Example carMechanic for a 2018 Ford Flex
Mechanic for the 2018 Ford Flex: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2018 Ford Flex for mechanic
- Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2018 Ford Flex: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,700 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,844 | $4,062 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Ford Flex
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other (20), structure (18) and back over prevention (15). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V732000 | 2025-10-24 | 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. |
| 25V695000 | 2025-10-13 | back over prevention: sensing system: camera | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is... |
| 20V072000 | 2020-02-10 | suspension:rear | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Mechanic for the 2018 Ford Flex
Mechanic for the 2018 Ford Flex: the work is done by a shop we trust, never by CarmaCars. Routine maintenance and repairs are done by a mechanic at a shop we trust, not by CarmaCars.
Your Flex and the shop
Note the mileage on the odometer when you send the request. If you have the service history of your Flex, have it ready for the shop. Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the Flex. It is powered by the 3.5L 6-cylinder, with front-wheel drive.
How the arrangement works
We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop. We pass your request to a trusted shop or give you its name. The shop sets the price and the time after seeing the car.
No car? Rent one meanwhile
Keep moving with a rental while the shop has your car, by the day at our usual rates. Rent for as long as the job takes, by the day or the week. Pick it up from us for free, or have it brought to you.
Small things that help
If the car pulls to one side, ask the shop to check the alignment and the tires. Check that all lights work every few weeks. Look at the tire tread before long trips.
Getting a clear quote
Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. Ask whether the estimate includes tax and shop supplies. Keep the invoice; it is part of the car's service history.
Ready to ask?
Send a request: the car, the problem and when suits you.
Request mechanic
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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