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by mkaresh
Jan 29 '05 - Updated Oct 10 '06
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Interior room and versatility, very good handling for a three-row vehicle
Cons: Interior overly utilitarian, engine barely adequate
The Bottom Line: If you want the best driving, most functional three-row vehicle at a moderate price, this is it.
In my review of the Ford Five Hundred sedan I wrote that it was roomy and reasonably priced, but thoroughly boring. Yet I find myself oddly attracted to the Freestyle, which is essentially a Five Hundred wagon styled to resemble a Ford Explorer. How can ...
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by drive571
Sep 12 '04 - Updated Sep 23 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Smooth, pleasant handling, refined CVT powertrain, stunning interior versatility, residual Volvo solidity and comfort.
Cons: Hard plastic dominates the interior, and it's not for driving enthusiasts... but what SUV is?
The Bottom Line: The Freestyle is the most balanced blend of car and SUV I've ever experienced. It's not a driver's car, but it's roomy, honest, efficient, and very appealing.
My Experience I recently attended the Ford Racing Innovation Drive event in Pasadena. It was held at Irwindale Speedway, and was essentially a showcase for Ford's new 2005 models--the Five Hundred sedan, the Mustang coupe, and the Freestyle ...
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by vemartin
Nov 06 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Overall design; flexible cargo configurations; powerful engine; excellent handling…
Cons: See Review
The Bottom Line: All things considered, if given the choice, I would purchase the Freestyle SEL again, despite the small engine palpitations I experienced.
We (my spouse and I, more specifically my spouse) have special needs in a vehicle. We had outgrown our traditional 4-door family car and were in search of a roomy alternative that fit a tight script of criteria. For one we needed room to fit four ...
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by tracey28
Oct 05 '04 - Updated Mar 30 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Elegance, visibility, size, ample doo-dads, great gas mileage for its size.
Cons: No towing option, rearview mirror position, it's a new platform, noisy turn signal, small console.
The Bottom Line: It's a great new product from Ford. With the Escape's engine and Audi components in the transmission, it's not entirely unproven. Standard doo-dads, comfort, size, looks, capacity, mileage are pluses.
Why Take A Chance? When my husband bought a first-year Mercury Cougar, he knew he took a risk. He chose the potential "babe magnet" though it was untried, unproven, and unsuitable to a geeky 40 year old bachelor. Now that he's caught the "babe" ...
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by pdauby
Feb 17 '05 - Updated Mar 18 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Space/utility/versatibility, ride, fuel economy, decent power
Cons: Engine loud with acceleration.
The Bottom Line: Highly recommended to anyone who is looking for a minivan or SUV alternative. Much cheaper than Cadillac's crossover. Very good space for third row occupants
After months of research, I finally decided to purchase the Ford Freestyle. There just isn't any other vehicle like it on the market that fitted my needs: An alternative to our other car (a Chrysler Town and Country--a great van!) which will give me ...
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by frodo11
Jun 24 '05 - Updated Jun 30 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good fuel economy, super-versatile interior
Cons: 3rd row isn't very comfortable for adults, CVT transmission takes some getting used to
The Bottom Line: All told, the Freestyle is a very versatile, comfortable and stylish car at a great price.
With 2 kids and another one on the way, my wife and I were faced with a dilemma. We HATE minivans, but we simply didn’t have enough room in our cars for strollers, diaper bags, etc., and still be able to fit the kids. And although there have been ...
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by rincon1840
Jun 04 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Safe. Well designed. CVT. A fantastic SUV/Minivan alternative
Cons: Unproven CVT. Hard door slam. Narrow footwells.
The Bottom Line: Highly recommended. A perfect transition from our minivan. Great looking vehicle, great looking, yet simple interior. CVT works great.
We bought this to replace our Chevy Venture. We saw it at the Chicago Auto Show and we liked it better than the Pacifica. Considered an Escape, but I use one at work and wonder how it could be so different (in a negative sense) than my 2000 Focus ...
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by eemommy
Aug 07 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Practicality, Comfort, Convenience, Style, Gas Efficiency
Cons: Performance and Power
The Bottom Line: I would definitely recommend this as a great family vehicle. Ford has read the minds of every parent driver and accommodated their needs for space, comfort, versatility, and practicality.
My husband and I went to our local dealership with the intent to purchase an F150 SuperCrew for my husband. They didn't have the one he wanted in stock, so we started to look at the Explorers. I had an Explorer several years ago until we traded it ...
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by jlandis44
Dec 16 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy, value
Cons: A little underpowered at highway speeds, internally a little cheezy
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this to any family who is looking to get a good value, that needs lots of space, and isn't worried about getting extra bells and whistles.
We needed a new vehicle that was capable of carrying kids and stuff and my wife decided she liked the Freestyle. Although it is primarily her vehicle, I drive it on weekends and my general impression is that is a car that has good value and good general ...
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by ptolemy_8x
Mar 24 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Extraordinarily smooth ride, CVT, lots of usable space.
Cons: Obnoxious horn chirp when setting alarm.
The Bottom Line: I'm glad I bought this car. It's extraordinarily smooth due to the CVT and good suspension. Nice big size for a family. I'd recommend it.
Built on a similar platform, the Ford Freestyle is basically a Volvo XC90 with Ford styling. I parked next to an XC90 with 300 miles on my brand new FREESTYLE SEL Front Wheel Drive car in order to compare the two cars. I decided against the All Wheel ...
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by dongeeL
Nov 18 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good solid look, cargo space, reasonable fuel economy rating.
Cons: No manual transmission, fit and finish of seat latches. A little too heavy.
The Bottom Line: Next generation of vehicles that are extremely versatile.
Paying off my 5-year loan on my car last month got me in the mood of searching for a new car. Looking and dreaming is always fun, so although I might be six months to a year away from actually purchasing a new vehicle it is definitely time to think. My ...
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by kkremer
May 04 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: CVT, AWD, DVD system, Third row seat
Cons: Rear doors are too light; A power lift gate would have been nice
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for the convenience and practicality of a wagon or minivan with the look of a SUV, then buy this car!
We bought this vehicle in March after seeing it at the Philadelphia Auto show. My wife was looking for a car she would be comfortable driving. She didn't want a minivan, although she liked the conveniences they offered. She didn't want a SUV because ...
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by brightbsu
Jun 30 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: great design
ample room (six or seven seats)
cargo room
Cons: gas mileage
engine may not have enough performance for some.
The Bottom Line: Recommended 100% great handling, ride, and loo,.
So I was recently in the market for a new (to me) vehicle. Despite gas prices I've really been wanting a suv/crossover. I've always been a huge Ford fan, my previous car being a 2002 taurus. I eventually decided on and purchased a 2005 Ford Freestyle sel ...
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by newhope48
Feb 06 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Interior Seating Configuration, AWD, Good Handling and Gas Mileage, Attractive.
Cons: Rear Brakes needed replacing at 19K miles. Hard riding when full (Six People)
The Bottom Line: I would consider replacing my Freestyle with another
My needs seemed simple, until I began my search for a new car which would fit 6 comfortably, have AWD, and get half decent gas mileage. The major challenge for us was that I have three children (Two in child seats and one in a booster). I was looking ...
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by maggieloop
Nov 22 '08
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy, lots of options for little price, great gas mileage
Cons: acceleration is slow, power access is oddly placed
We got this car after having problem after problem with our Chrysler Town & Country minivan. We have 3 kids--all in carseats--and have plenty of room to maneuver. We have the middle row with a glove box and 2 cup holders that is between the seats, this is more comfortable for the adults. We love how the middle row seats tumble forward and that allows ease of getting the kids to their carseats. I love driving this car, the cockpit area makes me feel very secure.
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