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2006 Ford Freestar
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2006 Ford Freestar

Originally called Windstar, Ford's minivan was never one of the better choices in the category. The interior was large, but not as roomy as extended-length Chrysler minivans. The third seat was heavy and cumbersome to remove when more cargo room was desired. In 2004 Ford freshened the Windstar, and renamed it Freestar. The most notable improvement was a flat-folding third-row seat. Handling improved somewhat, but fit and finish remained unimpressive. The Freestar was seriously outclassed and dated by the time it was discontinued after 2007.

Market value
$3,150
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
7
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Model year 2006
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
minivan
Drive type
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, 4-speed
Category
Minivans 3-row
Generation began
2004

Pricing

Current retail median
$3,150
Retail value range
$3,025 - $3,300
Original MSRP range
$19,650 - $29,575
Trade-in range
$725 - $1,000

Ratings

Road test score
58/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
16 MPG
EPA highway
23 MPG
EPA combined
19 MPG
Tested city
11 MPG
Tested highway
25 MPG
Tested overall
17 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,360
Cruising range
430 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.1 sec
0-60 mph
9.2 sec
60-0 mph braking
137 ft
Avoidance speed
48.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
201 in
Width
77 in
Height
69 in
Wheelbase
121 in
Weight
4,425 lb
Maximum load
1,315 lb
Towing capacity
3,500 lb

Interior

Seating
7 people
Front head room
5.5 in
Front leg room
40 in
Rear head room
6 in
Rear leg room
29 in
Cargo volume
61.5 cu ft
Luggage
4+0+0

Brand context

About Ford

Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.

Vehicle ID: 4849 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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