2005-2008 Ford Five Hundred: Overview

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For 2005, Ford debuted a new 4-dr sedan with available all-wheel drive. The Five Hundred accommodated five passengers on seats that were mounted about 4 inches higher than in other sedans. SE, SEL, and Limited models were offered, all with a 203-hp 3.0-liter V6 and a choice of front-wheel drive or AWD. Front-drive SEs and all AWD Five Hundreds used a continuously variable automatic transmission, or CVT. A CVT provides variable drive ratios vs. a conventional automatic's preset ratios. Front-drive SEL and Limited versions got a 6-speed automatic transmission. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes and traction control were standard. No antiskid system was available. SE and SEL had 17-inch wheels, Limited had 18s. Front torso side airbags and curtain side airbags were optional. Standard equipment included a power driver seat and split folding rear seatbacks; SEL and Limiteds added a folding front-passenger seat. Options included sunroof and rear obstacle detection. The Five Hundred shared its basic design and powertrains with the Mercury Montego sedan and with Ford's Freestyle crossover SUV.