2006 Ford Freestar Road Test Ratings

EDITORS' RATINGS OVERALL SCORE:

Overall

Although the Freestar was new in 2005, it still has the antiquated look and feel of the old Ford Windstar.

DETAILED EDITORS' RATINGS

Dynamics

Poor steering and handling, brakes. Engine so-so.

Comfort

Soft, but quite floaty, seats not comfortable, dated.

Function

Questionable control logic, seat flexibility suspect.

Design/Build Quality

Weak materials and fit, dated look.

DETAILED PROFILE:

Family Friendly Impressive safety features, inlcluding side curtain airbags for all three rows.

Comfortable Roomy interior with standard CD player, tinted glass and roof rails.

Cargo Hauler Third row seat folds flat and flips to a rear-facing position for tailgate parties.