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Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Flex than in the Toyota Highlander.
The Toyota Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Flex, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
With the Toyota Highlander, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Ford Flex, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Ford Flex or the Toyota Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Ford Flex carries a much lower Destination Charge than the Toyota Highlander.
Dimensions
The Ford Flex is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Flex, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Highlander.
Drivetrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford Flex doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Highlander.
Handling
The Ford Flex has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander is clearly the choice over the Ford Flex for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Flex and the Toyota Highlander.
Utility
The Ford Flex has less seating than the Toyota Highlander, making the Toyota Highlander the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Ford Flex as you will in the Toyota Highlander.
Warranty
The Ford Flex comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Toyota Highlander.
Compare the 2017 Ford Flex and the 2018 Toyota Highlander. 
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2017 Ford
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2018 Toyota
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Visit Rebate Center |
| Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
| City MPG: | 15 - 16 | 19 - 21 |
| Highway MPG: | 21 - 23 | 24 - 27 |
| Engine(s): | V-6 | Inline-4, V-6 |
| Seating Capacity: | 7 | 7 - 8 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Overall Safety Rating 
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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| Frontal Crash Rating
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
Not Tested | |
| Side Crash Rating
Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
Not Tested | |
| Invoice*: | $28,974 - $41,093 | $28,330 - $42,601 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Monthly Trend for:
2017 Ford Flex
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Monthly Trend for:
2018 Toyota Highlander
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
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