Overview & Reviews

For 2005 trim levels have been renamed and package content has been slightly refined. A liftgate spoiler is available on the SES, and Class I and Class II towing packages are available on all models.

User Reviews:

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  Built Ford Tough - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By flin1 - December 31 - 10:06 am

  I bought this van with 89K on it for my daughter. She was happy just to get some wheels and I wanted a lot of iron around her. Its about to turn over 200K and still going strong. It needed a head gasket a while back and some breaks a couple of times. The transmission seems fine and I had synthetic ATF put in it when I bought it. I like Ford vans.

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  Owner - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By charles gillespie - October 11 - 2:00 am

  This has been a good experience for me. The only problem Ive had was the transmission quit at about 82,000 miles and it cost me 1,800 to rebuild I have talked to other owners with the same problem. They should call a recall. I have saved my repair bill. I am a senior citizen and had to borrow money to have it fixed. But I love the van.

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  Still satisfied - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Family Priorities - September 23 - 8:52 am

  We shopped around quite a bit with all brands of vans at the time, and Ford had the best safety at the time and historically. Safety of GM and Chrysler were unacceptable. Hondas was same as Chrysler, and had history of trans issues. Toyota had brought up their safety to match 5 star, but only more recently, and had history of engine sludge issues. Drives well, comfortable even on long trips, and plenty of room for kids and all associated junk. No major problems up to now. Good gas mileage and surprising performance for something of this weight, which is really what we needed for a double stroller, etc.

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  From 1998 Windstar to 2005 Freestar - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Brian - June 8 - 3:23 pm

  Since 2001, I had a 1998 Ford Windstar with 3.8Liter. after being fed up with 1998 Ford Windstar with blown head gasket which the coolant level keeps going down and I had transmission replaced prior in 2007 for 1998. Since January 2nd 2009, I had to trade in for a 2005 Ford Freestar which it was available at the dealer. The 2005 version is lot better and big improvements over the 1998 version. However, I noticed that the 2005 version is 1200 lbs heavier than the 1998. But it feels very stable ride, except the fuel mileage. I am getting around 19 - 20 mpg even though it stated for 24 mpg. I use the vehicle mainly for my work and carrying loads once in a while and also do some towing.

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  Review - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Louise - June 13 - 12:14 am

  We have had our van a month and love it! It is actually fun to drive! We have plenty of room and there is a DVD player for our grandkids!! If youre looking for a sporty reliable van this is the one to get!

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  What I Like About My Van - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Ginger - December 3 - 6:41 pm

  I love driving this vehicle. It is comfortable and easy to park. I find that my gas mileage is about 22 mpg. on the freeway and slightly less in town. Most of my driving is work related and I have more than enough cargo space. I have never had any problems mechanically, as I am very careful following the manufacturers service instructions.

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  Just a fun car - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By tarkin1944 - January 29 - 11:57 am

  This car has been so much fun to own and drive. Im a good driver and drive conservatively. The body part fits are wonderful and the interior is beautiful for a minivan. I only wish that Ford would continue to build them.

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  Love my Freestar - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Fred - November 10 - 5:10 pm

  This is my 3rd Ford van...a real power van that has you up and going quickly. Gas mileage isnt up to our expectations.

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  2005 Freestar - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By kevin walsh - August 25 - 4:29 pm

  Excellent vehicle, purchased from dealer certified with 12K miles & 1 retail owner. $15,600, cant beat that. We like the 2nd row captains seats. Drives as minivan should, solid & rattle free. Completely satisfied.

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  Family of Five - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By wlehr - December 13 - 2:00 am

  Plenty of Power. Ample cargo space even w/o folding rear seat into floor. Plenty of leg room for all sizes of passengers. Smooth transmission, Great in the snow. Console not cluttered, can reach all controls w/o taking eyes off of the road. Handy convex mirror for easy passenger viewing. Great family vehicle