The Ford Flex did not essentially have to exist, and but, the odd crossover/wagon/minivan caught round for a full decade earlier than lastly being despatched to the large Costco parking zone within the sky. And whereas it won’t have ever been as cool because the Mustang, it was ridiculously sensible whereas additionally being faster than you’d count on, even in case you did not spring for the turbocharged engine. Positive, the construct high quality wasn’t the perfect, however the stuff that actually wanted to work nonetheless labored, and the individuals who owned them cherished them. So I say it is excessive time Ford brings it again as an EV.
Ford would not actually need one other gasoline or hybrid crossover in its lineup, but when it introduced again the Flex with an electrical powertrain, you’d have a cool van/SUV to attract within the households searching for three-row EVs. You’d even have a direct competitor for the Volkswagen ID Buzz, which most likely will not be the fastest-moving automobile on any given automotive lot, however the nostalgia issue at the least will get individuals paying consideration. Ford most likely should not go totally retro with the brand new Flex design, however the first one undoubtedly referenced some older designs, and with a recent look, I would be keen to guess it will be fairly cool.
Ford Flex EV when?
And if Ford builds the electrical Flex right here within the U.S., it must also be capable of undercut the ID.Buzz on value, even when it additionally supplied a higher-quality inside. Wouldn’t it outsell the Explorer? Completely not. Wouldn’t it nonetheless be a breakout success? Properly, if auto journalists love the thought, and we do, that is most likely not the perfect signal. On the identical time, there’s so little competitors within the three-row EV area, an electrical Flex with good vary and quick charging would have a greater probability at cornering the non-luxury market than you would possibly assume.
It will most likely nonetheless be a problem to get the bean counters on board, however come on, Ford. You discovered a technique to justify constructing the Flex earlier than. Certainly, you will discover a technique to justify bringing it again as an EV. And positive, the market will most likely be extra aggressive in one other 4 years when it lastly goes on sale, however the sooner you begin growth, the sooner you can get it to manufacturing. You understand, except you are already engaged on this precise thought, and I am simply six months forward of the official announcement. Both approach, I am nonetheless going to take credit score if it ever occurs, however come on. You understand it will be cool.
