With the growing concern about gas prices, fuel economy, and safety, the demand for crossover cars has increased, and the 2005 Ford Five Hundred has successfully stepped up to the plate. With its highest government crash test rating of 5 stars and EPA estimated mileage of near 20 miles in the city and nearly 30 on the highway, the all new Ford Five Hundred is a serious player in the mid to full size sedan market.
The Ford Five Hundred, with maneuverability and safety features that cannot be matched by a full-sized SUV, offers comparable roominess to the SUV, including a 21 cu -ft trunk, with the handling and stylishness of a sedan. The 2005 Ford Five Hundred maintains the comfort of the Taurus, while providing increased interior space and a refined power train.
With Volvo being part of Ford's European based Premier Auto Group; Ford has been able to work with Volvo to provide the Ford Five Hundred with the state of the art safety technology for which Volvo has always been an industry leader. This includes optional side air bags, a safety canopy, and an airbag controller that can sense passenger size and even sense the presence of a child in a safety seat. The Ford Five Hundred also offers 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, and an AWS, or Automatic Warning System.
For those who have appreciated the SUV cargo capability in the past but thought they had to sacrifice the simple joy of driving, the Ford Five Hundred may be just what they are looking for. This sedan handles well on the road with either the Continuously Variable Transmission, or the 6-speed automatic transmission and 3.OL V6 engine. Road performance is impressive, and the smooth ride and admirable fuel efficiency coupled with maximum space and front wheel drive or optional all wheel drive may convert even the most dedicated SUV enthusiast. The 2005 Ford Five Hundred even boasts high seating like the SUV, and fold down rear seats with optional flat-folding front seats. There's just not much they haven't thought of when designing this crossover car.
What pleasantly surprises most consumers with the 2005 Ford Five Hundred, is the price. With the innovative design, safety technology and driving performance of this vehicle you would expect it to be in the higher range of sedan pricing, but you may be surprised at how reasonable and competitive the prices run. Prices vary, of course, depending on which model you choose; the well-equipped SE, upgraded SEL, or the top-of-the-line Limited.
The 2005 Ford Five Hundred (Ford 500) has already built an admirable fan base, and with all the amenities it offers, matching with it's safety ratings, fuel saving economy and the reliability of the Ford badging, it's sure to be a powerhouse in the mid to full size sedan class for years to come.
