2018 Ford Flex

$5,990
from
74
listings
$6K–$26K
price range
Low$5,990
High$25,900
From$5,990
Avg Mileage109,459 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 74 active dealer listings as of

2018 Ford Flex Pricing

Price Trend

-0.3%
$7K$9K$12K$15K$18KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$6,900
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

The price range is enormous.

Some are steals, some are wildly overpriced. A scout cuts through the noise and surfaces the ones worth your time.

Ford Flex Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 53 complaints, the 2018 Ford Flex rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
53
Complaints
7
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
25V7320002025-24-10
STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Flex vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Ford Flex's biggest weak point? STRUCTURE. It leads 53 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Structure8
02Unknown Or Other8
03Suspension8
04Back Over Prevention4
05Structure,back Over Prevention3
53 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Flex Fuel Economy

17–19mpg combined
·
15-16city
·
21-23hwy
·
$2,300-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2018 Ford Flex ranges from 17 to 19 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Flex FWD - Automatic (S6)
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)
17mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Ford Flex

31States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 30 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

2018 Ford Flex Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2018 Ford Flex a good car to buy?

The 2018 Ford Flex has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is structure, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Ford Flex?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Ford Flex. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Ford Flex?

Depending on configuration, the 2018 Ford Flex delivers 17–19 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2018 Ford Flex?

STRUCTURE is the number-one complaint area for the 2018 Ford Flex, based on 53 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2018 compare to other Ford Flex years?

The 2018 sits at a specific point in the Ford Flex lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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