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Ford Explorer (2017) vs. Ford Flex (2012) Specs

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2017 Ford Explorer and 2012 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Ford Flex  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
272 kW@5500
475 Nm@3500
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
265 kW@5500
475 Nm@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,860 mm 2,995 mm 0 mm
Length 5,037 mm 5,138 mm 0 mm
Width 2,004 mm 1,928 mm 1 mm
Height 1,778 mm 1,717 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,218 kg 2,195 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 73 L -3 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,062 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,562 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,036 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 1,029 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,549 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,443 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 1,125 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 3 960 mm 983 mm -23 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,290 mm 1,290 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,034 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 846 mm 848 mm -2 mm
Total Legroom 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 595 L 549 L 46 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 1,274 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,313 L 2,455 L 0 L

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2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review
 
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