Overview & Reviews

The Freestar is an all-new minivan that replaces Ford's aged Windstar. Recognizing the increased competition in this segment, the company has incorporated must-haves like a fold-flat third-row seat, rear DVD entertainment system and a power liftgate, while adding new items like side curtain airbags that cover all three rows of seating and an available large-displacement V6 for hauling heavy loads.

• Plenty of safety and convenience features, sharp interior design, torquey V6 engines.

• Unimpressive fuel economy numbers, less horsepower than top competitors.

User Reviews:

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  I Love My Freestar - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Noreen Sutphen - July 25 - 12:37 pm

  We are in our 70s and have never had a van, but we are enjoying the Freestar very much, and find it very comfortable, and easy to handle, with fairly good gas mileage. We have had 2 Explorers, but the Freestar is much more comfortable, and fun to drive, and the roomy interior is a real plus, as I am on oxygen so we can carry all my equipment and still have lots of space. It is also great for traveling with our 4 year old grandson, and our new puppy, a Bichon Frise.

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  So far, so good - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By mom of 2 - July 4 - 8:58 pm

  I dreaded moving from my Subaru to a minivan, but I love my Freestar! Bought it used (it was a corporate lease) and saved about $15,000 off new price. The 4.2 liter engines gives me plenty of power and considering the size of the vehicle, Im not unhappy with the fuel economy. Ive gotten about 18 mph so far. I like the feeling that Im driving the vehicle, its not driving me, like with the Caravan and Sienna I tested. I will buy an extended warranty just in case. Time will tell.

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  Back to the Drawing Board - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Bill Wilson - June 23 - 10:41 pm

  The Freestar is a let down compared to the Windstar I traded in on it. Ford has been trying to play catch up with Honda and Toyota for years and fell flat on their face for the Freestar. I have returned to the dealership 9 times for quality related repairs. 3 of which are a non fixable brake squeal that will bring you out of your seat when you hear it. They manufactured a kit that adjust the pads so the squeal is quieter, but the pad braces keep breaking because they are made from cheap thin sheet metal. The rear captains chairs threads are even coming apart at the seams and they are only used 1% of the time when I have someone riding in the back. I have purchased my last FORD.

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  Surprisingly Happy with Purcahse - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By sjb - May 24 - 10:06 am

  I traded in a SUV for the Freestar and was very surprised how much I liked the Freestar. It has great functionality (a lot of storrage for your stuff), easy access in/out for the children, and it has a smooth & comfortable ride (4.2L good power). Its interior looks great. I wish I would have bought this vehicle much earlier.

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  An In the Shop Van - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Brent McKee - May 10 - 2:30 pm

  I have had numerous electrical problems with my Freestar. I downsized from a Mavigator and knew that there would be a dramatic difference in comfort options. The mid-seats are very difficult to remove and the back seat is not comfortable for a average sized adult. I have had the vehicle in for service on eight different occasions with electrical problems Ford has changed out the dash electronic twice and the passenger side power window motor once. I have never been so dissatisfied with a vehicle and based on this experience, I will now be looking a lot closer at imports.

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  2004 ford freestar wow wow wow - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By patrick 777 - May 4 - 10:00 am

  this 2004 ford freestar is a real winner rides better than a lincoln town car gets almost 600 miles to the 26 gal tank wow wow wow very happy 3.9 liter eng is very powerful excellent on the highway good response and holds the road plenty of pep good on long trips very dependale get one today you wont be sorry also has a powerful stereo system ac is frezing cold no sway on the highway thank you ford for making this great vichele

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  2004 Freestar Limited - 12 mpg. avg. - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Scott Shamblin - May 4 - 4:45 am

  I purchased every option available including full airbag canopy. Theres only one thing that I can not pass and that is a gas station. We have driven this van as easy as possible and the best I ever achieved was 13 mpg. The average is 12 mpg. With gas prices these days, I would say that this spoils any positive things I would have to say except for one. Its safe. Sorry, the 4.2 L is a flop. In one year its lost a bit more than 50% of its purchase price (huge depreciation off the lot!) and its cost us big bucks in original cost and gas. Big thumbs down for depreciation rate and lousy fuel economy. Im very disappointed with out van.

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  No Problems after 24000 Km - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Rob R - April 19 - 3:00 am

  Ive driven my 2004 Freestar Sport for nearly a year and have clocked 24,000Km. Its never been back to the dealer for warranty service - probably the best new car Ive ever owned. I owned a Windstar previously. The ride, quality of interior materials, handling, brakes, transmission shifting - all much better than Windstar. Only gas mileage is worse. Overall, a great vehicle at thousands less than the imports!

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  I love this van - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By Michelle Scott - April 9 - 4:23 am

  The features on this van astound me. I really enjoy driving this van. Id had a Chevy Astro van before, and this one drives more like a car. The styling and comfort of this vehicle are very impressive.

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  Bought it for price - 2004 Ford Freestar
  By shoob - April 2 - 12:22 am

  Bought Freestar SEL 4.2 for $14,800. 2004 leftover - list price $30,440. Van rides nice so far. Concerned about the electronic problems. The day i picked it up the driver door lock was not working. 5 days later indash 6 CD player not working and had to be replaced. I have 1,000 miles and I have to bring it in to get the brakes checked out. When applied hard theres a lot of vibration. Van is good looking and feels safe. The fuel economy could be improved along with the horsepower. We were going to buy a used Odyessy but we couldnt pass up the discount and rebates from Ford. Interior design looks cheap and cold. I suggest buying extended warranty.