8222
    @mannygarcia8222 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kia Soul

  • @JA-ze6yb
    @JA-ze6yb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does anyone here own a 10 year old Ford Flex?? Just wondering how long they last.

    • @danieljr711
      @danieljr711 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes my wife and i own one we had it for a year,we drove it to vegas and back very comfortable ,she loves it.

    • @aayonce4
      @aayonce4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danieljr711 Did you all experience that pesky water pump issue-- im looking at a 2019, but I'm getting worried as i see it can be detrimental.

    • @accurry8566
      @accurry8566 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aayonce4 I am also curious about the water pump issue. I read this same engine is in other Ford Models too.

    • @aayonce4
      @aayonce4 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@accurry8566 well i plan on trading it in in 2023 if not sooner

    • @accurry8566
      @accurry8566 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aayonce4 did you have any issues with the Flex, or is it just time to upgrade?

  • @bmdshred77
    @bmdshred77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seems like very bad mpg compared to like the Pilot and other competition

  • @RCjunkie
    @RCjunkie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can not find any info for android auto for this car, Please help

    • @goldpony
      @goldpony  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you get the sync3 system yes you will get Android auto/ apple car play... Think its the icon on the right... Just need to hook ur phone up to the car via usb cable

    • @RCjunkie
      @RCjunkie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But no show us how to use it, Dose it blue tooth or cable hook up. I like to play mp3 from my phone play list to.

  • @LENTODAWG702
    @LENTODAWG702 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    High as hell lol

  • @Texg1rl_
    @Texg1rl_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you tell a girl what is the + & - on shifter for?

    • @azjeepguy83
      @azjeepguy83 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      To change the gear manually. When there used to be stick shifts and you would down shift to go faster or shift up to save on gas. Basically it makes driving fun again with more ability to control your transmission. Like paddle shifters....

  • @speedfiend925
    @speedfiend925 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am I the only one that thinks this interior looks dated? Like one full generation older? :/

  • @d3tach3d
    @d3tach3d 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The only stock car that has badass wheels. I dont understand why more stock cars dont have nice wheels. They always look shitty and destroy the look of the car.

  • @sasafarov
    @sasafarov 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    хороший обзор на русском языке есть на канале " US cars на русском "

  • @muffinsfluffy5814
    @muffinsfluffy5814 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    But,but sooo much but i have enough but today 😅

  • @dk_dunno
    @dk_dunno 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    "I SAWED THIS CAR IN HALF!!!"

  • @goat9199
    @goat9199 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd fuk widdit

  • @squaller9254
    @squaller9254 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that car makes me want to drive one off a bridge

  • @cameronclark3927
    @cameronclark3927 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The price of new cars are ridiculous. Only idiots buy brand new cars.

  • @cameronpoole7274
    @cameronpoole7274 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have to admit, when the flex first debut I was excited to see where Ford would take this model. Years later... I'm still waiting. Extremely outdated boxy vehicle that aged poorly over the years.

    • @midnitestate
      @midnitestate 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cameron Poole same they need to update it...I remember watching a documentary in this car when it was in its early stages it was meant to be very ambitious with the amount of fetures they were going to offer

    • @rickytrevino8281
      @rickytrevino8281 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love the look, one of the best looking suvs id say. All the other ones look like fucking bubbles

    • @cameronnielsen6483
      @cameronnielsen6483 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The design is beautiful and timeless and has aged much better than most ‘trendy’ vehicles. There is a difference between something inherently good/bad looking and something people aren’t used to.

  • @Mr.CEO888
    @Mr.CEO888 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice review, ugly SUV

    • @Randze
      @Randze 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Technically a suv but not an suv