Ford Freestyle Discontinuation
The Ford Freestyle was discontinued after the 2007 model year. The decision to discontinue the model was due to lower than expected sales, as well as the need for major revisions to the chassis and the lack of viable options for a new chassis. The Freestyle name was expected to shift to a Mazda6-based crossover after its discontinuation .
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Contents
- How much is a Ford Freestyle in the US?
- Is Ford Freestyle underpowered?
- What was the last year the Ford Freestyle was made?
- Why was the Ford Freestyle discontinued?
- Is Ford Freestyle good?
- What is the Ford Freestyle the same as?
- What car replaced the Ford Freestyle?
- How long will a 2006 Ford Freestyle last?
- What vehicle did Ford discontinue?
- How safe is Ford Freestyle?
How much is a Ford Freestyle in the US?
The average price for the Ford Freestyle SEL is $6,108, with the Ford Freestyle Limited and Ford Freestyle SE averaging $4,999 and $4,500 respectively.
Is Ford Freestyle underpowered?
The punchy diesel engine performance is coupled with excellent efficiency. The NVH level of this diesel engine is pretty much good (not like the Hyundai’s though) better than the VW’s, Honda and the 1.3L Multijet engine.
What was the last year the Ford Freestyle was made?
The Ford Freestyle is a crossover utility vehicle that was sold by Ford from 2005 to 2009. Largely marketed as the successor to the Ford Taurus station wagon, the Freestyle was the CUV counterpart of the Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego four-door sedans.
Why was the Ford Freestyle discontinued?
The current Freestyle, which went on sale just 10 months ago, will be discontinued after the 2007 model year, several supplier and industry sources say. With sales below expectations, the Freestyle was squeezed out by a proliferation of sport wagons in Ford’s plans.
Is Ford Freestyle good?
Great Handling And Driving Dynamics
I own a Freestyle 1.5 l diesel engine, and no doubt, it is the best in class, its powerful engine gave me great driving experience, it doesn’t seem superficial like most other cars in this segment. There is no match to its drive dynamics, safety, stability, and mileage.
What is the Ford Freestyle the same as?
Sold under the Freestyle name from 2005 to 2007, Ford renamed the model Taurus X for the 2008 model year and sold it through 2009; before replacing it with basically an updated version of the exact same concept called Ford Flex.
What car replaced the Ford Freestyle?
Ford Taurus X
During the 2007 Chicago Auto Show, the nameplates of the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable were revived, intended as 2008 mid-cycle revisions of the Ford Five Hundred. The Freestyle was renamed the Ford Taurus X.
How long will a 2006 Ford Freestyle last?
With careful driving and good care you may get to 350,000 miles, but be prepared for that transmission crapping out unexpectedly. If you are thinking that by trading it in you are cutting your losses, I think at 200K miles you are too late. IF the car drives fine, just drive it until something major brakes.
What vehicle did Ford discontinue?
Ford Edge
Ford Edge. This is the last year for the Edge in the U.S., with the final unit to roll off the assembly line on April 26, according to union update to workers at the Ford Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada. On sale since 2007, the Edge topped 100,000 sales in all but three full years of production.
How safe is Ford Freestyle?
Ford Freestyle NCAP rating is 3/5.
