For the same model year, dealers ask 26 points more than private sellers; DE is the cheapest state at -24% and AZ the priciest at +28%; a four-wheel drive Flex asks +12% against the median of its model year.
Ford Flex price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1.9× | 30 | |
| 2018 | — | 13 | |
| 2017 | — | 9 | |
| 2016 | — | 10 | |
| 2015 | — | 11 | |
| 2014 | — | 27 | |
| 2013 | — | 13 | |
| 2012 | — | 16 | |
| 2011 | — | 14 | |
| 2010 | — | 17 | |
| 2009 | — | 16 |
Dealer or private seller
On the Ford Flex the dealer markup works out at 26% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 270 | +14.6% | $8,623 |
| Private seller | 209 | -11.5% | $5,210 |
What a branded title costs
| Title | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean title | 432 | +3.2% | $7,133 |
| Rebuilt | 18 | +12.5% | $9,510 |
| Salvage | 13 | -32.4% | $3,742 |
Branded titles are harder to insure, finance and resell, so check the exact car first: run its VIN against the records.
How fast price falls with mileage
Measured on the 2014 Flex, the model year with the most listings, so age does not mix in. Between the 100–125k and 175–200k bands the asking price falls 35%.
| Mileage | Price drop | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 100–125k miles | 19 | |
| 125–150k miles | 22 | |
| 150–175k miles | 21 | |
| 175–200k miles | 12 |
Which options hold value
The single biggest swing on a Ford Flex is drivetrain: 4WD asks +12% against the median of its own model year.
| Item | Option | Listings | vs median year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive | 165 | +12.0% |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | 172 | +4.7% |
Where it's cheaper
States where the Ford Flex asks least and most, measured against the national median for each model year. Most expensive is AZ at +28%, cheapest DE at -24% — 52 points apart, which on a $6,500 car is roughly $3,406.
| State | Listings | vs national median |
|---|---|---|
| DE | 12 | |
| MO | 29 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| FL | 39 | |
| MN | 29 | |
| OR | 42 | |
| WA | 40 | |
| CA | 100 | |
| NV | 13 | |
| AZ | 15 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Ford Flex cost?
The median asking price is $6,500 across 570 live listings. A 2009 asks about $3,900 and a 2019 about $13,148.
Is it cheaper to buy a Flex from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 14.6% above and private sellers 11.5% below, a gap of about $3,432 on a 2019 at $13,148.
How much value does a Flex lose per 25,000 miles?
About 13% of the asking price for every 25,000 miles on the 2014 Flex, measured from the 100–125k band to the 175–200k band. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Ford Flex valuation tool.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a Flex?
Of the states with enough listings, DE asks least at -24.0% against the national median, and AZ most at +28.4%. On the typical $6,500 Flex that spread is about $3,406.
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