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Ford Flex
2019 Ford Flex
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$30,575
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.4
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Kia Sorento
2020 Kia Sorento
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$26,990
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Overview

Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Ford Flex
2013-2019 Ford Flex Rear Three-Quarter Right Side View
2013-2019 Ford Flex Steering Wheel Controls
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Kia Sorento
2019-2020 Kia Sorento Three Quarter Rear Left Side View
2019-2020 Kia Sorento Infotainment System
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
287 hp @ 6500 rpm
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
254 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
40.7 ft
37.2 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/60TR17
P235/65HR17
Rear Tire
P235/60TR17
P235/65HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
19 MPG
25 MPG
City
16 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
9.2 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
18.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
297.6 miles
413.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
427.8 miles
545.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
N/A
189 in
Height
68 in
66.3 in
Max Width
75.9 in
74.4 in
Front Width
65.4 in
64.3 in
Rear Width
65.4 in
64.7 in
Wheelbase
117.9 in
109.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.9 in
7.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.8 in
44.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.8 in
39.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.4 in
59.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.5 in
56.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
44.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.5 in
39.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55 in
56.4 in
Third Row Leg Room
33.3 in
31.7 in
Third Row Headroom
38.7 in
36.3 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
50.8 in
52.8 in
Third Row Hip Room
41.1 in
41.4 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,439 lbs
3,810 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
2,000 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
83.2 ft³
73 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
43.2 ft³
38 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
20 ft³
11.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black
  • Blue Metallic
  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic
  • Oxford White
  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Sparkling Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
Snow White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Satin Black, YES Essentials Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Optional
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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