Size without sizeable penalty is the big story with the Flex

Size without sizeable penalty is the big story with the Flex. Just swing one of those beefy doors open. The seats are chair height - no stooping required to get in. Space in all directions is pretty massive. With the driver's seat positioned for my 5 foot 6 frame to drive comfortably, the second row seat, which slides, had more legroom than I can recall seeing in most vehicles, with the possible exception of a minivan. There's a third row of seats, too, one that actually fits humans. Many times, third rows are just a suggestion of a seat, useful in a pinch and offering very little legroom. In the Flex, there's space for two normal adults back there. Families with little ones will find LATCH anchors on the center row, and another on the right side of the third row, making it possible to carry both adults and children without resorting to a van. Nice.
Nice certainly describes the way the interior of the Limited trim level Flex was outfitted. Leather seats with a cross-hatch pattern sewn in are comfy, though it's still weird to have a bottom cushion that's power adjustable, and a manual lever for backrest rake. Between the adjustability of the seats and the steering column, it's not hard to find a good driving position. Big mirrors and lots of glass area bring great visibility, too. Most of the materials have a high quality look, though there are still some areas that might be scuff prone. Everything is put together well, and if you haven't been in an American car for a while, the Flex might surprise you - it's a class job. Toyota's Venza offers a similarly roomy interior, but I prefer the layout, design, and materials in the Flex.