11 Difference Between Ford Flex And Explorer

1. Fuel Economy:
2018 Ford Explorer AWD:
22 MPG Highway
City MPG:16 - 19
2018 Ford Flex LIMITED:
23 MPG Highway
City MPG: 15 - 16

2. Engine(s):
2018 FORD EXPLORER:
Inline-4, V-6
FORD FLEX:
V-6

3. Legroom (front/middle/rear)
Ford Explorer Base FWD:
 42.9/39.5/32 inches
Ford Flex SE FWD:
40.8/44.3/33.3 inches

4. The Explorer is slightly more efficient and pumps out more horsepower than the Flex.

6. When it comes to inner dimensions, both the Ford Flex and the Ford Explorer offer standard seating for seven passengers.   In terms of maximum passenger space and cargo capacity, the Flex slightly surpasses the Explorer.

7. Cargo Volume:
2018 Ford Explorer AWD
21 cu ft
2018 Ford Flex LIMITED
20 cu ft

8. The Flex delivers 155.8 cubic feet of passenger volume, compared to 151.5 cubic feet onboard the Explorer. 

9. Maximum Towing Capacity:
2018 Ford Explorer AWD:
5,000 lbs
2018 Ford Flex LIMITED:
4,500 lbs

10. Heated Exterior Mirrors
2017 Ford Flex SE FWD:
 Standard
2017 Ford Explorer Base FWD:
 Not available

11. Wheelbase:
2018 Ford Explorer AWD:
112.8 in
2018 Ford Flex LIMITED:
117.9 in