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2005 Ford Freestar Review
Safe and affordable.
2005 Freestar Review Summary & Specifications
The Ford Freestar is a solid minivan available with the latest in safety equipment and engineering. It's big and powerful, much improved over the Windstar. It doesn't offer all the bells and whistles (like all-wheel drive and navigation) nor does it feel as refined as some of the competition. But it's a solid performer. And heavy incentives from Ford make it a more compelling buy.-With Mitch McCullough reporting from Los Angeles
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| Vehicle Category | Minivans |
| Editor | Michelle Krebs |
| Model Lineup | Ford Freestar S ($23,910); SE ($26,510); SES ($26,010); SEL ($29,010); Limited ($32,710) |
| Engines (standard) | 4.2-liter OHV V6 |
| Engines (optional) | 193-hp 3.9-liter ohv V6; 201-hp 4.2-liter ohv V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, tire-pressure monitor |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | Safety Canopy side curtain airbags, side-impact airbags, AdvanceTrac electronic stability control, traction control, panic brake assist, reverse sensing system |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Oakville, Ontario, Canada |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL | www.fordvehicles.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 23910 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Freestar SEL ($29,010) |
| Standard Equipment | 4.2-liter V6 engine; dual-zone air conditioning; six-way power driver's seat, windows, locks and mirrors; second-row fold-and-tumble captain's chairs; fold-in-floor third-row seat; power sliding doors; remote keyless entry and keyless entry keypad; cruise control; roof rails; privacy glass; five-spoke aluminum sport wheels; leather-wrapped steering wheel with built-in audio controls; cornering lamps; overhead console with compass and outside temperature display; AM/FM stereo with cassette, CD player and rear seat audio controls; fog lamps; tire-pressure monitoring system; floor mats |
| Destination Charge | 685 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Active Safety Package I and II ($750) includes AdvanceTrac electronic stability control, traction control, panic brake assist, and reverse sensing system; Safety Canopy side air curtain with rollover sensor plus front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags ($695); self-sealing tires ($280); leather upholstery first and second row, third row vinyl ($890); 6-disc CD changer ($225); Class II Trailer Tow Package II ($335); power liftgate ($400); power sliding doors ($900); power front passenger seat ($305); floor console ($150); Cargo Management System ($125); rear cargo net ($25) |
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| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 34500 |
| Horse Power | 201 @ 4250 |
| Torque | 263 @ 3650 |
| Fuel Economy | 17/23 |
| Wheelbase | 120.8 |
| Length/Width/Height | 201.0/76.6/68.8 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 40.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.9/58.4/40.7 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.1/66.4/38.0 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.2/48.1/34.1 |
| Trunk Volume | 130.6 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 3250 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | twist beam with integral anti-roll bar, coil springs, Panhard rod |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 4275 |
| Stock Tires | 215/56R16 self sealing |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc w ABS and Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 26 |
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