2006 Ford Five Hundred: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $22,230 -$28,230
- Invoice: $20,507 -$25,907
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2006 Ford Five Hundred. See if the 2006 Ford Five Hundred is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Ford Five Hundred |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Limited |
| Arrival Date: | 02/23/2006 |
| Engine: | dohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 26,380 |
| Price as Tested: | 31,475 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 4453 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 5016 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 563 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 29.512 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 19.09 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Universal Garage Door Opener, Safety Package (side air curtain, driver/passenger side air bag), Traction Control, CD Navigation System, Reverse Sensing System, Memory Adjustable Pedals, Family Entertainment
From the Back Seat
Mark Bilek
Though the Five Hundred is an exceptional family sedan in the traditional "big" American mold, this isn't the model I'd select. I'd recommend the SE with the CVT and select a few options. The 6-speed automatic hunts between gears too much and isn't as economical as the CVT.
Rick Cotta
There's little question in my mind that the Five Hundred is the best large-car value out there. If you don't require the Chrysler 300C's V8 power (along with its higher price and poor gas mileage), the Five Hundred lags only the more-expensive Toyota Avalon for spacious, luxurious accommodations, and more than makes up for it with available AWD--which in most cases, I'd recommend.
Tom Appel
Five-Hundred is the Anti-Lucerne. A wonderful big car would have the Lucerne's V8 drivetrain and interior, and the Five-Hundred's steering, handling, and brakes. If I had to pick, I'd take the Five-Hundred and live with the noise.
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