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why was the engine and CVT replaced?
by vicenac
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Aug 23, 2007 (12:21 pm)
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As I remember, Freestayle was designed for the 3.5 engine that was not ready soon enough. Taurus X is what the Freestyle should have been.
I had the 2005 SEL and the CVT died twice and other issues. Ford took it back. I am thinking of Taurus X, because other cars I drove to test did not come close to the stability of FS, but I am afraid of quality and dealer proftioncy in fixing it.
Any encouregment?
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Re: AMAZING... JUST LIKE FORD TO SCREW UP A GOOD THING [atlasvt]
by colloquor
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Aug 24, 2007 (10:36 am)
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Replying to: atlasvt (Aug 05, 2007 5:43 am)
"I love my 07 limited Ford Freestlye. I never liked Fords until this car came out. The high safety rating combined with great fuel mpg from the CVT and a very effecient interior made for a great non minivan familar car. With the CVT I had seen up to 31.5 mpg average on 4-5 hour interstate trips. For Ford to drop back to 6 speed and give more power to the car was the worst thing to do."
I just spent 5 days and 1,400 miles with a Taurus X with the new 3.5L and 6-speed automatic - cumulative mileage for freeway (85%) and city (15%) driving was 28.8MPG, not bad in my book. The 6-speed is excellent, and the torque and overall power and quietness of the new 3.5L is very impressive.
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- #7157 of 7456
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Taurus X
by jwgasner
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Aug 24, 2007 (4:26 pm)
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Just saw a new '08 Taurus X at the dealership the same exterior/interior color as my '07 FS. Love what they've done to tone down the Tan dash in the windshield. The charcoal color makes a great accent to the Tan and I'm sure it cuts the glare that the tan has into the windshield. I very much enjoy my FS and although I don't understand Ford's renaming of it I'm glad the vehicle lives on. For those that are considering the FS I'd not hesitate to give a FS or a TX a spin. If the TX is as quiet over the road as the FS then Ford may at last be able to market a great car. Personally I still don't understand the non-visability of Ford on this great ride!
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- #7158 of 7456
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TX is even more quiet;)
by jigmaster
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Aug 24, 2007 (10:11 pm)
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I drove Freestyle only as a test drive but I have TX for a week now and I am so happy about quiet and comfy ride. Definitely the best car I have ever sat inside. Didn't have a chance to test on a longer ride yet, but so far so good;)
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Re: why was the engine and CVT replaced? [vicenac]
by makenasdad
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Aug 28, 2007 (12:25 pm)
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Replying to: vicenac (Aug 23, 2007 12:21 pm)
I've had an X for about two weeks now and am very happy. I can only compare it to the Freestyles that I rented via Avis (which I liked but didn't love). The new X is a significant upgrade in nearly every way with two exceptions: gas mileage and exterior color options. By this I refer to the fact that the paint color and clading are two-tone (by design) while I'd prefer a single matching color. Others may prefer the two tone. The gas mileage is a by-product of a much more powerful engine, which I love. My biggest beef with the Freestyle was the power and acceleration which I found lacking. The new engine makes this a strength of the car instead of a liability. In addition, somehow the ride is quieter than the Freestyles I've driven. All the other benefits of the old Freestyle remain, including the super quick and easy configuration of the seating and the stability you like. As to the long term quality and dealer questions it is too soon for me to say, but the initial build quality is pretty good (but not excellent) and certainly does not effect my overall impression negatively. I also upgraded to leather and the DVD package which forced me to get some other convenience features like dual zone AC. I've been very impressed with the DVD system which is better than the one in my Lexus (though two years newer). Ford has a real winner here which is why I am so confused that they have not seen fit to promote it yet.
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Re: why was the engine and CVT replaced? [makenasdad]
by bobw3
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Aug 28, 2007 (1:00 pm)
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Replying to: makenasdad (Aug 28, 2007 12:25 pm)
What did you pay and what is your MPG?
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Re: why was the engine and CVT replaced? [bobw3]
by jigmaster
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Aug 29, 2007 (12:08 pm)
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Replying to: bobw3 (Aug 28, 2007 1:00 pm)
I am getting 26MGP with 70% highway and 30% city driving (according to car computer ) so far before engine break in which I consider pretty good. I will test real MPG when I will take my family for longer trip.
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Re: why was the engine and CVT replaced? [jigmaster]
by passat_2002
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Aug 29, 2007 (12:58 pm)
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Replying to: jigmaster (Aug 29, 2007 12:08 pm)
I assume we're talking a FWD X, correct jigmaster? If you're getting that good of mileage before the 3.5L is even broken in, then you have not given up anything to the Freestyle. You may actually be getting better mileage.
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Re: why was the engine and CVT replaced? [passat_2002]
by jigmaster
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Aug 29, 2007 (2:28 pm)
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Aug 29, 2007 12:58 pm)
Yes, I have FWD TX. But keep in mind I drive very carefuly with very light foot;). But I must admit I am nicely surprised as well ( unless computer is a freaking lying  )
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