Overview & Reviews

Very little has changed for the 2006 Ford Freestar. Ford has simplified the minivan's trim levels, and there are now just SE, SEL and Limited trims. The company has also revised the Freestar's option packages and made the formerly optional cruise control, CD player, tinted glass, roof rails and tire-pressure monitor standard equipment. Other minor changes include redesigned interior door panels and, for the Limited, extra chrome trim and optional 17-inch wheels.

• Plenty of safety features, upscale looks inside and out, roomy interior.

User Reviews:

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  Good van, the Editor doesnt own one! - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Dwayne - February 24 - 10:45 am

  It rides well, has all the toys, video, triple zone climated control, heated leather, quad seats....cd changer...alloys....oh and the gas pedal doesnt get stuck! Mine Has given me nothing but excellent service! Buy one well maintained..u will find the...sterring culd be a little more precise..its a mini van.

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  Glad to own a Freestar with 4.2 litre - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Tony - May 5 - 12:51 am

  Owning a 98 windstar I had decided to remain with Ford due to the great reliability of the windstar. My Freestar with the 4.2 litre is very powerful! Transmission shifting is much more smooth and improved, the 4 disc brake system is superior to the disc and drum system, the traction control and stability control is excellent in the winter months. I have puchased this vehicle used with 56000 Kilometers and the only issue I presently have is a faulty backup sensor, everything else is peachy. The DVD entertainment is worth a million dollars on those long trips with the kids. The ride is smooth, feels solid and powerful when passing on the freeway. My next vehicle will be a Ford again, the Flex.

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  2006 SEL 4.2 - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By tarichra4 - August 26 - 7:18 pm

  We spent 3 months searching for the exact Freestar after having a 99 Explorer Sport. Decided to go with Ford because of styling and our dedication to Ford. Good choice for us. We found the exact van we wanted in Norsea Blue, SEL, bucket 2nd row, DVD, 4.2 engine and 17 inch rims, and just under 36,000 miles. Drove our 93 Escort 4 hours to get it. Very nice van, great exterior styling, better than GM and Chrysler. Ample power for a van, no major problems to date. Only things I notice are rear side defroster doesnt work, rear hatch struts creak in winter, has an exhaust droan right off idle, both side doors rattle over bumps,and a slight speedometer/rpm cluster noise We love it and plan to keep it

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  Ford Freestar - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By TJ Wendel - October 29 - 4:43 pm

  2006 Ford Freestar minivan is a great vehicle. The only problem I have is the bench 2nd row seat. Its only comfortable for kids. Adults are very uncomfortable sitting on it.

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  We like this Van! - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Dale - October 1 - 3:22 pm

  Having bought a 1995 Windstar 3.8 in 1997, it was tough for us to want to return to Ford for a mini-van. After driving or riding in Toyotas, Dodge & Chrysler, we felt the new Freestars offered the most amenities, nicest ride (smooth) and...after 11 years, Ford would certainly get it right. In my opinion they did. We bought the van used with 33500 miles. Smooth shifting plenty of power with the 4.2 engine. The leather seats and 6 disc CD changer were added nice features. Mileage so far with a combination of highway/town driving has stayed at 21.4 MPG avg. Unfortunately Ford has decided that 07 is the last year for their mini-van...too bad,they have finally made a great mini-van.

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  2006 Ford Freestar - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Jim - April 10 - 8:01 am

  This van has plenty of power and is very comfortable and versatile. Fuel economy is fair, but build quality so far has been good. Our family finds the second row bucket seats to be convenient. We strongly recommend the Freestar.

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  Happy owner so far - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Tim Lu - November 27 - 8:51 pm

  Had 2006 Sport for about a year and 25k, no problem so far. Drawn to it by the price (for the same level, 6-disc CD, reverse sensing system, alloy wheels DVD, etc), I would have spent $10k more on Japanese models. Overall, a great vehicle for the price.

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  Ford Freestar Limited - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By Jerome E. Welsh Sr. - November 1 - 9:17 am

  I have owned a Ford Windstar in the past, so I was familiar with front wheel drive. The handling response is great, its peppy when needed, and gives a feeling of confidence. I find myself trying to increase my gas mileage by driving carefully. Side air curtains are a super plus for my grandchildren.

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  MINI-VAN - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By GENO - June 28 - 12:40 pm

  Smooth shifting and nice handling. Plenty of storage room as we travel back and forth from NY to Fl. Nice ride with good vision of the road.

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  I love my Ford Freestar - 2006 Ford Freestar
  By shelley - November 15 - 9:35 pm

  While the fuel economy may not be the best, I have no issues with the horsepower or speed of the engine at all ... the "get up and go" so to speak of the Freestar is wonderful. The interior is roomy and comfortable, with plenty of room for 6 or 7. My one downfall with the interior is that the third row seat does not fit my sons booster seats very well the buckles of the seat belt sit behind the boosters and therefore my children do not ride in the back often. But the availability to stow the third row in the trunk is wonderful. Its a very stylish minivan and Im proud to drive it!