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2007 Ford Freestyle

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.

Class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Body styles
4dr Wagon/SUV AWD Limited, 4dr Wagon/SUV FWD /Se/Sel
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
Length
200 in
Curb weight
3,649–3,960 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2007 Ford Freestyle is a SUV - offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.

It measures about 200 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,960 lb (4dr Wagon/SUV AWD Limited).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 8% better than the 2007 SUV - average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2007

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2006 Freestyle — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Freestyle →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Wagon/SUV AWD Limited200 in74.8 in65 in112.6 in64.2 / 64.6 in3,960 lb55/45
4dr Wagon/SUV FWD /Se/Sel200 in74.8 in65 in112.6 in64.2 / 64.6 in3,649 lb55/45

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Freestyle FWD3.0L 6-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 20+8%$3,350444
Freestyle AWD3.0L 6-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19+9%$3,550468
Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.6 MPG2007 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Ford Freestyle under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2007 SUV -s

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2007 Ford Freestyle (this car)20 MPGNot rated0
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser13 MPGNot rated1
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe17 MPGNot rated3
2007 GMC Yukon17 MPGNot rated3
2007 Dodge Durango16 MPGNot rated2
2007 Toyota Sequoia15 MPGNot rated6
2007 Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford Freestyle.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2007 Ford Freestyle is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

101Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
4Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
120,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train41
Vehicle Speed Control28
Engine24
Unknown Or Other15
Electrical System11
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Service Brakes5
Suspension4
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
18/07: 218/09: 118/11: 119/01: 119/02: 119/04: 119/05: 219/07: 319/08: 119/12: 220/03: 120/06: 120/07: 120/08: 320/09: 320/10: 120/11: 121/03: 121/12: 122/03: 122/06: 123/09: 123/12: 125/01: 118/0719/0119/0519/1220/0720/1021/1223/09max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2007 Ford Freestyle buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Power Train — 41 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Vehicle Speed Control — 28 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  4. Engine — 24 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 120,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Ford Freestyle. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Freestyle years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2006 Freestyle20200 inNot rated0151
2005 Freestyle20200 inNot rated0160

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →