Trim Report

Ford Freestyle SEL2006

Includes:FREESTYLE|SEL
$2,995
Starting From
8
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 8 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,995
Max $6,244
From $2,995
Fresh

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,195
$2K–$6K
6 listings150,000 avg miles
Limited
From$3,995
3 listings|$4K–$4K
SEL
From$2,995
8 listings|$3K–$6K

2006 Ford Freestyle SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Freestyle SEL

Location data for all 2006 Ford Freestyle trims combined

7States

If you're near Ohio, you're in luck: 25% of listings are there. But with 7 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Ford Freestyle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2006 Ford Freestyle trims

Elevated

The 2006 Ford Freestyle has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 1,300 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
1,300
Complaints
42
Crashes
10
Fires
Recall Findings
06V3830002006-05-10
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, UTAH, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING. THE SIDE DOOR LATCH MECHANISMS MAY EXPERIENCE WATER INTRUSION ALLOWING THE LATCH MECHANISM TO FREEZE IN COLD WEATHER.

AS A RESULT, THE DOOR LATCH PAWL MAY NOT RETURN TO THE LATCH POSITION WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED, AND THE DOOR COULD OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 1,300 owners have filed complaints about the 2006 Ford Freestyle. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Vehicle Speed Control372
02Power Train241
03Power Train,vehicle Speed Control69
04Unknown Or Other53
05Engine And Engine Cooling51
1,300 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Freestyle Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Ford Freestyle trims

19–20mpg combined
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17-18city
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22-25hwy
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$3,400-$3,550/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2006 Ford Freestyle returns 19–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Freestyle FWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Freestyle AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city22 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2006 Ford Freestyle SEL FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SEL compare to other Ford Freestyle trims?

The SEL occupies a distinct position in the Ford Freestyle range. See how it stacks up on the 2006 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 Ford Freestyle SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Ford Freestyle ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2006 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is vehicle speed control. Check the 2006 Ford Freestyle page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Freestyle SEL?

For the SEL, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Freestyle buyer's guide.

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