Tyres and wheels for Ford Flex, wheel size on Форд Флех

Tires on Ford Flex (Форд)

The Ford Flex was produced from 2008 to 2019 and became one of the most unusual cars of the brand — a large family minivan with strict straight lines, a hint of retro styling, and the practicality of a full-fledged three-row salon. It was introduced to the market as an alternative to classic minivans, but at the same time, emphasis was placed on external image and the feeling of a "big city car" that does not get lost in the flow and does not look utilitarian. Flex combined the minority of dimensions, a well-thought-out salon architecture, and familiar Ford techniques, which made it a choice for those who need space but do not want to switch to a minivan with a traditional silhouette.

Design Nuances

The basis is the D4 platform, related to Edge and Explorer, but adapted for a lower body and increased wheelbase. The front suspension is independent with McPherson struts and a massive subframe that reduces vibrations from the road. In the back, a multi-link scheme is used with wide transverse levers and a thoughtful kinematics that provides confident contact of the wheels with the coating even when fully loaded. Thanks to this, the car feels soft but not relaxed, and behaved more stably than many crossovers of that period.
The basis of the engine range was the "atmospheric" 3.5-liter V6 of the Duratec family with distributed injection and an impressive torque available, it seems, almost at "idle". Later, an EcoBoost version appeared — the same volume, but with two turbochargers, an intercooler, and a strengthened cooling system. This engine made the "Flex" extremely dynamic, especially when overtaking. The transmission is a 6-speed automatic with electronic control, adjusting the switching algorithms to the driving style. All-wheel drive was offered as an option, using a clutch on the rear axle, which quickly redistributed the moment when the front wheels slipped.

Salon and Equipment

Inside, the car resembled both a large minivan and a crossover, where the main emphasis is on passenger comfort. The three-row layout provided a spacious second row, and the third row was suitable for children and teenagers, making the car convenient for large families. In more expensive versions, there were leather seats with individual armrests, a powerful Sony audio system with a "brand" interface control SYNC, displays in the second row, a panoramic roof, adaptive climate control. Particular attention was paid to noise insulation: the floor and door panels received additional layers of it, reducing the hum at speed.

Since the "Flex" was created for long trips, the developers paid attention not only to the convenience of landing but also to details such as wide doorways, a deep trunk, and a flat floor when the third row is folded. The steering was calibrated so that the car did not seem heavy in the city, but on the highway remained collected and predictable. Suitable wheel disks and tires — from 17 to 20 inches, and more significant sizes noticeably improve the appearance and stability at high speeds. It is easiest to choose compatible options in the online store "Mosavtoshina", where both standard sizes and options for those who want to emphasize the expressive style of the car without compromising comfort are presented.

Advantages of selecting tires for Ford Flex on our website:

- a large selection of tires allows you to choose models that improve the stability of a long and heavy car on the highway and reduce rocking;
- a wide range of disks helps to choose more durable options, designed for the increased load of a three-row family minivan;
- a convenient search system with customizable filters automatically excludes incompatible parameters, reducing the risk of error when selecting;
- regular promotions allow you to profitably update the wheel set.