2007 Ford Freestyle Consumer Reviews

Freestyle is fun, utility, and economy

Written by: Jim Kinney on 11/07/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle SEL 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

This has been a surprising vehicle. I wanted a simple, run-around truck to use mostly in town. I found myself looking for reasons to drive it on long trips. The mileage easily averages 27.5 mpg at turnpike speeds. The power is adequate, and the hauling capacity is amazing. The 6-7 seats are handy, too. It's been to North Carolina, St Louis, central Texas and Colorado. I live in northern Oklahoma.

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Excellent Vehicle

Written by: cbce1pjb on 08/30/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle SEL 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I bought a used 07 Sel FWD In April 09 with 21,000 miles. I can not find anything I do not like. This vehicle has great interior room,and the footprint is the the same as the 98 Taurus wagon with 150K miles on it that I retired. It is the easiest car I have ever changed oil on. The gas mileage is outstanding. 21/22 normal everyday driving. With 5 adults on the Interstate at 70 mph the computer indicated 28mpg. I did not believe that number and did my own calculation and the result was 27.The third row seat is fine as long as your not going too far. The front and second row seats are great. No mechanical problems , but I have not driven that many miles.Enough power for me.

Favorite Features

Fuel economy , Interior room

Suggested Improvements

none

17 out 17 people found this review helpful

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Come On Ford Fix Transmission

Written by: Rhonda on 08/11/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I am an avid Ford owner but am extremely disappointed to learn that at 54000 miles I am being told that yes they know there is a problem with the transmission (CVT) and they recognize the risk it poses to citizens but they are not willing to repair at their expense. I really don't want another car but cannot justify repairing this one.

Favorite Features

I love the style, versatility and handling of the vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Own up to the transmission problems. Ford is a good vehicle, don't let the foreign car dealers put you out of business.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Ford Freestyle is a Lemon

Written by: Kim Gittins on 07/28/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

Since I've owned this car the past 1 1/2 yrs its been in the shop for major repairs transmission overhaul, all brakes replaced, traction,water pump, all 4 tires, seat heaters, seat latches, two lines? replaces for leaks in the car total days in shop over 40

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Get it together Ford!!!

6 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Great car- should have kept them over

Written by: suzette on 07/16/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

Shame that ford went for funky techno styling in the Flex & Edge. As a more sophisticated individual- the Volvo styling they followed is classic. This car is way more capable than hauling with the seats down, It handles & corners well ; the low wide wheel.frame is great to manuver.Classic ford ride- heated seats, all power options. I saved tons over a used Volvo. And it is an extremely SAFE vehicle. good curb weight- NO roll or sway on bends.turns. awesome in all weather. Can't say enough- have had cadillac prior, SRX is an overpriced joke- except for the Bose stereo. It's a keeper. Ford should have put more advertising into THIS car. Their loss.

Favorite Features

ride, style, performance- options. versitility. comfort- comfort - comfort.

Suggested Improvements

Should have bumped to a 3.5ltr = but more than that- FORD should have KEPT this model and ditched the FLEX prototype. Hearse like disco tech looking ride. Some of us prefer classic lines- and have some taste. Volvo next if this baby dies- Hope it donesn't come to that.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Almost the perfect vehicle

Written by: Jeff from California on 07/11/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

As an engineer I tend to research things to the last detail. I was looking for a family car that had a good combination of safety, fuel economy, roominess, luxury, and price value. After looking at everything made, the Freestyle won. We bought used, a 2007 Limited. The car is amazing; Titanium green w/tan leather interior...gorgeous... Lots of room for storage and very comfortable. The fuel economy on the highway is almost 30 miles per gallon...no kidding....the navagation system is wonderful and the back up sensors are very helpful, as is the DVD. After 6 months, no issues. My wife, who hates SUVs, loves the car and wont let me drive it....Its simply amazing.....Well Done Ford.

Favorite Features

Room and Storage, Looks, Power seats, fuel economy, Navigation, DVD player, Back Up sensors

Suggested Improvements

hmmm, cant think of any..

14 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Great for Dogs and Kids and Friends

Written by: freestylin on 06/27/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I bought in 1/2008 w/12k miles. I have only put 12k miles on it but I love it. Kids take it on long trips with friends and love it. Great hwy mileage. Short commute (and lead foot) keeps mpg quite low. Capital Ford/Raleigh just replaced front/rear brakes for free. I love them, too! When was the last time you said that about your dealer service? I have no complaints about the power. Performs well in NC mountains.

Favorite Features

I bought this model to load dogs in and out - SO EZ! I love it. Older dog easily gets in/out with mid seat out of way. I call it my wagon on steroids.

Suggested Improvements

NC summers require colder more powerful air conditioning. I can't get it cooled down before my trips are over. Fans are way tooooo loud. I would have liked both heated seats and rear sensors. I'm still doing 20 pt turns to park it but that's me.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Freestyle - Freewheel

Written by: Mick Reeves on 06/02/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle SEL 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I echo everyones comments here, but I have one piece of advice to up your fuel consumption. As I'm from the UK but live in the USA and we have gas selling at almost $8 a gallon we have to find ways of driving to save or stretch gas as far as we can. So, first off, get a light foot. Second, don't race to the next set of lights if they are red. Third, Don't excelerate from a stop to fast, be gentle with the pedal, back off once you reach the speed you want. Forth, When you have a good hill to go down, knock the thing in to neutral and coast, slot it back into drive when you need to. Fifth, try to drive without using the brakes to much, braking costs energy. Last, use cruise, always, everywhere

Favorite Features

That self dimming mirror :-) And the heated seats in winter, Mmmmm :-) I love the trim as it is, understated and classic.

Suggested Improvements

Better fog lamps maybe. Adjustable steering wheel for us long people. Fog lamps at the rear, like we do in europe and the UK, beats being hit in the rear cos' you can't be seen till it's to late. A storage place between the rear seats. A knob to un dim the dash lights, daytime driving, lights on.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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fun-fasti-car

Written by: Funfasticar on 04/28/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

We purchased our 2007 freestyle, fully loaded, leather, sun roof, 5 disk cd- mp3 player,key less entry, security alarm,dvd,GPS-love it,and much more,in aug.08.got an outstanding price 15,280 (talked them down about 3,000 and got the warranty extended from 36,00 to 75,000) w/ 26,000 miles on the car. So far so good. pleanty of room for our family of 4. Kids love the seatsand that how they recline and roomy space, the car is comfortable, (lots of leg room too) for short and long trips.

Favorite Features

extremley roomy, love the middle row - able to walk in between to third row,also love that 5 of the seat fold down, the leather is very comfortable, the dash board is stylish -w/crome , lots of cup holder's,good seat sizes.

Suggested Improvements

just a few minor things a more sporter style on the exterior,and the rear tail gate window should open ,also should have trunk release button ,it would look better if middle row windows were tinted. also car should get better gas mileage and should have a better stero system - sound quality.

14 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Follow up to April 08 Review

Written by: PRGR on 04/19/2009

Vehicle

2007 Ford Freestyle SEL 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I wrote a review a year ago about how great the car was in the winter and on a trip to Florida.In April 09,I still like the car, but the rear brakes needed replacing at 28,000 mi.Dealer said my car was not in the recall period.My response:"I am not paying for new brakes-period."Ford would not cover them, even though I had the same problem as others.The dealer saw my 8 years of having vehicles serviced and paid for them.The infamous Continental tires were done at 34,000.I replaced with Triple Treads.I am not sure if I will buy another Ford.I really like my Freestyle,but understand why people buy foreign .

Favorite Features

Mileage, seating capacity, very comfortable ride, nice looking, CVT is smooth.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the brake and tire issues Ford's customers did not cause.This is a good car otherwise. Improve seat cloth quality-stains easily.Start with quality components instead of focusing on cost, cost, cost.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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