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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  About the same as the Windstar - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Family in MI - March 18 - 11:25 am

  I traded in my Windstar which was one big electrical problem. And it seems I just got a new version of the Windstar. Still electrical problems. Ive had the electric door module fixed twice in 5 months. The door ajar light stays on with the dome lights when the module goes out. Had the same problem with my Windstar. The quality inside is worse than the Windstar and has cheaper plastic. But it looks nice inside. I just dont feel the quality is there. I dont like that you cant get cloth seats in the Limited. I dont like leather, its too hard and uncomfortable. I like the van, but it isnt my best choice. I should have shopped better.

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  Overall, not a good car - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Ian - March 13 - 9:19 am

  I thought that the car ran nicly, but after about 3,000 miles we had to take the car in to get the entire electrical system replaced. That was not the problem they found a problem that the dealer needed a specialist to fix. My children think that the rear seats are too low, and lastly the the interior is already ripping at the seams, literally. So over all this car is not a good car to buy and what I think anyone who is looking at this car to do is buy the competitive Mercury Monterey.

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  driver - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Pete - February 12 - 11:46 am

  Enjoy driving it, its a gas guzzler comparing it to other minivans and a has small gas tank. Averaging 300 miles to a tank or 12.3 miles to gallon of gas. Still dont know why they advertise it for 17 mpg city to 22 mpg for freeways.

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  Good Van - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Van Owner - February 1 - 11:58 am

  This is our first minivan and we really like it. The ride is very nice and the power is decent. It is very comfortable especially for long trips. So far we have no regrets.

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  Freestar SES - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By allisonw - January 15 - 12:42 pm

  I have only had this minivan for a few days but I like it very much. I have the optional 17 inch rims, so the ride is much smoother than on the 2005 Caravan that I rented last spring. I dont understand why this van received such low ratings from consumer magazines and online services, because I actually find it far superior to the Caravan that they love to rave about.

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  FREESTAR AFTER RETIREMENT - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By CARL - December 19 - 1:24 am

  VERY ROOMY AND GOOD HANDLING. USE FOR CRAFT SHOWS HOLDS LARGE PIECES OF FURNITURE AND OTHER ITEMS. WENT FROM A FORD F 150 WITH HIGH FIBERGLASS CAP TO 98 WINDSTAR VAN THAN TO THE FREESTAR AND CAN LOAD AS MUCH OR MORE DUE TO NO WHEEL WELLS IN THE WAY AS IN PICK UP BED. WENT TO THE FREESTAR WHICH ELIMINATED REMOVING THE THIRD SEAT AS IN THE WINDSTAR. WHAT I NEED IS FOLD DOWN SECOND ROW SEATS AS THEY ARE HARD AND HEAVY TO REMOVE AND REPLACE.(NOT HANDY)FOR OLDER , SMALLER AND SHORT PEOPLE. I AM 61" BUT THEY ARE STILL NOT EASY TO HANDLE .

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  Absolutely 1st Class Minivan - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Peter Leech - December 4 - 1:08 am

  First Class in everyway for the price!

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  FreeStar Review - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By dorothy haynes - November 11 - 4:03 pm

  FreeStar has stablility more than I ever imagined and the side airbags that are available are a great added safety feature. The 4.2 engine gives pickup on interstates and town streets. I had a Windstar prior to this and with the FreeStar I actually found something that was even better. My elderly mother gets in easily and my dogs fit in perfectly. I love this van and I would buy it again.

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  " The Best Minivan! - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Peter Leech - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I traded my 3rd Lexus LS400 for this Freestar & enjoy driving it every bit as much!! A few years ago I owned my own Mercedes Dealership for a number of years & I do know & "Love Cars & Driving"! I consider this Freestar a FIRST CLASS VEHICLE. Contact me for any other details!

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  Good Minivan for the Price - 2005 Ford Freestar
  By Sunburn - October 26 - 2:00 am

  Recently bought an 04 SEL after looking at used Grand Caravan SEs. The Freestar was only about $1K more after all the rebates and discounts. The Freestar has far more features for the price. The interior design is good, with lots of storage. The 1st and 2nd row seats are comfortable. The 3rd row is only suitable for adults for very short trips. The bottom cushion is too close to the floor. The powertrain is a mixed bag. The 4.2L has great torque, but can be a bit unrefined at times. The mileage could be better as well. The transmission is unobtrusive. The ride is comfortable and quiet. The handling is good. The build quality appears very good as well. Overall, a good, but not great minivan.