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2006 Ford Freestyle MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 Ford Freestyle is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 18 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2006 #25 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 Ford Freestyle's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2006 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Lexus RX Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Mazda Tribute Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Mercury Mariner Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  6. 25Ford Freestyle20 MPG $2,325
  7. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 FreestyleOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Freestyle MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · CVT
Freestyle FWD		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · CVT
Freestyle AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2006 Ford Freestyle vs. rivals

vs Hyundai Santa Fe 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Murano 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Element 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Element saves $111/yr vs Dodge Magnum 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Magnum saves $111/yr vs Mercury Mariner 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Mariner saves $111/yr vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Freestyle saves $122/yr vs Buick Rendezvous 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Freestyle saves $122/yr vs Chevrolet Equinox 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Freestyle saves $122/yr vs Pontiac Torrent 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Freestyle saves $122/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 Ford Freestyle?

Up to 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2006 Ford Freestyle use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 Ford Freestyle?

The 2006 Ford Freestyle's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2006 Ford Freestyle per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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