Pioneer Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Well if Pioneer is impressed, I think we have a winner on our hands! Way to go, Ford! I will say this, if they don't try to take the Flex and differentiate it in some way, I would expect it to disappear. The only selling point for the Flex over the Explorer might be third row leg room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 I will say this, if they don't try to take the Flex and differentiate it in some way, I would expect it to disappear. The only selling point for the Flex over the Explorer might be third row leg room. Perhaps you are right. Of course, the Flex is approaching its mid-cycle update soon, so who knows... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Well if Pioneer is impressed, I think we have a winner on our hands! Way to go, Ford! I was going to same the same thing! I can't wait to see it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLPRacing Posted July 16, 2010 Author Share Posted July 16, 2010 Well if Pioneer is impressed, I think we have a winner on our hands! Way to go, Ford! I can't believe he liked it being Unibody and all. If they can convert him, they should be able to convert almost anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weiweishen Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 I will say this, if they don't try to take the Flex and differentiate it in some way, I would expect it to disappear. The only selling point for the Flex over the Explorer might be third row leg room. Ford should build Flex on CD2 plaetform so that Ford can have 7 passage car in all plateform level, Grand Cmax, Flex and Explorer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Well if Pioneer is impressed, I think we have a winner on our hands! Way to go, Ford! LOL I know - I had to double check who was posting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Ford should build Flex on CD2 plaetform so that Ford can have 7 passage car in all plateform level, Grand Cmax, Flex and Explorer. CD2 is the Escape platform. It's scheduled to go the way of the dodo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLPRacing Posted July 16, 2010 Author Share Posted July 16, 2010 Ford should build Flex on CD2 plaetform so that Ford can have 7 passage car in all plateform level, Grand Cmax, Flex and Explorer. You mean like this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Ford should build Flex on CD2 plaetform so that Ford can have 7 passage car in all plateform level, Grand Cmax, Flex and Explorer. heres my wishlist...shorten it, ditch the third row....eco with a 6 speed Manual....retain styling cues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 CD2 is the Escape platform. It's scheduled to go the way of the dodo. Prob ment the CD4 platform,which is based on the EUCD...gotta love acrynomins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 heres my wishlist...shorten it, ditch the third row....eco with a 6 speed Manual....retain styling cues Tada: I did this a while back for something/one else, but thought I'd post it since it sorta applied to what you were 'requesting.' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHorse Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Yes, they're exactly the same. Except for the 3rd row seats, higher ground clearance, significantly more towing ability (5000+ vs. 3500), selectable terrains, etc. etc. If anything the Flex might end up being unnecessary since it's the same size as the Explorer. But the Flex is all urban while the Explorer can do both. In the end it will come down to sales and profitability. Uh yeah, because all the soccer Moms I see driving around in their Explorer bought the thing for it's towing capacity (even though it's extremely rare to see one towing anything) and it's ground clearance. lol If that's the intent behind buying this vehicle, get an Expedition or an F150. Ford sells four SUV's and the Edge and Flex which quite frankly fit the same needs for which most people buy SUV's. That's six vehicles to do the job of carrying two kids back and forth around town. Somebody's gotta go. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Uh yeah, because all the soccer Moms I see driving around in their Explorer bought the thing for it's towing capacity (even though it's extremely rare to see one towing anything) and it's ground clearance. lol If that's the intent behind buying this vehicle, get an Expedition or an F150. Ford sells four SUV's and the Edge and Flex which quite frankly fit the same needs for which most people buy SUV's. That's six vehicles to do the job of carrying two kids back and forth around town. Somebody's gotta go. lol dont agree....they all look ENTIRELY different and each appeals to a different crowd.....different strokes for different folks..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHorse Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 dont agree....they all look ENTIRELY different and each appeals to a different crowd.....different strokes for different folks..... It's alright Deanh, you're entitled to be completely wrong. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 It's alright Deanh, you're entitled to be completely wrong. lol lol....nah, i just know for a fact different people have difference in stylistic ...and THAT is the main reason one buys one over another...more so than capability OR needs.....we live in an image based society Blackie....otherwise explain why people buy two door versions of a 4 door sedan...answer...to look more sporty or they prefer the styling....Flex, Edge and now Explorer all look entirely different and will appeal to different crowds....Explorer has a "tougher" image... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausrutherford Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 Ford should build Flex on CD2 plaetform so that Ford can have 7 passage car in all plateform level, Grand Cmax, Flex and Explorer. Its called the S-Max Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Uh yeah, because all the soccer Moms I see driving around in their Explorer bought the thing for it's towing capacity (even though it's extremely rare to see one towing anything) and it's ground clearance. lol If that's the intent behind buying this vehicle, get an Expedition or an F150. Ford sells four SUV's and the Edge and Flex which quite frankly fit the same needs for which most people buy SUV's. That's six vehicles to do the job of carrying two kids back and forth around town. Somebody's gotta go. lol You said it's the same as the Edge and it's clearly not, regardless of how they're actually used. They will appeal to different buyers. BTW - there are only 3 SUVs - Escape, Explorer, Expedition. Sport Trac is a 4 door pickup. Like I said - Explorer may kill the Flex but that depends on how many Flex customers get an Explorer instead. Escape, Edge and Expedition all fill different niches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHorse Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 BTW - there are only 3 SUVs - Escape, Explorer, Expedition. Sport Trac is a 4 door pickup. . Not according to Ford who have it listed with their SUV's on their website. With a bed that small, I'm not sure you can call that a pickup. It's a small cargobox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausrutherford Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 How does the Sport Trac count as another SUV when its a bodystyle of the Explorer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHorse Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 lol....nah, i just know for a fact different people have difference in stylistic ...and THAT is the main reason one buys one over another...more so than capability OR needs.....we live in an image based society Blackie....otherwise explain why people buy two door versions of a 4 door sedan...answer...to look more sporty or they prefer the styling....Flex, Edge and now Explorer all look entirely different and will appeal to different crowds....Explorer has a "tougher" image... Did you just call me "blackie" dino? lol Hey, potato, tomato as far as I'm concerned. Fact is most people buy based on what they can afford and not image. Works something like this. "I need an SUV so my wife can carry the kids to school and she wants an SUV because it makes her feel all safe. She likes A, B and C but we can only afford X so she's getting X." That's usually how it happens and all that other stylistic imagery gets pushed by the wayside. Friend of mine started out looking at Tahoes and Expeditions and ended up in a Saab stationwagon. Happens like that all the time, everywhere. Ok, now you go. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fords#1Fan Posted July 22, 2010 Share Posted July 22, 2010 (edited) Looks good to me So far. Edited July 22, 2010 by Fords#1Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted July 22, 2010 Share Posted July 22, 2010 Looks good to me So far. Edge or Explorer? Edge or Explorer? Edge or Explorer? More I see of the Explorer, the more I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted July 22, 2010 Share Posted July 22, 2010 Edge or Explorer? Edge or Explorer? Edge or Explorer? More I see of the Explorer, the more I like it. I know...I'm giving this alot of consideration after wanting a SHO so bad..but then again if the 400HP SHO comes out in the next year or two and gets the same MPG as the current one..its still at the top of the list. The new Explorer reminds me of a '10 Taurus, with a bit of the Edge stretched over the current Explorer shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8-X Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 (edited) Looks good to me So far. Still not feeling it. I wouldn't want a supposed rugged vehicle to use too similar of a grille design to the Taurus. Those headlamps and front bumper still scream car to me. The hood does look a little intriguing. Overall, I'm still feeling its Fords version of a Subaru Outback. Edited July 23, 2010 by V8-X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 (edited) Did you just call me "blackie" dino? lol Hey, potato, tomato as far as I'm concerned. Fact is most people buy based on what they can afford and not image. Works something like this. "I need an SUV so my wife can carry the kids to school and she wants an SUV because it makes her feel all safe. She likes A, B and C but we can only afford X so she's getting X." That's usually how it happens and all that other stylistic imagery gets pushed by the wayside. Friend of mine started out looking at Tahoes and Expeditions and ended up in a Saab stationwagon. Happens like that all the time, everywhere. Ok, now you go. lol hey no offense meant in the slightest...and you are correct...they buy what they can afford...then come here and bitch about the car they actually wanted but couldnt...LMAO!....and I will apologize for the next coment which could come off as sexist....but I see a LOT of gentlemen stepping WAY over their boundaries to appese the Female that leads him around by his testicles..... Edited July 23, 2010 by Deanh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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