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2005 Ford Freestyle Review
An excellent example of a successful crossover.
2005 Freestyle Review Summary & Specifications
The new Ford Freestyle is a nice package, with nice looks, a nice powertrain, and a nice starting price, given all that it buys. But the option list is lengthy and full of temptations. Just as the Freestyle's designers did, buyers may face compromises, too.New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from the Great Lakes area.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Tom Lankard |
| Model Lineup | Ford Freestyle SE ($24,945); SEL ($26,345); Limited ($28,545) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.0-liter dohc 24v V6 |
| Engines (optional) | 3.0-liter double overhead cam 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | CVT |
| Transmissions (optional) | continuously variable transmission |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | two-stage, dual frontal airbags; three-point seatbelts and adjustable head restraints at all seating positions; child safety seat LATCH anchors; front seat belt use reminder; two-stage collapsible steering column; antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | front seat-mounted side airbags, full-coverage side curtain airbags; reverse sensing system |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Chicago, Illinois |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-FORD (3673) |
| Manufacturer URL | www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 24945 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Freestyle SEL ($26,345) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning; power windows, heated outside mirrors, central locking and six-way driver's seat; cruise control; AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer; 6-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar; tilt steering wheel with redundant audio controls; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift lever; driver-door keypad entry; 1st and 2nd row floor mats; accessory power delay; auto headlamps; electrochromic inside rearview mirror; electronic message/function display; perimeter lighting with puddle lamps; fog lamps; roof rack |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Safety and Security Package ($695) includes front-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and anti-theft alarm; leather seating ($795); Comfort Package ($495) includes dual-zone air conditioning, 8-way power driver and 4-way power front passenger (with manual lumbar) seats, outside temperature display; rear seat DVD entertainment system ($995); power moonroof ($895); rear-seat air conditioning ($595); reverse sensing system ($250); all-wheel drive ($1,700) |
| Destination Charge | 650 |
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| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 33415 |
| Horse Power | 203 @ 5750 |
| Torque | 207 @ 4500 |
| Fuel Economy | 19/24 |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 |
| Length/Width/Height | 199.8/74.4/64.9 |
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| Turning Radius | 40 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/55.2/40.8 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/56.4/39.8 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.5/45.9/33.6 |
| Trunk Volume | 86.5 |
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| Towing Capacity | 2000 |
| Front Suspension | independent strut, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 6.3 |
| Curb Weight | 4112 |
| Stock Tires | P215/60R17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS and EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 |
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